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Maple Leafs GM John Chayka reveals belief in Darren Raddysh’s game goes back to junior hockey

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had an action-packed week, with Friday morning’s acquisition of star defenceman Darren Raddysh somehow trumping the surprise of both Monday’s trade involving Joseph Woll and Wednesday’s hiring of Jim Hiller as head coach.

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A New Maple Leafs Direction, or the Same Old Cycle in Disguise?

This week, the Toronto Maple Leafs became a little less abstract and a lot more defined. Three separate moves — a coaching hire, a major defensive reshuffle, and a long-term commitment on the blue line — all point toward the same message.

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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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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / June 19

Back to the Future Maple Leafs: Same Ideas, New Timeline?

There’s been something different about the Toronto Maple Leafs this week, and it’s not just the volume of moves. It’s the sense that the organization is finally speaking in a clearer language.

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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.

Gavin Mckenna News / The Hockey Writers / June 19

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?

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

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.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 19

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.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 19

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

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.

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Darren Raddysh News / NHL Trade Talk / June 19

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

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

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

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

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.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 18

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?

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 18

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’

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John Chayka News / NHL Trade Talk / June 18

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 / Professor Press Box / June 18

Every Maple Leafs Move Hints at Something Bigger

I’ll admit something up front here. I’ve always been a Joseph Woll fan. There’s just something about his game that felt steady in a way Toronto hasn’t always had.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 18

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

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

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.