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Maple Leafs Should Start Focusing on the Gavin McKenna Era

Maple Leafs Should Start Focusing on the Gavin McKenna Era

On Friday, June 19, it was announced that the Toronto Maple Leafs made one of the biggest splashes of the offseason. In a sign-and-trade with the Tampa Bay Lightning, they swapped a 2026 fifth-round pick for defenceman Darren Raddysh.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 19
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Raddysh, Andrae, Hiller, Chayka & What’s Next?

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Raddysh, Andrae, Hiller, Chayka & What’s Next?

For a long time, there’s been a sense around the Toronto Maple Leafs that something was missing — not talent, not effort, but clarity. A clear direction.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 19
Chayka’s Big Bet: The Darren Raddysh Deal Just The Start

Chayka’s Big Bet: The Darren Raddysh Deal Just The Start

John Chayka has been on the job for seven weeks. He’s already moved one key member of the goaltending trio, he’s reshuffled his defense corps, and now he’s locked up the top defenceman on the free agent market before July 1 even arrives.

Darren Raddysh News / TheLeafsnation / June 19
Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs add foundational piece in Darren Raddysh sign-and-trade

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs add foundational piece in Darren Raddysh sign-and-trade

A summer of seismic change continues on for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Toronto acquired defenceman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for a fifth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 19
Flexibility the key asset in Maple Leafs deal with Flyers

Flexibility the key asset in Maple Leafs deal with Flyers

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka has sent a message: Change is coming. The change he has brought to the roster might not have been the priority for the overhaul that the Leafs need, but he’s made his work a lot easier.

Darren Raddysh News / Trade Talk Sports / June 19
Maple Leafs Go All-In on Trade and Extension for Darren Raddysh

Maple Leafs Go All-In on Trade and Extension for Darren Raddysh

It’s official! The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired defenceman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for Toronto’s fifth-round selection in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Darren Raddysh News / NHL Trade Talk / June 19
Maple Leafs Acquire, Then Sign Darren Raddysh to an 8-Year Deal

Maple Leafs Acquire, Then Sign Darren Raddysh to an 8-Year Deal

The Toronto Maple Leafs acquired defenceman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning in exchange for Toronto’s fifth-round selection in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Darren Raddysh News / TheLeafsnation / June 19
Maple Leafs acquire Darren Raddysh from Lightning for 5th round pick, sign him to 8-year contract in sign-and-trade

Maple Leafs acquire Darren Raddysh from Lightning for 5th round pick, sign him to 8-year contract in sign-and-trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially announced the acquisition of defenceman Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning, the team announced on Friday morning.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 19
Jim Hiller is a chance for Maple Leafs to get the best out of Morgan Rielly

Jim Hiller is a chance for Maple Leafs to get the best out of Morgan Rielly

A lot has changed since Jim Hiller was last with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Hiller has accumulated extensive coaching experience across multiple organizations, including his most recent head Coaching stint in Los Angeles.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 19
Wolves stave off elimination, defeat Marlies in OT to force Game 5 of Calder Cup Finals

Wolves stave off elimination, defeat Marlies in OT to force Game 5 of Calder Cup Finals

Chicago Wolves forward Viktor Neuchev scored in overtime to defeat the Toronto Marlies in Game 4 of the Calder Cup Finals, staving off elimination. Toronto holds a 3-1 series lead, and will host Game 5 on Friday.

Darren Raddysh News / TheLeafsnation / June 19
Maple Leafs working on blockbuster sign-and-trade for Darren Raddysh: Report

Maple Leafs working on blockbuster sign-and-trade for Darren Raddysh: Report

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Tampa Bay Lightning are working on a blockbuster sign-and-trade that would see top free-agent defenceman Darren Raddysh head north of the border.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
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NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 19
Next move Maple Leafs must make after hiring Jim Hiller as head coach

Next move Maple Leafs must make after hiring Jim Hiller as head coach

John Chayka has only been the general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs for a little over a month now, and he’s already made sweeping changes to the organization both in terms of leadership behind the bench as well as on the ice.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / June 19

AHL Calder Cup Game Recap: Chicago Stays Alive, Forces Game Five

The Toronto Marlies and Chicago Wolves met today for game four of the Calder Cup Finals. The Marlies were looking to claim their first Calder Cup since 2017-18.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 18
Maple Leafs Prospect System No Longer Works the Old Way

Maple Leafs Prospect System No Longer Works the Old Way

There was a time when the Toronto Marlies were simple to understand. You’d look at the roster, circle a few names, and ask the standard question: Who’s next up for the Toronto Maple Leafs?

