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Auston Matthews’ Team USA truth bomb proves they’re ready for gold

The preliminary round of the 2026 Winter Olympics has concluded with a clear theme: the dominance of former NHL top picks. Stars like Connor McDavid, Macklin Celebrini, and Auston Matthews have lived up to their draft pedigree, propelling Canada and the United States to the top two seeds heading into the quarterfinals.

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Maple Leafs prospect checkpoint: How has Topi Niemelä fared through 5 months of 2025-26?

After spending the previous two seasons with the Toronto Marlies in the AHL, Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Topi Niemelä opted this summer to head back overseas, signing a one-year deal with the Malmö Redhawks of the Swedish Hockey League.

Simon Benoit News / TheLeafsnation / February 16

5 potential trade destinations for Maple Leafs’ Simon Benoit

The Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to make multiple moves ahead of this season’s trade deadline, and if general manager Brad Treliving moves a defenceman, it’s very likely Simon Benoit will be one of the contenders to go.

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The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Auston Matthews News / TheLeafsnation / February 15

Olympic Hockey: Auston Matthews powers USA to 5-1 win over Germany with two goals, one assist

Toronto Maple Leafs and Team USA captain Auston Matthews had lots of American media questioning everything from his performance to his leadership after two points in his first two games.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 15

Guentzel on Matthews’ hot tournament: ‘You guys put a lot of heat on him for no reason’

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews doesn’t have the easiest job on the planet. When things aren’t going right, it’s hard to ignore the noise. Being the captain in one of the NHL’s biggest markets means extra scrutiny.

Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / February 16

Ex-NHLer Suggests Maple Leafs Get Star Defenseman for Auston Matthews

Auston Matthews is always under the microscope as a superstar player and captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs — and when things aren’t going well, that scrutiny only intensifies.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / February 15

Auston Matthews breakout game a great sign for Team USA

The United States is going to need more of that over the next week.

Jack Eichel establishing himself as Team USA's leader, go-to star

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 15

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Holinka, Moldenhauer & McMann’s Trade Suitors

Some weeks feel slow around this team. This is not one of those weeks. Even in the middle of the Olympic break, the Toronto Maple Leafs are being drawn into trade chatter, prospect buzz, and the usual last-minute deadline smoke that can turn into fire without warning.

Morgan Rielly News / The Hockey Writers / February 15

NHL Rumours: Leafs Selling, Rielly Trade Clarity & Canadiens Buying

In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we start off with the Toronto Maple Leafs and what their plans may be with Morgan Rielly. Next, we look at some more Maple Leafs who could be available.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / February 15

Breaking down the top free agents for the Toronto Maple Leafs this summer

If the Toronto Maple Leafs want to compete next year, they are going to need a creative, successful summer. The roster, as it is, clearly doesn’t have the talent or depth to become a Stanley Cup contender, meaning trades and signings are going to have to shape a new look Leafs team to start next season.

Morgan Rielly News / The Hockey Writers / February 15

Reports Link Maple Leafs’ Rielly to Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs have some big decisions to make over the next few weeks leading up to the March 6 NHL Trade Deadline. One of the biggest decisions they will need to make is on defenceman Morgan Rielly.

Jacob Quillan News / TheLeafsnation / February 15

Maple Leafs prospect checkpoint: How has Jacob Quillan fared through 5 months of 2025-26?

In the final year of his entry-level contract, 24-year-old Jacob Quillan is having a solid sophomore season in the Toronto Maple Leafs system. Playing mostly in the AHL, Quillan is putting up solid numbers for the Toronto Marlies through the first five months of this year.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 14

Olympic Hockey: Auston Matthews tallies assist in USA victory over Denmark

The United States remain undefeated at the 2026 Milano-Cortina Olympic games following a 6-3 win over Denmark. The game was somewhat reminiscent to Sweden’s 5-2 win over Italy earlier in the week, with the States dominating on the shot clock but suffering from some less than stellar goaltending to keep the game tight headed into the final frame.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 14

Stolarz Trade Could Backfire Badly on the Maple Leafs

There’s a kind of itchy impatience around Toronto right now, the sort that shows up when a season has already slipped away, but the trade deadline hasn’t quite arrived.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 14

Oilers’ Primary Target from Maple Leafs Feels Like a Misprint

There are so many reports linking the Toronto Maple Leafs and Edmonton Oilers in trade talks that one has to assume where there is smoke, there is fire.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 14

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Nylander, OEL, Matthews & Andersen

There’s something entertaining about watching the Olympics while the Toronto Maple Leafs sit at home and wait for their players to come back in one piece.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 14

Maple Leafs prospect checkpoint: How has Luke Haymes fared through 5 months of 2025-26?

Signing players out of the NCAA often goes under the radar, as many players can finish their season and join an organization quietly without receiving

Bobby McMann News / 6IX ON ICE / February 14

Breaking down if the Toronto Maple Leafs should extend Bobby McMann, not trade him

If the Toronto Maple Leafs end up selling at this year’s trade deadline (which they absolutely should do), then Bobby McMann is the most obvious choice to be moved.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / February 14

NHL Rumours: Toronto Maple Leafs Linked to UFA Blueliner

Welcome back to NHL Rumours here at Last Word On Hockey. This edition focuses on the Toronto Maple Leafs and one particular piece of chatter making the rounds.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / February 14

Toronto Maple Leafs Set Their Asking Prices

The Toronto Maple Leafs will have all eyes on them as the trade deadline approaches. Everyone is wondering whether they’ll become sellers. It’s difficult to believe that Toronto could go from being one of the best in the Atlantic Division to the bottom in just one season.

William Villeneuve News / Professor Press Box / February 13

How Soon Before William Villeneuve Hits the Maple Leafs’ Defence?

A season never unfolds exactly like you plan, and the Toronto Maple Leafs are living proof. Injuries to Brandon Carlo and Chris Tanev have left the blue line a patchwork of opportunity, while shifts in the lineup and the looming trade deadline make every roster decision feel urgent.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 12

Trade Deadline Primer: Toronto Maple Leafs

With the Olympic break underway, the trade deadline is just weeks away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make? We begin our look around the league with teams that have clear plans at the extremes of the standings, this time with the Maple Leafs.