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Craig Berube on moving Tavares to the second PP unit with Nylander’s return: “I spoke with JT about it.. He is a good team guy, and he is fine”

Ahead of Saturday’s game against Vancouver, Craig Berube discussed the lineup adjustments following William Nylander’s return and the importance of the game against the Canucks ahead of a difficult road trip.

William Nylander News / Daily Faceoff / January 10

Leafs’ William Nylander returns to lineup after six-game absence

The Toronto Maple Leafs will get a major boost to their lineup Saturday night. Forward William Nylander will make his return against the Vancouver Canucks after a six-game absence with a lower-body injury, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

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Craig Berube says Matthew Knies’ recent success is a result of speed in the middle of the ice

After scoring 29 goals and matching that with 29 assists for 58 points in 2024-25, Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies is trending towards a career year in his third NHL season.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 10

Leafs practice news: Nylander will return vs. Canucks, McCabe is game-time decision

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander will return to the lineup for Saturday’s game against the Vancouver Canucks. Nylander missed the Leafs’ past six games due to a lower-body injury sustained on December 27.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

NHL Predictions: January 10th, Vancouver Canucks at Toronto Maple Leafs

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Christopher Tanev News / 6IX ON ICE / January 10

Can the Toronto Maple Leafs recover if Chris Tanev is out all season?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a rough go thus far in the 2025–26 season, currently sitting at a 21-15-7 record, good for fifth in the Atlantic Division.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / January 10

Maple Leafs Insider Suggests Reunion With a Familiar Face On Defense

In a matter of two weeks, the Toronto Maple Leafs have gone from likely sellers to legitimate buyers, riding a 6-0-2 run over their last eight games to catapult themselves back into the playoff picture.

Rasmus Andersson News / TheLeafsnation / January 10

Daily Faceoff lists Maple Leafs as potential trade destination to watch for Rasmus Andersson

The Toronto Maple Leafs were listed by Daily Faceoff as one of five potential trade destinations to watch for Calgary Flames defenceman Rasmus Andersson.

Nick Blankenburg News / TheLeafsnation / January 10

Why the Maple Leafs should target Predators defenceman Nick Blankenburg

The Toronto Maple Leafs have undoubtedly begun to turn things around in their season, but that doesn’t mean they can afford to stick with what they have.

Nick Kypreos News / Athlon Sports / January 10

Nick Kypreos Suggests Unexpected Maple Leafs' Trade Chip

The Toronto Maple Leafs may have one of the most surprising and coveted players heading into the NHL trade deadline without even knowing about it. As the March 6 deadline approaches, an increasing number of teams across the league could explore goaltending solutions in a market that offers very few.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 10

Maccelli emerging, Stolarz speculation, and a Jets trade target: Leaflets

Don’t look now, but the Toronto Maple Leafs are one game away from sitting in a playoff spot. And while entering a wildcard spot past game 40 is a much lower bar than the expectations often associated with this team, it does allow the “built for the playoffs not the regular season” narrative about the Leafs to take hold once again.

William Nylander News / Athlon Sports / January 10

Maple Leafs Make Roster Move After William Nylander Injury Update

The Toronto Maple Leafs made a roster move on Friday that could set the stage for a notable lineup change in Saturday's game against the Vancouver Canucks.

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Matias Maccelli News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 10

Early Matias Maccelli destinations before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

In the summer, the Toronto Maple Leafs swung a trade for Matias Maccelli with the Utah Mammoth. The idea was that Toronto could give Maccelli a chance to rediscover his game.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / January 10

Talent Isn’t Enough: What It Really Takes to Play in Toronto

Brad Marchand’s recent comments about the Toronto Maple Leafs turned over a stone that allowed some hidden critters to crawl out. It also got me thinking—not about stats or highlight plays, but about what it really takes to thrive in Toronto as a Maple Leafs player.

William Nylander News / NHL Trade Talk / January 9

Maple Leafs Nylander the Victim of Half-Baked Trade Logic

It’s absolutely wild to read posts about the Toronto Maple Leafs’ desire to trade William Nylander. Look, this isn’t just a “good player” argument. This is a guy the Maple Leafs should build around, protect, and celebrate—not even consider moving.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 9

Maple Leafs rolling while porous Canucks trudge into town

The Toronto Maple Leafs will be out to extend their points streak to nine games Saturday night when they host the Vancouver Canucks. The Maple Leafs left it late Thursday night to bump the streak to eight games (6-0-2) by rallying for a 2-1 overtime win on the road over the Philadelphia Flyers.

Scott Laughton News / NHL Trade Talk / January 9

Scott Laughton’s Proving Maple Leafs Trade Wasn’t Silly After All

On March 7, 2025, the Toronto Maple Leafs made a trade with the Philadelphia Flyers for Scott Laughton, also adding a 2025 fourth-rounder and a 2027 sixth-round pick.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 9

Maple Leafs Reassign Jacob Quillan, Expected To Activate William Nylander

The Maple Leafs announced they’ve sent center Jacob Quillan to AHL Toronto. They’re left with an open roster spot, which is expected to go to William Nylander as he comes off injured reserve ahead of his anticipated return to the lineup tomorrow against the Canucks.

William Nylander News / The Hockey Writers / January 9

Are Maple Leafs Better Off Keeping William Nylander — or Cashing Him In?

Nick Kypreos has never shied away from uncomfortable conversations in Toronto, and his recent comments on Real Kyper and Bourne reopened one of the most sensitive debates surrounding the Maple Leafs: would the team actually be better off moving William Nylander?