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Elliotte Friedman predicts Mats Sundin-John Chayka combo to run Maple Leafs, awaiting Sundin’s decision

The Toronto Maple Leafs are navigating an offseason unlike any other during the Auston Matthews era, having missed the playoffs in 2025-26 and currently on a quest to hire their next front office.

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Bringing Back Maple Leafs Greats Won't Solve the Bigger Problem

Recently, there has been some news about bringing Maple Leafs greats back into the fold. I’m all for it — but let’s be honest about what that actually gets you.

Easton Cowan News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / April 28

John Gruden on Easton Cowan’s potential impact in Round 2 for the Marlies: “I know he is a gamer… When his back is against the wall, that kid will show up”

Ahead of Wednesday’s Game 1 against the Laval Rocket, Marlies head coach John Gruden discussed Easton Cowan’s desire to make a bigger impact in the second round, the matchup against the Rocket, the status of Matt Benning, and the decision to start Dennis Hildeby in Game 1.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28

Nick Robertson draws line in the sand with Maple Leafs

The Maple Leafs forward, who has had an up-and-down relationship with the team throughout his tenure there, is finally in a position to call his shot.

The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

The 'Playoff goal-leaders by NHL team' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

Craig Berube News / Professor Press Box / April 28

Is It Inevitable Berube Is Gone From the Maple Leafs?

You look at the Toronto Maple Leafs this year, and it’s hard not to just sit back and wonder what else we were expecting here?The season went off the rails early and never really found its footing again.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Minten, Danford & Cassidy’s Hint

The funny thing about this time of year is that even if the Toronto Maple Leafs aren’t on the ice, they’re still everywhere. Every shift, every mistake, every quote somehow finds its way back to Toronto.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 28

Maple Leafs finish 2nd in Daily Faceoff’s NHL Draft Lottery chaos rankings

As the Toronto Maple Leafs contemplate a retool or full-scale rebuild, the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft Lottery will serve as a pivotal moment in the franchise’s direction.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / April 28

The 2026 Toronto Maple Leafs Offseason Blueprint: Mock trades and signings

With the Toronto Maple Leafs’ offseason officially underway, now is the time to review some potential moves they could make. This team struggled in all aspects of the game last season, and one can only wonder how many moves will be made once the Stanley Cup Playoffs are over.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / April 28

Ryan Tverberg scores first playoff goal, Dennis Hildeby a rock between the pipes as Toronto Marlies punch ticket to second round

“We played a lot smarter, stayed above them a lot more, and were able to shut a lot more things down against them.” – Ryan Tverberg “Right out of the gate, the hustle was there.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 28

Bruce Cassidy believes in Brandon Carlo’s game despite rough 2025-26

For the first time in nearly a decade, the Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves on the outside looking in as 16 teams (14 remain) compete for hockey’s ultimate

Joseph Woll News / TheLeafsnation / April 28

Joseph Woll’s struggles weren’t helped by Maple Leafs defensive woes

Joseph Woll has been a calm and steady workhorse presence over his time as a Toronto Maple Leaf. He has been the ideal netminder for serving as part of a tandem, capable of running with the net for stretches of time but never seeming reluctant to maintain a platooning situation either, even when he was the goaltender with the stronger results.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / April 28

What Is the Maple Leafs’ Goalie Situtation Right Now?

Alright, let’s sit down and be blunt — the Toronto Maple Leafs’ goalie situation isn’t some neat puzzle you can solve by swapping masks. It’s messy, noisy, and largely a symptom of bigger problems in front of the crease.

Troy Stecher News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / April 27

Troy Stecher on the perks of being a Maple Leaf: “I’ve played for multiple teams, so I can compare… You are not treated that well across the league in many spots, if any”

Maple Leafs defenseman Troy Stecher joined Overdrive to discuss the team’s disappointing season, the ups and downs of his individual season, the treatment of players in Toronto, and the uncertain future for him and the organization this offseason.

