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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.

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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.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 10

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.

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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.

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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

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 10

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 / TheLeafsnation / February 10

Maple Leafs Prospect Roundup: Holinka rising up the ranks, Chadwick continues strong second half

The NHL draft is one of the premier events on the hockey calendar, but for many fans, the interest and excitement are limited to the first couple of rounds, where the names are familiar, and the likelihood of landing an NHL-calibre player is higher.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / February 10

Auston Matthews Breaks Silence on Olympic Neck Guard Rule After the Adam Johnson Incident

Auston Matthews, captain of Team USA for the 2026 Winter Olympics, spoke about the new neck guard rule in the tournament. The rule was introduced following the death of Adam Johnson.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 10

Insider Predicts Maple Leafs Will Win Sweepstakes for $63 Million Defenseman

The Toronto Maple Leafs front office is very likely having conversations as we speak about how they plan to proceed ahead of the March 6 trade deadline.

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.

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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 / TheLeafsnation / February 10

Maple Leafs should cash in on Nicolas Roy’s trade market

The Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to be active leading up to the trade deadline, and Brad Treliving should remain very open-minded about the direction of his roster.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 10

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Matthews, Groulx, OEL & Roy Trades

The Toronto Maple Leafs could be coming out of the Olympic break with plenty of questions and a lot of hope. Momentum has been swinging like a pendulum this season, and Auston Matthews’ performance in Italy might just tip the scales.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 10

William Nylander misses Sweden’s practice due to maintenance, status vs. Italy TBD

William Nylander missed Sweden’s practice on Tuesday and his status for Wednesday’s game against Italy is to be determined. Nylander was held out of practice due to maintenance.

Tyler Hopkins News / TheLeafsnation / February 10

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

The Toronto Maple Leafs are continuing to try and fill the prospect pool after years of drafting later in rounds and trading picks away, after reaching the playoffs for the past nine years.

NHL News / Pension Plan Puppets / February 10

Maple Leafs Prospect Report: February 10th News and Stars

It's been a while since my last prospect report. Ironically, despite losing my full time job I haven't had as much time to watch games as I used to. But I've been watching what I can and following the rest on social media and the boxscores, so let's see who's been hot!

Auston Matthews 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.

Matt Murray News / The Hockey Writers / February 9

Whatever Happened to Ex-Maple Leafs Goalie Matt Murray?

For a while, Matt Murray was everywhere and nowhere at the same time. A Stanley Cup champion with the Pittsburgh Penguins before he was legally old enough to rent a car in some places, then a Toronto Maple Leafs reclamation project, then a long stretch where his name only came up when someone mentioned injuries.

Auston Matthews News / 6IX ON ICE / February 9

What could a good Olympic performance do for Auston Matthews?

With the men’s Olympic hockey beginning on Wednesday, now is the time to look at some players to watch. One of the top players to watch on Team USA is Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / February 8

Is it time for the Toronto Maple Leafs to tank?

A soft schedule heading into the Olympic break might offer hope for some. For others, picking up wins might only serve to muddy the waters. In short, the Leafs recent struggles have given life to a long-since familiar friend, otherwise known as Tank Nation.