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Trading Knies Doesn't Pass the Maple Leafs Smell Test

The idea of the Toronto Maple Leafs trading Matthew Knies just doesn’t really pass the smell test from a Toronto perspective. Although there have been rumours that he's on the trade list again, why would the team even be shopping him in the first place?

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John Chayka continues reshaping Maple Leafs’ front office, hires Judd Brackett as new AGM

John Chayka continued to reshape the Maple Leafs’ front office on Monday, hiring Judd Brackett as an AGM (Player Evaluation) and Freddie Hamilton as Chief of Staff.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 1

Fans triggered: Why Montreal’s GM took a shot at the Maple Leafs

At Monday’s season-ending press conference for the Montreal Canadiens, their general manager was asked about the team’s playoff run, plans for the summer, and the lack of production from the team’s top stars in the series versus the Carolina Hurricanes.

Maple Leafs hire Judd Brackett, Freddie Hamilton

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Mitch Marner, Taylor Hall make strong case for Stanley Cup MVP

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / June 1

Five major Toronto Maple Leafs takeaways from the World Championship

In a month’s time, the landscape of the NHL will be changed. The draft and free agency loom, and the bulk of the offseason’s maneuvering will be over before long.

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The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the active NHL players to rack up at least 20 points in a single Stanley Cup Playoff run can you name in six minutes?

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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.

Max Domi News / NHL Trade Talk / June 1

New Details Revealed Around Max Domi’s Surgery Complications

News of a Max Domi injury last week came as a surprise to most around the hockey world, especially given that it was described as complications from offseason surgery.

Matthew Knies News / TheLeafsnation / June 1

Matthew Knies’ knee issue, trade rumours were some of the biggest storylines from his third year in Toronto

The Toronto Maple Leafs experienced a disappointing season, but for Matthew Knies, the frustration was experienced on both a team and a personal level.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 1

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Stolarz, Woll, Hildeby & Akhtyamov

There’s a tendency, at this time of year, to treat the Toronto Maple Leafs goaltending as something you sort out after the “bigger” roster decisions are made.

Jack Pridham News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 1

Lightning Acquire Rights To Jack Pridham

The Tampa Bay Lightning have acquired the rights of forward prospect Jack Pridham from the Chicago Blackhawks. The 20-year-old Pridham was not expected to sign with Chicago before the 5 P.M.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / June 1

Breaking News: Maple Leafs Hire Judd Brackett

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced more changes to their front office on Monday morning. According to hockey insider Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, the Maple Leafs were permitted over the weekend to speak with Judd Brackett.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 1

Maple Leafs add 2 more executives to front office

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Monday that the team has added two new executives to its hockey operations group, naming Judd Brackett as assistant general manager, player evaluation, and Freddie Hamilton as chief of staff.

Freddie Hamilton News / TheLeafsnation / June 1

Maple Leafs hire Judd Brackett as AGM, Freddie Hamilton as chief of staff

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Monday that they formally appointed Judd Brackett as assistant general manager, player evaluation, while Freddie Hamilton has been named chief of staff.

Bobby McMann News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 1

Best Bobby McMann destinations if he leaves Kraken in 2026 NHL Free Agency

The Seattle Kraken traded for Bobby McMann at the NHL Trade Deadline in a move that certainly looks fantastic on their part. McMann was one of the most in-demand trade candidates at the deadline.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 31

Insiders dump cold water on David Carle rumors to Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs fell apart in the 2025-26 season and fell to the bottom of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference. Many had expected to finish in first place in that division and make a long run in the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / May 31

It’s Time for the Maple Leafs to Break That Same Old Cycle

The Toronto Maple Leafs have kind of painted themselves into a corner over the years, and it didn’t happen all at once. It’s been a slow build of the same pattern repeating itself again and again: win-now pressure, quick fixes, and a belief that the current core just needs a little more help to finally get over the hump.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / May 31

David Carle to Maple Leafs Rumors Cleared Up

There were reports over the weekend that University of Denver coach David Carle was set to become the next head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs. A fake account claiming to be a trusted insider reported that Carle was going to be named head coach.

William Nylander News / Professor Press Box / May 31

Two Key Takeaways From Nylander’s Latest Video

William Nylander made his feelings clear about why he wants to stay in Toronto. It's his home. And he wants to win here. But he was more specific than that.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / May 31

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs and Finding a Defenseman

Max Miller of Sharks Hockey Digest: Once more, this is a case of pour some cool water on this for now. The thought process lies in the fact that this may not make much sense for San Jose.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pension Plan Puppets / May 31

Maple Leafs interested in Judd Brackett as an AGM

Earlier today Sportsnet reported that the Leafs have permission to interview Judd Brackett, the Minnesota Wild's Director of Amateur Scouting who is said to be leaving for a new job.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 31

Maple Leafs May Be Missing One Important Voice in the Room

There’s this ongoing debate in hockey that kind of misses the point sometimes. It gets framed as “analytics vs old school,” like it’s two sides fighting for control of the game.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 31

Blue Jackets Defenseman Worth Maple Leafs’ First-Overall Pick?

While the Toronto Maple Leafs are apparently open to fielding offers for the first-overall pick in the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft, we all know they would need to be absolutely blown away for anything to even come close to happening.

Artur Akhtyamov News / TheLeafsnation / May 31

Goaltender Artur Akhtyamov showed steady growth in second pro season

Originally drafted in the fourth round by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2020, goaltender Artur Akhtyamov took a step forward in the 2025-26 season. The Russian 24-year-old showed poise and promise, backstopping the AHL’s Toronto Marlies through nearly half their games and earning his first starts in the NHL.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 31

Top 10 ‘big guy’ prospects for the 2026 NHL Draft

Yesterday, we took a look at 10 of the better “small guy” prospects in the 2026 NHL Draft. Today, we’re going the opposite direction, looking at the true big dawgs of the draft class.

Jake McCabe News / TheLeafsnation / May 31

Phil Housley praises Maple Leafs defenceman Jake McCabe: ‘You can count on him’

The Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves in an intriguing position this offseason. They are coming off a disappointing season in which they finished last