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What NHL Superstar Rookie Seasons Tell Us About Future Greatness

What NHL Superstar Rookie Seasons Tell Us About Future Greatness

There is a funny thing about young hockey players. We see one great season and immediately start trying to figure out what comes next. That is especially true in Toronto, where Gavin McKenna is about to begin his NHL career.

Patriks Plumins News / TheLeafsnation / August 29

Maple Leafs’ 4th-round pick Patriks Plumins set to play for Chicoutimi Sagueneens of QMJHL

Toronto Maple Leafs fourth-round pick Patriks Plumins appears to be set to play for the Chicoutimi Sagueneens of the QMJHL in 2025-26. A 6-foot-3 goaltender out of Latvia, Plumins was selected 78th overall by the Sagueneens in the 2026 CHL Import Draft after spending last season playing in his home country.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / August 29
The annual Karlsson rumour and the impact of Makar’s upcoming contract: Leaflets

The annual Karlsson rumour and the impact of Makar’s upcoming contract: Leaflets

Another week light week on the Toronto Maple Leafs news front unless you want to rage a little about ticket prices. There’s nothing new to see here. The team can get away with it so they can do it.

Sergei Bobrovsky News / Editor In Leaf / August 29
Sergei Bobrovsky can fix the Toronto Maple Leafs' carousel of goaltenders

Sergei Bobrovsky can fix the Toronto Maple Leafs' carousel of goaltenders

It's been a few years since the Toronto Maple Leafs had a bonefied starting goaltender who could log upwards of 60 games a season. In fact, not since the 2018-2019 season has any Leafs goaltender played at least 60 games.

NHL News / Editor In Leaf / August 28
Cale Makar's $20 million deal puts Maple Leafs in a pickle with future Auston Matthews negotiations

Cale Makar's $20 million deal puts Maple Leafs in a pickle with future Auston Matthews negotiations

The Cale Makar extension in Colorado might seem like an isolated incident. But when looking at how it weaves into the overall fabric of the universe, the record-setting deal could leave the Toronto Maple Leafs in a pickle.

Connor Hellebuyck News / NHL Trade Talk / August 28
Hellebuyck to Toronto Could Create More Problems Than It Solves

Hellebuyck to Toronto Could Create More Problems Than It Solves

The Toronto Maple Leafs don’t exactly need another goalie. At least, that’s what they would probably say right now. They already have Sergei Bobrovsky.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / August 28
Maple Leafs Add Goalie Prospect to System

Maple Leafs Add Goalie Prospect to System

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been very busy this summer. New general manager John Chayka hasn’t stopped since taking over the GM job. He has been reshaping the team and completely rebuilding the Leafs’ depth.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / August 28
Could The Maple Leafs Use a Little More Youth on Defence?

Could The Maple Leafs Use a Little More Youth on Defence?

Toronto's blue line is experienced, but it isn't getting younger. That's not necessarily a problem today. Veteran defencemen can still be extremely valuable, particularly for a team trying to win now.

NHL News / Editor In Leaf / August 28
Morgan Rielly should still be traded, but only for Erik Karlsson

Morgan Rielly should still be traded, but only for Erik Karlsson

Erik Karlsson being dealt to the Toronto Maple Leafs isn't an idea that only recently floated into the hockey world’s ether, but it is an idea that Elliotte Friedman poured some gasoline on during the 32 Thoughts podcast three days ago.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / August 28
Will Maple Leafs Realize They Made a Huge Goaltending Mistake?

Will Maple Leafs Realize They Made a Huge Goaltending Mistake?

The Toronto Maple Leafs decided that 37-year-old goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky was their guy. To the tune of $7 million per season over three seasons, the organization signed the veteran netminder after a down season, hoping he’d bounce back and be the answer in goal this coming season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Editor In Leaf / August 28
Maple Leafs' goaltending could ruin their entire season

Maple Leafs' goaltending could ruin their entire season

The Toronto Maple Leafs made their biggest splash this offseason when they signed one of the top free agents in the market in Sergei Bobrovsky. In doing so, both young goaltenders Joseph Woll and Dennis Hildeby became expendable and were both traded away this summer.

