Toronto Maple Leafs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Mitch Marner News / NHL Trade Talk / December 8

Marner Trade Returned 'Cheat Code' for the Maple Leafs

When Mitch Marner decided it was time to leave his hometown Toronto Maple Leafs team, it felt like the end of a long and overly dramatic chapter for the team.

Craig Berube News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 8

The structural issues driving the Maple Leafs’ five-on-five possession problems

Given the Maple Leafs’ underwhelming possession metrics over 100 games into his coaching tenure, it’s interesting to revisit Craig Berube’s comments about puck possession when he was first hired in Toronto: Berube: “In St.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 8

3 Maple Leafs’ trade targets to provide goaltending depth through injury troubles

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ starting goaltenders have struggled to stay healthy, and there’s a very good chance general manager Brad Treliving works the phones to tap in around the league to see what kind of help is available.

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Ben Danford News / TheLeafsnation / December 7

Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford reportedly invited to Team Canada’s World Juniors camp

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford has reportedly been invited to Team Canada’s training camp for the 2026 World Junior Championships, per The Athletic’s Scott Wheeler.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 7

Maple Leafs Micro–Turning Points: Why a Reset Now?

You know, some seasons smack you over the head with a single big moment. A coach blow-up, a losing streak nobody can ignore, or that one night fans bring up years later like, “Yep, that’s where it all turned.” This Toronto Maple Leafs season… yeah, it’s not that.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 7

Maple Leafs Land Jordan Binnington in Questionable Mock Trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs just can’t seem to catch a break. The 2025-26 season is just under 30 games in and they have struggled with injuries, very badly.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 7

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Hildeby, Laughton, Woll & Danford

The Toronto Maple Leafs dropped a tight 2–1 decision to the Montreal Canadiens, but this wasn’t one of those nights where panic leaks into the building.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 7

Penguins activate Justin Brazeau, Noel Acciari from IR

The Pittsburgh Penguins announced they’ve activated forwards Noel Acciari and Justin Brazeau from injured reserve.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 7

Maple Leafs’ Chris Tanev to be re-evaluated Wednesday, no timeline for Anthony Stolarz

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev will be re-evaluated on Wednesday, which could spur his eventual return to the lineup, head coach Craig Berube said Sunday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 7

Craig Berube on the latest on Chris Tanev: “He feels good, he’s skating, and he’s working hard, but we’ll have to see when he’s looked at on Wednesday”

After Sunday’s practice, head coach Craig Berube discussed the recent contributions of Scott Laughton and Dennis Hildeby, the status of his injured players, and the decision to make practice optional. What stands out about Scott Laughton’s level of play recently?

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / December 7

Habs Win 2-1 In a Shootout And Snap A 11-Game Losing Streak In Toronto

The Montreal Canadiens beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 in a shootout on Saturday. This was their first victory at Scotiabank Arena since they won Game 7 of the North Division Semifinals and their first regular-season win since February 21st, 2021, snapping an 11-game losing streak in Toronto.

Dennis Hildeby News / TheLeafsnation / December 7

Maple Leafs impressed by Dennis Hildeby’s confidence in crease

Dennis Hildeby is currently the Toronto Maple Leafs’ No. 1 goaltender, and the team is extremely confident he’s more than capable of getting the job done.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 7

2 Takeaways From the Maple Leafs’ 2-1 Shootout Loss to the Canadiens

The Toronto Maple Leafs were back in action against the Montreal Canadiens in their first game back at home after a six-game road trip. This is the third matchup between the two teams, and the season series is tied at one game apiece, with both games ending with a score of 5-2 Last night’s game was a hard-fought, tight-checking, defensive affair.

Craig Berube News / TheLeafsnation / December 7

Craig Berube believes Maple Leafs’ power play lacks confidence after loss to Canadiens

The Toronto Maple Leafs suffered a 2-1 shootout loss to the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, snapping their three-game winning streak. While the team started the game strong, it was ultimately the middle frame once again where things started to look a little sloppy.

Scott Laughton News / TheLeafsnation / December 7

Leafs’ Scott Laughton breaks down his short-handed slapshot goal vs. Canadiens

The Toronto Maple Leafs winning streak has come to end, falling 2-1 in a shootout to the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night. And while goaltender Dennis Hildeby was a bright spot throughout in keeping it a one-goal game, the team’s offence left something to be desired.

Craig Berube News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 6

Craig Berube on the Leafs dropping a point to the Habs: “We missed the net about 15 times, including on good opportunities… And power play has to come through for us, but it didn’t”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 2-1 shootout loss to the Montreal Canadiens, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 13-11-4. On the team’s performance: Good first period.

Joseph Woll News / NHL Trade Talk / December 6

External Trade Options for Maple Leafs With Woll a Question Mark

There is good news, bad news, and potentially even worse news in Toronto as it pertains to goaltender Joseph Woll. The bad news is that he’s out again with an injury.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / December 6

Toronto Maple Leafs Move Goalie To IR

The Toronto Maple Leafs are suddenly navigating a major shakeup in their crease after placing goaltender Joseph Woll on injured reserve Saturday with a lower-body injury.

Joseph Woll News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 6

Maple Leafs goaltending situation hits new low with Woll injury

Maple Leafs goaltending situation hits new low with Joseph Woll injury

Woll had become Toronto’s de facto starter over the last few weeks.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / December 6

Maple Leafs Should Target Stanley Cup Champion

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a successful road trip as they wrap it up Saturday night in Montreal. The Leafs have won their last three consecutive games and have won four of their last five.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / December 5

Easton Cowan is the most important Toronto Maple Leafs rookie since Auston Matthews

The Toronto Maple Leafs may have started the season off slowly, but they are surging. They smacked the Carolina Hurricanes 5-1 last night and have won four of their last five games.