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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Cowan, Matthews, Marchenko, McKenna & Stolarz

The Toronto Maple Leafs face the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday, looking to finish their western road trip on a better note. They’ve lost two straight, including a frustrating 5-4 defeat against the Seattle Kraken, where Auston Matthews tied the game late only to see Brandon Montour score the winner with 32.7 seconds remaining.

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Luke Schenn offers initial impressions of Gavin McKenna ahead of Maple Leafs’ tilt vs. Canucks

It doesn’t feel too long ago that Luke Schenn was selected in the first round by the Toronto Maple Leafs. Drafted fifth overall by the Maple Leafs in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft, Schenn is currently in the midst of his 19th season after being signed by the Vancouver Canucks to a one-year, $2.25-million contract on July 1.

John Chayka News / Editor In Leaf / October 31

John Chayka has no easy fix for the Maple Leafs’ goaltending problem

John Chayka has a goaltending problem, and it isn't the one most fans think. Given his recent struggles between the pipes, the easy narrative is that Sergei Bobrovsky is the biggest problem that the Toronto Maple Leafs have between the pipes.

Nikita Kucherov News / Editor In Leaf / October 31

4 reasons the Maple Leafs should stay far away from Nikita Kucherov

Elliotte Friedman dropped a bombshell on Friday: star winger Nikita Kucherov has told the Tampa Bay Lightning that he is not interested in re-signing and has requested a trade.

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 31

Bobrovsky off the case, praise for Cowan, and the injury bug: Leaflets

The Toronto Maple Leafs giveth and the Leafs taketh away. Last Saturday, the Leafs dominated the Oilers, a big win against a perennial cup contender. It capped off a strong week where everything seemed to go right.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Nikita Kucherov News / Editor In Leaf / October 31

Maple Leafs have one major advantage in a potential Nikita Kucherov trade

The news of Tampa Bay Lightning superstar Nikita Kucherov requesting a trade on Friday has left everyone’s heads spinning. As fans and pundits begin digesting the bombshell report by Elliotte Friedman, there’s a natural question: Where will Kucherov land?

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 30

Maple Leafs, Canucks aim to rebound from late collapses

The Vancouver Canucks and visiting Toronto Maple Leafs will try to rebound from painful late-game losses when they meet Saturday. The Maple Leafs will look to end their western road trip on a positive note in the midst of a two-game losing skid.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Editor In Leaf / October 30

Maple Leafs receive massive boost with key player returning

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been battling through some major injuries all season long. Ever since the beginning, some number of players have been out and unable to play.

Nikita Kucherov News / Editor In Leaf / October 30

Maple Leafs can’t afford to miss their chance at Nikita Kucherov

Tonight, Elliotte Friedman dropped an absolute bomb on the entire hockey world. He reported that Tampa Bay Lightning's star Nikita Kucherov has told both the organization and his teammates that he will not be re-signing and has requested a trade.

Jacob Quillan News / Inside The Rink / October 30

Jacob Quillan Earns Canucks Recall Just 15 Days After Trade From Toronto

Jacob Quillan is heading back to the NHL just 15 days after the Vancouver Canucks acquired him from the Toronto Maple Leafs. Purchase tickets via Ticketmaster Vancouver recalled the 24-year-old forward from the Abbotsford Canucks on Friday, October 30, following an impressive five-game stretch in the American Hockey League.

Gavin Mckenna News / Trade Talk Sports / October 30

McKenna Is Giving Maple Leafs Fans Something They Haven’t Seen in Years

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost 5–4 to Seattle, so this wasn’t exactly a night to celebrate. But if you’re looking for a reason to feel a little better about where this team might be headed, Gavin McKenna gave you one.

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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.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 30

Maple Leafs lineup news: Chris Tanev paired with Morgan Rielly, Dakota Joshua returns to practice

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev was grouped with Morgan Rielly during Friday’s practice via David Alter of The Hockey News. It’s another indicator that the 36-year-old could return for Saturday’s game against the Vancouver Canucks.

Auston Matthews News / Editor In Leaf / October 30

We may be watching the best version of Auston Matthews yet

Through 15 games, the Toronto Maple Leafs offense has been the clear strength of the team, ranking top three in the NHL at 3.73 goals per game, tied with the Carolina Hurricanes. It is a very positive sign for a largely turned-over forward group that was a question mark entering the season.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 30

Maple Leafs Under Jim Hiller: What Has Changed Since Craig Berube?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a new coach, a new message, and a chance to see whether a change behind the bench can help this group become something more than it was last season.

Jack Roslovic News / TheLeafsnation / October 30

How Jack Roslovic is quickly becoming X-factor for Maple Leafs

Through 15 games of the Toronto Maple Leafs season, one of the biggest surprises has been the impact of Jack Roslovic. The speedy winger has quickly become an integral piece for Jim Hiller’s hockey club, and he’s essentially gone from a top-nine forward on the Edmonton Oilers last season, to a top-line, impact winger for the Maple Leafs.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 30

John Chayka expresses belief in Sergei Bobrovsky’s abilities following poor start vs. Kraken

In what’s been a roller coaster of a start to the young Toronto Maple Leafs‘ 2026-27 season, goaltending is the topic du jour among the fans following a rough loss to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday night.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Marchenko, Raddysh, McKenna & Lineup Problems

The Toronto Maple Leafs are getting an early look at how quickly a season can change when injuries start piling up. One injury might seem manageable on its own, but when a team is already working through lineup questions, the next one can force decisions that weren’t necessarily part of the original plan.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: McKenna Finds Matthews & Bobrovsky Is a Big Question

The Toronto Maple Leafs had plenty of reasons to be frustrated after their 5–4 loss to the Seattle Kraken, but a couple of things were worth watching. Gavin McKenna scored twice on the power play, showing some encouraging signs of a connection with Auston Matthews.

Gavin Mckenna News / Trade Talk Sports / October 28

Surprise Leafs Move: Has McKenna Earned It? Will He Run With It?

There’s a difference between being given an opportunity and being ready to make the most of it. Gavin McKenna is about to find out where he stands. At Wednesday’s practice, Toronto Maple Leafs coach Jim Hiller moved the 18-year-old rookie onto the top line with Auston Matthews and Jack Roslovic.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 28

Maple Leafs Scouts in the Stands Doesn’t Mean a Big Trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs had scouts at four teams’ games on Tuesday, and the rumour mill started to spin. Toronto’s banged up and everyone wants a story, so fair enough.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / October 28

Leafs' Kirill Marchenko out week-to-week with lower-body injury

Marchenko suffered a lower-body injury during Monday night’s loss to the Calgary Flames.

Oilers place Zach Hyman on injured reserve

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The 'Highest paid NHL players in 2024-25' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 27

Maple Leafs Exposed: So What Went Wrong in Calgary?

The Toronto Maple Leafs arrived in Calgary riding a four-game winning streak. They left with a 5-2 loss, an injured player, and a few uncomfortable questions.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / October 26

Leafs update injury status of Tanev, Tavares, Domi, Joshua

The Toronto Maple Leafs may be riding a four-game winning streak, but they’re still operating at far less than full strength. Toronto is missing a handful of regulars due to injury, but it appears that at least a few of them are getting nearer to returning.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 24

Blowout loss to the Maple Leafs highlight Oilers' flaws

Things have been great for the Edmonton Oilers to open the 2026-27 season, and almost all of that is related to their top-line duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.

Four-goal third propels surging Maple Leafs past Oilers

It’s time to talk about Connor McDavid’s historic 260-point pace

Oilers’ dynamic duo dominated against reigning Cup champs

Predators claim Daemon Hunt off waivers from division rival Wild

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