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The men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics begins on Wednesday, and a few familiar Toronto Maple Leafs are in the mix. Some are setting examples off the ice, some are battling injuries, and some are quietly slipping into roles where they could make a bigger impact than expected.

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Auston Matthews remains with Jake Guentzel, Matt Boldy at USA’s practice

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews remained with Jake Guentzel and Matt Boldy during USA men’s hockey practice Wednesday. Matthews, who is captaining the United States, will be featuring in a top-six role to start the tournament.

Oliver Ekman-Larsson News / NHL Trade Talk / February 11

Insider Reveals the Cost for Oilers to Acquire Oliver Ekman-Larsson

When reports recently emerged that the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs were discussing a trade ahead of the NHL roster freeze—and it wasn’t about Bobby McMann—many were surprised.

William Nylander News / NHL Trade Talk / February 11

Analyst: Nylander Olympic Situation Requires Maple Leafs Put Foot Down

Eyebrows were raised when William Nylander was absent from Team Sweden’s practice on Tuesday, which at the time put his status for Wednesday’s opener against Italy in question.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / February 11

Breaking down the lines and pairings of the three Toronto Maple Leafs at the 2026 Olympics

It is nearly time for the first men’s hockey games of the 2026 Winter Olympics to get underway, and with NHL players being allowed back at the games for the first time since the 2014 games in Sochi, hockey fans from around the world will be watching with anticipation to see who comes out on top.

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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 / NHL Trade Talk / February 11

Do Maple Leafs Make Sense for This Canadiens’ Offensive Cast-Off?

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens don’t often link up on the trade front. That said, there is a world where they do at this year’s trade deadline and it benefits both teams.

John Tavares News / TheLeafsnation / February 11

Maple Leafs’ John Tavares named to CHL’s Top 50 players of all-time

Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares was named as one of the 50 greatest players in Canadian Hockey League history. To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the CHL released an unranked list of the 50 greatest players to ever suit up.

Tinus Luc Koblar News / TheLeafsnation / February 11

Maple Leafs prospect checkpoint: How has Tinus Luc Koblar fared through 5 months of 2025-26?

When the Toronto Maple Leafs management prepared for the 2025 National Hockey League entry draft, they did so without a first-round draft pick. The Maple

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / February 11

The Maple Leafs shouldn’t be selling just for selling’s sake at the trade deadline

With the Olympic break officially underway, all eyes in Leafs Nation have turned to the March 6 trade deadline. I’ve already written on this subject and outlined the general strategy I’d follow if I were GM Brad Treliving.

NHL News / Total Pro Sports / February 11

Maple Leafs Eye Major Summer Move As Lightning’s Star Defenseman Emerges As Top Target

The Toronto Maple Leafs kept their slim playoff hopes alive with three straight wins before the Olympic break. It was a much-needed response from a team that has struggled to find consistency all season.

Auston Matthews News / TheLeafsnation / February 11

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews has prime opportunity to shed some labels at Olympics

What Chaos’ Pete Blackburn believes that Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews has a prime opportunity to prove he can be a big-game player at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan.

Auston Matthews News / Professor Press Box / February 10

Auston Matthews' Curious Message to Hockey Parents

If you’re a hockey parent spending weekends shuttling your 10-year-old from one tournament to the next and summers at back-to-back power-skating camps, Auston Matthews has some advice: stop.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 10

Which of the 3 Maple Leafs Goalies Is Mostly Likely To Go?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have some big decisions to make as we inch closer to the 2026 Trade Deadline. They have a handful of unrestricted free agents that could be moved if they fall out of the playoff race.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 11

Analysts call for Maple Leafs to pull Nylander from Olympics

The uncertainty surrounding William Nylander’s status ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics has ignited a heated debate among NHL analysts, with some arguing the Toronto Maple Leafs should shut him down entirely.

William Nylander News / NHL Trade Talk / February 10

William Nylander’s Injury Status Complicates Sweden’s Olympic Opener

Team Sweden will get the honor of being Team Italy’s first game of the Olympics on Wednesday afternoon. The host Italians should have a big crowd there to see their home country’s opener, but it’ll also be an opportunity to see some NHL superstars from Sweden.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 11

The Maple Leafs keep letting good young players leave: Why?

If you’ve watched the Toronto Maple Leafs long enough, you start to notice a pattern—and not a good one. For whatever reason, this team keeps whiffing on young talent.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / February 10

Maple Leafs in 2026: Who Is This Team Really?

Watching the Toronto Maple Leafs a few years ago was electric. Fast skating, crisp passes, guys thinking two moves ahead—you could feel the energy from the bench to the stands.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / February 10

Sweden Announces William Nylander Injury Update Before Olympic Game Against Italy

Team Sweden shared an update on William Nylander ahead of its Olympic opener against Italy. Sweden is playing in Group B at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The men’s hockey tournament begins on Wednesday, and it marks the first Olympic men’s event with NHL players since 2014.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 10

Maple Leafs Reportedly Seeking 1st Round Pick for McMann

The Toronto Maple Leafs appear to have one of the more interesting trade chips on the market as we head toward the March 6 Trade Deadline. That player is forward Bobby McMann, who could end up being one of their most valuable assets if they decide to sell.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Total Pro Sports / February 10

William Nylander Questionable For Sweden’s Olympic Opener

Toronto Maple Leafs’ veteran forward William Nylander did not take the ice with Sweden on Tuesday, putting his availability for the country’s Olympic opener in doubt as the team prepares for Wednesday’s opening game against Italy.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / February 10

Maple Leafs Forward Misses Practice Before Sweden Olympic Opener

Team Sweden has been riddled with injuries in the lead-up to the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. Anaheim Ducks star Leo Carlsson was ruled out of the tournament because of a thigh injury that required surgery, and Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin was also forced to sit out due to an ailment.

William Nylander News / Daily Faceoff / February 10

Sweden’s Nylander a game-time decision for Olympic opener against Italy

Team Sweden may be without one of its top forwards for its Olympic opener against Team Italy on Wednesday, as Toronto Maple Leafs winger William Nylander is a game-time decision with a groin injury.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / February 10

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews Faces a Legacy Test at Olympics

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews has earned a fair bit of praise over the course of his 10-year NHL career. The former No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NHL Draft, Matthews has consistently been one of the league’s top scorers, which has enabled his Maple Leafs to be perpetual contenders in the Eastern Conference.

Morgan Rielly News / Professor Press Box / February 9

Little to No Chance Maple Leafs' Morgan Rielly Gets Traded

Lately, the chatter around the Toronto Maple Leafs trading Morgan Rielly has been hard to ignore. Some whispers even suggest that if he doesn’t waive his no-trade clause, the Maple Leafs might push back with punitive measures.

Bobby McMann News / Total Pro Sports / February 9

NHL Trade Rumors: Insider Reveals Oilers And Maple Leafs Held Talks Before The Freeze, And It Wasn’t About Bobby McMann

The Toronto Maple Leafs made it clear before the Olympic roster freeze that they were likely heading toward seller mode at the trade deadline with the way their season was unraveling.