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Maple Leafs need to find their lineup fit for Matias Maccelli

Don’t look now, but it seems like Craig Berube has found his press box fixture. Matias Maccelli hasn’t played a game in December and from the look of the practice line rushes, not even Bobby McMann’s suspension was enough to pull him back in.

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Maple Leafs Weekly: Hildeby, Tanev & Mock Trades

Another week has wrapped for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and there’s plenty to sort through. This past week there was a lot of news surrounding the team. But before we get into that, let’s take a closer look at how well they played.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 11

Ex-NHL coach Dallas Eakins says open dialogue, return to basics are keys to fixing Leafs’ power play

Through the start of this season, the Toronto Maple Leafs’ power play has looked completely out of shape. The team holds the second-worst power play percentage in the league at 13.7 percent, with just 10 goals scored on the man advantage.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Auston Matthews' Goal Scoring Gets Questioned in Mitch Marner's Absence

Auston Matthews still carries the Toronto Maple Leafs’ attack, but his goal touch has drawn questions as the Leafs work through a slow start this season.

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Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 11

Dakota Mermis’ injury creates a now or never situation for Matt Benning and Maple Leafs

In this busy time of year one of my favourite traditions is to a few moments to discuss the Leafs defensive depth situation. It didn’t seem likely that there would be any need to understand the depth beyond Dakota Mermis, but thanks to his injury on Monday night, here we are discussing who replaces Mermis on the Leafs roster.

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NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Christopher Tanev News / NHL Trade Talk / December 10

Insider Hints That Chris Tanev’s Season & Career Are in Trouble

Something shifted this week in speculation about when Chris Tanev might return to the Toronto Maple Leafs. This week, videos from the intermission of the Maple Leafs’ 2-0 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning showed Tanev skating.

Dennis Hildeby News / Field Level Media / December 10

G Dennis Hildeby stepping up for Leafs, who next face Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been able to overcome injuries to their top two goaltenders, and they look to continue that trend Thursday night against the visiting San Jose Sharks.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 10

Craig Berube believes Bobby McMann shouldn’t have been suspended for high-stick on Bjorkstrand

The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 on Monday night, and while most games between these two teams are high-scoring thrillers, the thrill came in a different form this time.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 10

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Tanev Injury, Knies’ Grit & Team Chemistry

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to navigate a mix of anticipation and unease as the season unfolds. Injuries, young players stepping into the spotlight, and shifts in line chemistry are all part of the story right now, and the way these threads intersect tells you a lot about where this team stands.

Christopher Tanev News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 10

Chris Tanev makes return to Maple Leafs’ practice, with a catch

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ blueline has been depleted by injury, and Chris Tanev is one of the leading players they need back in their lineup. The last time anyone saw Tanev was when medical staff had to carry him off the ice on a stretcher in a game against the Philadelphia Flyers on November 1.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 10

Leafs practice news: Rielly out due to illness, Woll takes part in individual session, Tavares, Nylander split up

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Morgan Rielly missed Wednesday’s practice due to an illness. Rielly’s status for Thursday’s game against the San Jose Sharks has yet to be confirmed.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / December 10

Leafs injury news: Dakota Mermis placed on IR, Henry Thrun recalled

The Toronto Maple Leafs placed defenseman Dakota Mermis on injured reserve with a lower-body injury, retroactive to Dec. 8, according to a team statement Wednesday.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / December 10

Healthy Scratch Rekindles Trade Talks for Maple Leafs Scorer

The Toronto Maple Leafs are struggling this season. In their first campaign without superstar scorer Mitch Marner, the Leafs have failed to replicate that offensive threat, and they are outside of the playoff race as a result.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 10

Maple Leafs place Dakota Mermis on injured reserve retroactive to December 8, call up Henry Thrun

The Toronto Maple Leafs placed defenceman Dakota Mermis on injured reserve retroactive to December 8 with a lower-body injury. Henry Thrun has been called up from the AHL’s Toronto Marlies.

Troy Stecher News / 6IX ON ICE / December 10

The curious case of Troy Stecher

Just a few weeks ago, the Toronto Maple Leafs were last in the Eastern Conference. However, over the last few games, things have seemingly been coming together.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 10

Maple Leafs’ Naughty and Nice List for 2025-26 Season

The Holiday Season is now upon us and with Christmas coming up, everyone is wondering if they’ve made Santa’s Naughty or Nice List. For the Toronto Maple Leafs, there have been a mixed bag of results in terms of how the players have behaved. Surprisingly, they’re only three points out of first place in the Atlantic Division.

Nick Robertson News / TheLeafsnation / December 10

Maple Leafs’ Nick Robertson deserves a bigger role this season

Craig Berube and the Toronto Maple Leafs owe more to Nick Robertson. The 24-year-old winger has done everything the team has asked of him and more, and for some reason, can’t seem to be a regular within the Leafs’ lineup.

Christopher Tanev News / The Hockey Writers / December 10

NHL Analyst Provides Surprising Update on Maple Leafs’ Chris Tanev

The Toronto Maple Leafs have the absolute worst luck with injuries this season. Not only have they struggled with the majority of their lineup being injured

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 9

NHL suspends Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann for high-sticking

The NHL Department of Player Safety has announced that Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann has been suspended.

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Christopher Tanev News / NHL Trade Talk / December 9

Maple Leafs, Chris Tanev Weigh Surgery Option: Will He Return?

The Toronto Maple Leafs expect clarity this week on whether defenceman Chris Tanev will undergo a structural procedure for whatever is ailing him, and the hope is that, if the surgery is a go, he could still return before the end of the regular season.

Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / December 9

'Double Whammy': Analyst on Why Auston Matthews’ Numbers Are Down

It’s not a stretch to say that Auston Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs saved their season over these last two weeks. After a sluggish start that had

Scott Laughton News / 6IX ON ICE / December 9

Scott Laughton has revitalized the Toronto Maple Leafs’ fourth line

The Toronto Maple Leafs are 6–2–2 in their last ten games, and are currently two points out of a playoff spot. The Leafs’ recent play has been a sharp contrast to what we’ve seen in the last two months.

Dennis Hildeby News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

Can Dennis Hildeby Hold Down the Net for the Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs are going to be without starting netminders Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz, with no timeline for the goalies. Dennis Hildeby has been the Maple Leafs’ backup this season, posting a .927 save percentage and a 2.51 goals against in seven contests.

Dennis Hildeby News / 6IX ON ICE / December 7

What Dennis Hildeby’s performance means for the Toronto Maple Leafs future

With their top two goalies out with injuries, the Leafs find themselves in a tough spot. Chasing the pace after their slow start, the pressure is even greater.

Joseph Woll News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 6