Artur Akhtyamov News / TheLeafsnation / August 28
Maple Leafs’ Artur Akhtyamov appears on Daily Faceoff’s Top 25 NHL-affiliated goalie prospects

Maple Leafs’ Artur Akhtyamov appears on Daily Faceoff’s Top 25 NHL-affiliated goalie prospects

You can never have enough goaltending depth throughout a National Hockey League organization. While the Toronto Maple Leafs have their goaltender of the

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

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 / Editor In Leaf / August 28
With Gavin McKenna, the Maple Leafs must learn the same lesson the Devils did with Jack Hughes

With Gavin McKenna, the Maple Leafs must learn the same lesson the Devils did with Jack Hughes

The Toronto Maple Leafs got a lifeline this offseason. When they moved up in the 2026 NHL Draft and got the opportunity to take Penn State superstar Gavin McKenna, it opened their contention window all over again.

Gavin Mckenna News / Editor In Leaf / August 28
Maple Leafs may have a problem if Gavin McKenna is too good

Maple Leafs may have a problem if Gavin McKenna is too good

It’s hard to imagine that Gavin McKenna being too good from the get-go could become a problem. But when looking at the way the Toronto Maple Leafs’ lineup could shape up, it might just be.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / August 28
Nick Paul Could Be Exactly What the Maple Leafs Need in April

Nick Paul Could Be Exactly What the Maple Leafs Need in April

When I think about Nick Paul, I don't immediately think about his regular-season numbers. I think about what he did after Tampa Bay acquired him from Ottawa.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / August 28
Maple Leafs Fans Shouldn’t Expect Gavin McKenna to Be Alex Ovechkin

Maple Leafs Fans Shouldn’t Expect Gavin McKenna to Be Alex Ovechkin

There is nothing wrong with being excited about Gavin McKenna. The Toronto Maple Leafs haven’t had a first-overall pick in a very long time, and McKenna arrives in Toronto with enormous expectations after being selected first overall in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Gavin Mckenna News / TheLeafsnation / August 28
2026-27 TLN Maple Leafs prospect rankings: #1 Gavin McKenna

2026-27 TLN Maple Leafs prospect rankings: #1 Gavin McKenna

The TLN Maple Leafs prospect rankings were compiled by a panel of six TLN writers, each ranking our top 20 prospects to form a consensus group ranking.

Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / August 27
Can the Maple Leafs Win With Auston Matthews Leading?

Can the Maple Leafs Win With Auston Matthews Leading?

When I wrote about the Toronto Maple Leafs’ depth this week, my argument was pretty simple: give Auston Matthews a real supporting cast and stop asking him to be a shutdown defensive stopper.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 28
Four under-the-radar PTO candidates for NHL teams to consider

Four under-the-radar PTO candidates for NHL teams to consider

We’re almost into the month of September, and in the NHL, that usually means two things: training camps are around the corner, and PTO season is about to begin in earnest.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / August 27
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Blueline Age, Forward Depth & Toronto’s Biggest Upgrade

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Blueline Age, Forward Depth & Toronto’s Biggest Upgrade

There is a different way to look at the Toronto Maple Leafs heading into this season. Much of the discussion has focused on whether new general manager John Chayka has improved the roster enough, particularly on defence.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / August 27
3 Maple Leafs Prospects to Watch Closely in 2026-27

3 Maple Leafs Prospects to Watch Closely in 2026-27

A small restock at the 2026 NHL Draft has the Toronto Maple Leafs back in the conversation of having some strong prospect options to look forward to down the road.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / August 28
Will Auston Matthews find a second gear later in his career?

Will Auston Matthews find a second gear later in his career?

Toronto’s chances at consistent success over the next handful of years still rely heavily on one man: Auston Matthews

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Alexander Nylander News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 26
Flames To Sign Alex Nylander To Professional Tryout

Flames To Sign Alex Nylander To Professional Tryout

Alexander Nylander is set to head west. According to Puckpedia, the Flames are set to bring him into the organization on a professional tryout agreement.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / August 19
Why Maple Leafs fans should be excited about Gavin McKenna's first season

Why Maple Leafs fans should be excited about Gavin McKenna's first season

Gavin McKenna arrives in Toronto as an elite playmaker who stands out for his vision, natural talent, and a potential not seen on the Maple Leafs since Auston Matthews.

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Morgan Rielly News / Yardbarker / August 17
Former Maple Leafs defenseman calls out Toronto over Morgan Rielly situation

Former Maple Leafs defenseman calls out Toronto over Morgan Rielly situation

The Toronto Maple Leafs are one of the franchises most active this offseason, but they still have a pending issue to resolve ahead of the 2026-27 NHL season.

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