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Jim Hiller explains why he benched Gavin McKenna in brutal Leafs loss

The Toronto Maple Leafs collapsed to a brutal 5-4 overtime loss to the Buffalo Sabres after holding a 4-2 lead into the third period. But beyond the loss of two points, the one major thing that stood out about Thursday night's game was that top rookie Gavin McKenna was held to just six minutes an 36 seconds of ice-time.

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Game Review: Maple Leafs sit back, throw away Marchenko’s hat-trick night in the third period vs. Buffalo

He was on for one of the third-period goals against (not his fault), but as bizarre as it seems to write about a 21-year-old second-year player, most of the rest of the team needs to watch the tape of Easton Cowan in the first half of the third period.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / October 16

Leafs coach Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna benching: 'Probably should've got him out' in third period

In a chaotic Thursday evening matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Buffalo Sabres, one of the most intriguing storylines was what happened to Gavin McKenna.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 16

3 Major Developments From the Maple Leafs’ Loss to the Sabres

The Toronto Maple Leafs took on the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night and lost in overtime. The game had multiple storylines, most of which weren’t positive for the Maple Leafs.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 15

Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller explains Gavin McKenna’s mid-game benching vs. Sabres

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller explained why he benched rookie Gavin McKenna midway through Thursday’s game against the Buffalo Sabres. McKenna did not take a shift after the 10:20 mark of the second period, as the Maple Leafs fell 5-4 to the Sabres.

John Tavares News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Leafs’ Tavares leaves game with injury

The Toronto Maple Leafs had their first game back at home after a three-game road trip on Thursday. Fans watched the Leafs blow a 4-2 lead to the Buffalo Sabres to suffer a gut-wrenching 5-4 overtime loss, but were subjected to a scarier scene early in the third period.

Kirill Marchenko News / TheLeafsnation / October 15

Instant Reaction: Kirill Marchenko dominant night not enough as Maple Leafs lose in OT

The Toronto Maple Leafs had a great night from Kirill Marchenko overshadowed by an injury to John Tavares and an overtime loss to the Buffalo Sabres. Marchenko’s performance was surely the kind that they envisioned when they made the blockbuster trade for Matthew Knies prior to the start of the regular season.

John Tavares News / TheLeafsnation / October 15

Maple Leafs’ John Tavares leaves game vs. Sabres with apparent injury

Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares left Thursday’s game against the Buffalo Sabres during the third period with an apparent injury. Tavares was on the ice for a minute, before heading to the dressing room with the assistance of a teammate.

Aatu Raty News / Editor In Leaf / October 15

Maple Leafs getting Aatu Raty could be the perfect under-the-radar trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs made an under-the-radar move by acquiring center Aatu Raty from the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday. The move itself shouldn’t register on the Richter scale.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 15

Maple Leafs Acquire Aatu Räty From Canucks

John Chayka continues to shake up the Toronto Maple Leafs roster, making a trade on Thursday to acquire forward Aatu Räty from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for two former NCAA signings in Jacob Quillan and Brandon Buhr.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 15

Maple Leafs Bet on Aatu Räty: Who Won the Trade?

Sometimes, a hockey trade isn’t about landing a star. It’s about finding a player who might do better somewhere else. That’s what makes the Toronto Maple Leafs’ decision to acquire Aatu Räty from the Vancouver Canucks interesting.

Aatu Raty News / TheLeafsnation / October 15

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs take low-risk bet on Aatu Raty’s latent potential in trade with Canucks

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka is on the move again. Ahead of Thursday’s game, Toronto acquired forward Aatu Raty from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for Brandon Buhr and Jacob Quillan.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Maple Leafs acquire Räty from Canucks for Quillan, Buhr

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Thursday that they have acquired forward Aatu Räty from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for forwards Jacob Quillan and Brandon Buhr.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 15

Maple Leafs bolster center room with intriguing Canucks trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs have moved the needle on the trade front once again amid the 2026-27 NHL season. This time, the Maple Leafs have acquired Vancouver Canucks forward Aatu Räty.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 15

Maple Leafs acquire Aatu Räty from Canucks for Jacob Quillan, Brandon Buhr

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Thursday that they have acquired forward Aatu Räty from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for Jacob Quillan and Brandon Buhr.

Aatu Raty News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 15

Maple Leafs Acquire Aatu Raty

A few hours after clearing waivers, center Aatu Räty is granted a new opportunity. According to a team announcement, the Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired Räty from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for forwards Jacob Quillan and Brandon Buhr.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 15

Maple Leafs Acquire Forward Aatu Räty in Trade With Canucks

The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired forward Aatu Räty from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for forwards Brandon Buhr and Jacob Quillan, the club announced Thursday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 15

Maple Leafs dealt discouraging injury update on key defensive defenseman

Toronto Maple Leafs veteran defenseman Chris Tanev is expected to miss additional time because of an upper-body injury. The team announced on Thursday that the 36-year-old is considered week-to-week after sustaining the injury during Saturday’s 6-3 win over the Colorado Avalanche.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 15

Maple Leafs Line Changes Could Solve Two Problems

Sometimes a coach changes his forward lines because something isn’t working. Other times, he’s just looking for a little spark. I suspect Toronto Maple Leafs coach Jim Hiller is hoping for both as his team prepares to face the Buffalo Sabres.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Editor In Leaf / October 15

Elliotte Friedman reveals Maple Leafs’ plans after Chris Tanev injury

There has been plenty of talk regarding the Toronto Maple Leafs’ plans amid the mess that has become the Chris Tanev injury. But according to insider Elliotte Friedman, fans shouldn’t expect a massive move anytime soon.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / October 15

Before the Puck Drops: What Do the Maple Leafs Need to Do to Beat Buffalo?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are back home tonight, and I suspect they'd be happy to put their road trip behind them. They collected three points in three games out west, but Tuesday's 5-4 loss to Utah reminded them that scoring goals isn't always enough.

John Chayka News / NHL Trade Talk / October 15

Is a Big Maple Leafs Trade Coming?: Chayka Doesn’t Go Up to Hit Singles

The Toronto Maple Leafs just learned that defenseman Chris Tanev will be out week to week with an injury, leaving the organization in an interesting position.

Gavin Mckenna News / TheLeafsnation / October 15

Maple Leafs’ Gavin McKenna talks about growing confidence amidst four-game point streak

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Gavin McKenna is starting to feel more comfortable at the NHL level, as evidenced by his current four-game point streak. It started with his first career multi-point game on October 6 which included his first NHL goal set up by captain Auston Matthews.

Auston Matthews News / TheLeafsnation / October 15

Auston Matthews discusses success behind Maple Leafs’ special teams to start 2026-27 season

The Toronto Maple Leafs are 3-3-1 to start the season, and while they’d certainly like a couple of additional games in the win column, there has been no shortage of positives to take away from the start of the 2026-27 season.

Christopher Tanev News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Leafs' Chris Tanev week-to-week with upper-body injury

Thanks to the injuries, Tanev was limited to just 11 games during the 2025-26 season.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 15

Maple Leafs Have 2 Big Problems Holding Them Back

The Toronto Maple Leafs are still finding their footing under new head coach Jim Hiller. There have been encouraging moments, including a strong offensive performance against the Colorado Avalanche, but then on Tuesday the team fell behind again and lost to the Utah Mammoth.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 15