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Maple Leafs Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Seeking Revenge Against Ducks, Final Stretch & More

The Toronto Maple Leafs are heading into the final stretch of what has been a very long and frustrating season. With the team now officially on the outside looking in, the final few weeks will come down to evaluating the roster for next season, as well as where they land in the 2026 NHL Draft lottery, which will be revealed on May 5.

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Burn it down? Why the Maple Leafs 2025–26 failure demands a core cleanout

Last March, the Toronto Maple Leafs were clinching a playoff spot on their route to their first Atlantic Division title. Fast forward to March 2026, and the team is fighting for a great spot in the NHL lottery.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 30

Maple Leafs need to prioritize prospect call-ups on the Marlies for the remainder of the season

The Toronto Maple Leafs are in the midst of the dog days of the regular season, and it has been a slog unlike any they have experienced over the past decade.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 30

NHL Rumors: McMann Extension, Rielly Trade, and Why Fire Cassidy?

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vegas Golden Knights have made a shocking coaching change. What led to Cassidy’s release, and why John Tortorella? Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to swirl in speculation, and Seattle Kraken forward Bobby McMann is rapidly boosting his value.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / March 30

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Cowan, Malhotra Buzz & Holinka

Tonight’s matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Anaheim Ducks isn’t as simple as it looks on paper. The Ducks sit atop the Pacific Division, while the Maple Leafs are hovering near the bottom of the standings.

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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 / The Hockey Writers / March 30

Treliving & Berube Aren’t the Right Duo for a Maple Leafs Retool

The Toronto Maple Leafs are staring down their first missed postseason in a decade, and it is becoming clear that life with Brad Treliving and Craig Berube has not worked.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 30

NHL Predictions: Toronto Maple Leafs vs Anaheim Ducks, March 30th

Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the slate of games and give in-depth analysis.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 30

Maple Leafs’ priority should be a forward if they get to use their 1st-round pick

Taking the best player available regardless of position always seems like the right call. The problem is that when it comes to drafts where Connor McDavid or Sidney Crosby aren’t making it painfully clear who the best available player is, the idea is still somewhat subjective.

Easton Cowan News / Professor Press Box / March 30

Maple Leafs Quick Hits: Draft Position, Top Players & Cowan

The Toronto Maple Leafs are nearing the end of the season, and there’s plenty to chew on. With a tough year on the ice and draft positioning looming large, management and fans alike are watching how the team navigates these final weeks.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / March 29

Maple Leafs’ Current and Former Head Coaches on the Hot Seat

The Toronto Maple Leafs are less than two years removed from a coaching change, hiring Craig Berube after parting ways with longtime head coach Sheldon Keefe, who was quickly scooped up by the New Jersey Devils—yet both have already found themselves on the hot seat in their new situations.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 29

2 Takeaways From Maple Leafs’ 5-1 Loss to Blues

It was another tough watch on the way to the end of a misery-filled regular season, as the Toronto Maple Leafs lost 5-1 to the St. Louis Blues on Saturday night.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 29

It’s easier to blow up the Maple Leafs than fix them

Each passing game seems to come with the reminder that the Toronto Maple Leafs aren’t a very good hockey team. Not having Auston Matthews makes things worse.

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NHL News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Maple Leafs Send Strong Messages Before Ducks Rematch

The Toronto Maple Leafs are heading into Monday’s matchup against the Anaheim Ducks with little left to play for in the standings but a lot to prove on the ice.

Bobby McMann News / NHL Trade Talk / March 29

Bobby McMann’s Heater Has Kraken Talking Big Extension

There’s no other way to say it — Bobby McMann has made himself some money. Not long ago, he was trying to hang onto a spot with the Toronto Maple Leafs, bouncing around the lineup, never quite settling in one place.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / March 29

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: McCabe, Berube, Woll & Gudas

The St. Louis Blues came out sharp and never let up, cruising to a 5-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs at Enterprise Center on Saturday. Dylan Holloway had a goal and an assist, while Jordan Kyrou, Robert Thomas, and Jake Neighbours each contributed two assists.

Auston Matthews News / The Hockey Writers / March 29

Insider Sends Clear Message to Fanbase on Matthews

It is easy to get caught up in the noise when the Toronto Maple Leafs are struggling, but Elliotte Friedman is telling everyone to take a breath. With the team out of the playoff hunt and trying to land a top-five draft pick this summer, the rumour mill has now shifted its focus to who is on their way out of Toronto.

Jacob Quillan News / TheLeafsnation / March 29

Jacob Quillan is feeling confident after registering first NHL point vs. Blues

It was another miserable night for the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday, falling 5-1 to the St. Louis Blues. Despite the loss, the team came away with one positive.

Craig Berube News / TheLeafsnation / March 29

Craig Berube on loss to Blues: ‘We had one player that showed up tonight and that was our goalie’

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube appears to be exasperated as the season comes to a close, following a 5-1 loss to the St. Louis Blues. It was a listless performance, where Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll was clearly the best player for his team.

Joseph Woll News / TheLeafsnation / March 29

3 takeaways from Leafs-Blues: A dismal power play sets the tone, Woll left alone on an island

There’s nothing to play for but pride, but the Toronto Maple Leafs submitted another dismal showing, falling 5-1 to the St. Louis Blues. Joseph Woll was Toronto’s best player by a massive margin, registering 33 saves.

Craig Berube News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / March 28

Craig Berube on the Leafs’ ugly loss in St. Louis: “We had one player who showed up… If you don’t have urgency, you’re letting that sweater down”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 5-1 loss to the St. Louis Blues, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 31-30-13. On the team’s lackadaisical performance: We had one player who showed up tonight, and that was our goalie.

William Nylander News / NHL Trade Talk / March 28