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Auston Matthews had a career-worst season in a system that held him back

When Auston Matthews is at his best, the Toronto Maple Leafs have themselves a genuine unicorn of a player. For a franchise that sorely lacked a number one centre ever since Mats Sundin left, Matthews came in and gave them what they were looking for and then some.

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Would Gavin McKenna Immediately Help Turn Around the Maple Leafs?

A seven-game losing streak to conclude the 2025–26 season has the Toronto Maple Leafs with the 5th-best odds heading into the NHL Draft Lottery. While

Chris Pronger News / NHL Trade Talk / April 22

Chris Pronger Shoots Down Rumor Related to Maple Leafs GM Job

Chris Pronger is rumored to be among the candidates for the vacant GM opening with the Toronto Maple Leafs. However, don’t believe everything you hear about how far along the team and the former NHL defenseman are in their conversations.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / April 22

Toronto Maple Leafs 2025–26 Team Awards: MVP, Rookie, and Top Goaltender

At the end of every season, the NHL hands out its awards. The Hart Trophy goes to the league MVP, the Vezina to the top goaltender, the Norris to the best defenceman.

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The 'Last 40-goal season by NHL team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to score at least 40 goals in one season for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL hat-trick leaders since 2000-01' quiz

The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pension Plan Puppets / April 22

Toronto Marlies start the play-in round against Rochester tonight

"Trust me, I've been in that play-in before and it's only best out of three and anything can happen," said Alex Nylander one month ago after a game against the Rochester Americans, adding, "We're not looking to get that other spot we're looking to get that third spot." That didn't work out.

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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.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 22

The 10 worst Leafs moves of the last 10 years

In one week and one day, it will be the 10-year anniversary of the Toronto Maple Leafs winning the first-overall pick in the 2016 NHL Draft, ensuring they can select Auston Matthews.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 22

Dallas Eakins says Maple Leafs need to diagnose truth, not perception of team ahead of pivotal offseason

The buzzword around the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 2025-26 regular season was ‘culture’. Whether it was the lack of effort on any given night or the poor response

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 22

The case for Ryan Martin as next Maple Leafs GM

The first round of cuts have been made in the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ GM search and the reports are that Ryan Martin and Evan Gold are two of the candidates who have earned themselves a second interview with a decision potentially coming later this week.

Brad Treliving News / TheLeafsnation / April 22

Report: Keith Pelley and Mike Gillis had discussions prior to Brad Treliving’s firing

MLSE CEO Keith Pelley reportedly had multiple conversations with Mike Gillis well before the Toronto Maple Leafs decided to fire GM Brad Treliving, according to TSN’s Darren Dreger.

Bobby McMann News / Professor Press Box / April 22

Any Chance Bobby McMann Loops Back to Toronto?

Here’s one of those small hockey storylines that somehow turns into a real conversation. Bobby McMann is traded by former Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving to Seattle and gets a real shot.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Roberts, Chayka & Knies with Bedard Trade

There’s just no quiet time around the Toronto Maple Leafs, is there? Even when the games aren’t front and center, the chatter never dies. It just shifts.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / April 21

Maple Leafs’ Draft Lottery Jitters: Time to Worry or Not?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are holding their first-rounder after a brutal 2025-26. Under the current lottery rules, there’s a real chance Toronto keeps the fifth pick.

Morgan Rielly News / TheLeafsnation / April 21

Morgan Rielly’s precipitous decline was emblematic of the Maple Leafs’ overall defensive woes

Morgan Rielly is the longest-tenured member of the Toronto Maple Leafs and has been a great ambassador for the franchise during his career. Rielly is an active leader in the locker room and the larger civic community.

Chris Pronger News / NHL Trade Talk / April 21

Maple Leafs Quick Hits: GM Show, Draft Pick & Pronger Noise

We’re finally at the point where the GM search isn’t a rumour mill anymore. It’s a decision-making sprint. The Toronto Maple Leafs have whittled the list down, moved from Zooms to in-persons, and ownership is smelling the finish line.

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The 'Playoff debut scoring-record by team' quiz

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Morgan Rielly News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

Reports suggest trade market for Morgan Rielly is heating up

The Toronto Maple Leafs are heading into an offseason with a ton of uncertainty. For the first time in a decade, they’ve missed the playoffs. And, after how the 2025-26 season played out, just about every player on the team is under the microscope.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 21

Mark Masters calls Easton Cowan a big positive from a tough season

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ offseason started earlier than years past as the club limped through the 2025-26 regular season, finishing second last in the

Gary Roberts News / TheLeafsnation / April 21

Report: Maple Leafs spoke with Gary Roberts to be part of new management group

The Toronto Maple Leafs have reportedly spoken with Gary Roberts about a potential role in their new front office, according to TSN’s Darren Dreger. “I’ve heard that Gary Roberts, who’s done terrific work around the National Hockey League and major junior, ” he said during an appearance on First Up on Monday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 21

Report: Evan Gold, Ryan Martin among finalists for Maple Leafs GM opening

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ search to fill out their front office has picked up steam in recent weeks, and NHL insider Frank Seravalli added some fuel onto the fire this week.

Easton Cowan News / The Hockey Writers / April 20

Easton Cowan’s AHL Designation Best For His Development

It was a long season for the Toronto Maple Leafs and one that saw rookie forward Easton Cowan in and out of the lineup at times throughout it. To the disappointment of some outside of the organization, the belief was that Cowan’s healthy scratches weren’t exactly positive moves for the young player’s development.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 20

Maple Leafs Have Interviewed Scott White For GM Position

The Maple Leafs have spoken to Stars assistant general manager Scott White to fill their open GM position, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet said on Monday’s “32 Thoughts” podcast.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Maple Leafs GM Decision Timeline Emerges After Exit Interviews

The Toronto Maple Leafs are in the middle of a front-office reset after missing the playoffs for the first time in a decade. The team finished last in the Atlantic Division at 32-36-14 and 78 points, and moved on from former general manager Brad Treliving after three seasons and before the regular season ended.