Gavin Mckenna News / NHL Trade Talk / June 18
Why McKenna’s Offence Makes the Defensive Stuff Forgivable

Why McKenna’s Offence Makes the Defensive Stuff Forgivable

Gavin McKenna is likely to be the Toronto Maple Leafs’ choice as the first overall draft pick. His defensive game raises eyebrows, but his offensive upside is the kind of thing you build a team around.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 18
There's considerable interest in Matthew Knies

There's considerable interest in Matthew Knies, and who else are the Leafs listening on?

There are multiple teams with considerable interest in Matthew Knies.

Matthew Knies trade talk resurfaces amid Maple Leafs' deal with Flyers
Maple Leafs expected to target Darren Raddysh in free agency
Former NHLer Winnik says Babcock is ‘the only guy that has ever made me hate hockey’
The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz
John Chayka News / NHL Trade Talk / June 18
Ruthless John Chayka Is a Problem for Other NHL GMs

Ruthless John Chayka Is a Problem for Other NHL GMs

Former Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving was the nice guy who didn’t burn bridges. New general manager John Chayka is making everyone squint and wonder what he’s up to.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 18
Former NHLer Winnik says Babcock is ‘the only guy that has ever made me hate hockey’

Former NHLer Winnik says Babcock is ‘the only guy that has ever made me hate hockey’

A former NHL player is speaking out on a potential new hire in northern Alberta. While appearing on TSN 1050’s First Up, former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Daniel Winnik was asked whether the Edmonton Oilers should pursue hiring former Leafs head coach Mike Babcock.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 18
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Knies, OEL, Andrae & Irritating Strategy

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Knies, OEL, Andrae & Irritating Strategy

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been busy enough this offseason to keep fans talking, but not so busy that we know exactly where things are headed. More and more, that’s looking like it might be by design.

Darren Raddysh News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 18
Maple Leafs expected to target Darren Raddysh in free agency

Maple Leafs expected to target Darren Raddysh in free agency

Entering the summer, one of the biggest priorities for the Toronto Maple Leafs is to acquire a top-four defenseman, and a right-handed one at that. Keeping that in mind, TSN’s Darren Dreger reports that the Maple Leafs are expected to target arguably the best right-handed defenseman available on the free agent market this summer.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 18
John Chayka’s First Move as Maple Leafs GM Has Potential & Upside

John Chayka’s First Move as Maple Leafs GM Has Potential & Upside

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka made his first move of the offseason by moving on from Joseph Woll, sending him to the Philadelphia Flyers

Troy Stecher News / TheLeafsnation / June 18
Maple Leafs should circle back on Troy Stecher before free agency opens

Maple Leafs should circle back on Troy Stecher before free agency opens

The Toronto Maple Leafs should offer Troy Stecher a contract for next season. Stecher, 32, is a pending unrestricted free agent, who can hit the open market on July 1.

Morgan Rielly News / Daily Faceoff / June 17
Where will Morgan Rielly play next season?

Where will Morgan Rielly play next season?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are going through an entire organizational overhaul, as new general manager John Chayka has hired his head coach in Jim Hiller.

Matthew Knies News / NHL Trade Talk / June 17
Matthew Knies trade talk resurfaces amid Maple Leafs' deal with Flyers

Matthew Knies trade talk resurfaces amid Maple Leafs' deal with Flyers

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Philadelphia Flyers completed a somewhat unexpected trade on Tuesday, which has spurred speculation about further moves.

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The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17
Maple Leafs have hired a new head coach

Maple Leafs have hired a new head coach

The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially decided on their next head coach. Toronto fired Craig Berube in May after two years at the helm, and now the Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller for his second stint with the franchise.

Easton Cowan News / Trade Talk Sports / June 16
Maple Leafs predicted to move Easton Cowan this offseason

Maple Leafs predicted to move Easton Cowan this offseason

The 21-year-old Cowan will be entering the second year of the three-year, $2.67 million entry-level contract he signed with the Maple Leafs after being drafted in 2023.

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