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The 'Season triple-double leaders by team' quiz

The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz

The 'No.2-overall NFL Draft picks' quiz

The 'NFL No.1-overall draft picks' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 27

Which Maple Leafs Goalie Is Tradable: Under What Conditions?

Let’s walk through this the right way, because not all goalies — or situations — are created equal. The Toronto Maple Leafs don’t just have decisions to make; they have timing to consider.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 27

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Hildeby, Groulx, Sundin & Retaining Matthews

This is the time of year when things start to settle into focus. For the Toronto Maple Leafs, roster decisions are being evaluated, and the most interesting information is coming from places fans don’t immediately look.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 27

Where the Maple Leafs Are Really Getting Their Money’s Worth

Every once in a while, a simple table tells you more about a team than a full season of hot takes. This is one of those cases. How the Toronto Maple Leafs’ top scorers stack their production against cap hit gives us a pretty clean lens into who’s actually providing value and who is producing at a level that matches—or exceeds—their contract.

Morgan Rielly News / TheLeafsnation / April 27

Maple Leafs’ Morgan Rielly to join Canada for 2026 IIHF World Championship

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Morgan Rielly will join Canada for the 2026 IIHF World Championship, TSN’s Darren Dreger reports. Rielly will join John Tavares at the upcoming tournament.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 27

Friedman: Maple Leafs GM search will become clearer once Mats Sundin makes decision

As the Toronto Maple Leafs conduct a diligent search for their next general manager, the team is waiting on a franchise legend to make a decision on his future.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 27

Maple Leafs’ rival provides perfect rebuild blueprint

The Montreal Canadiens haven’t won a Cup and aren’t guaranteed to win one. But the way they’ve rebuilt with vision, purpose, patience and the right people in the right roles, is a model the Toronto Maple Leafs would be wise to seriously consider.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 27

William Nylander was Maple Leafs’ MVP despite tumultuous season for team

The Toronto Maple Leafs may not have seen a lot go their way in the 2025-26 season, but the one constant through it all was that William Nylander was yet again a key cog in the machine from an offensive standpoint.

Dennis Hildeby News / TheLeafsnation / April 27

Dennis Hildeby shines in winner-take-all Game 3, Marlies advance to face Laval Rocket

Led by goaltender Dennis Hildeby, the Toronto Marlies defeated the Rochester Americans 4-2, advancing to the North Division Semifinals against the Laval Rocket. After starting Artur Akhtyamov over the series’ opening two games, the Marlies turned to Hildeby for the first time since April 18.

Mats Sundin News / NHL Trade Talk / April 26

What Toronto Does Next With Sundin Really Matters

The Toronto Maple Leafs are buried in history. Scotiabank Arena has banners, numbers, and stories that old-timers still brag about. But way too often, that history just sort of sits there like museum pieces.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / April 25

Report: Maple Leafs rule out GM candidate, two finalists remain

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue their search for a new general manager after the firing of Brad Treliving. According to reports, the Canadian franchise has already ruled out one candidate, and there are at least a couple in advanced stages of selection.

Analyst explains what Maple Leafs must do first before next season

Question marks remain for Nick Robertson after career-best year with the Maple Leafs

Why Maple Leafs, Sharks could emerge as ideal offseason trade partners

The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / April 25

Analyst explains what Maple Leafs must do first before next season

The Toronto Maple Leafs are already thinking about the 2026-27 season, following a disappointing 2025-26 campaign. The Canadian franchise has not yet hired a new general manager after the firing of Brad Treliving, but according to one expert, that is not the first step.

Former Maple Leafs veteran reportedly declines Toronto GM offer

Former Maple Leafs players linked to front office positions

NHL roundup: OT win gives Habs 2-1 edge on Lightning

The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / April 25

Three bold predictions for the Toronto Maple Leafs 2026 offseason

It’s a beautiful April; the sun is starting to shine, the weather’s warming up, and the NHL playoffs begin. Pretty normal, right? Not at all. For the first time in ten seasons, the Toronto Maple Leafs did not make the NHL playoffs, the longest streak in the NHL.