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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Chayka, Cowan & Finding the Final Piece?

John Chayka has wasted little time putting his stamp on the Toronto Maple Leafs. In just one offseason, the new general manager has reshaped the roster, changed the front office, and made it clear that Toronto is trying to build a different kind of hockey team.

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Could the Maple Leafs Win Without Any Stars?

When you’re building a winner in the NHL, it’s not like you can just buy a bunch of superstars anymore—because paying for individual excellence gets expensive fast.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 26

3 trade candidates as Maple Leafs’ offseason continues

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka is going for it these next two seasons, as win-now mode is alive and well. While he’s already made significant changes to the Leafs’ roster, ahead of training camps opening in September, Chayka likely has another move, or two, up his sleeve.

Morgan Rielly News / Professor Press Box / July 25

Maple Leafs Trade Morgan Rielly to Ducks? Not If You Think About It

Every summer, hockey fans start playing general manager. Someone looks at a team’s salary cap situation, finds a player who might fit somewhere else, and suddenly a trade proposal appears that seems to solve everyone’s problems.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Mitch Marner News / NHL Trade Talk / July 25

The Villain of the Newest Ferris and Maple Leafs Dispute?

The Mitch Marner vs. the Toronto Maple Leafs epic grew even weirder last week. Although it seemed as if things had been put to bed after Marner’s strong postseason play with the Vegas Golden Knights, the issue came up again.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Bobby McMann News / Professor Press Box / July 25

If Only the Maple Leafs Had Thought Longer About Bobby McMann

There are some players you lose, shrug your shoulders, and move on. Then there are the ones who make you wonder a few years later, "What if we'd just been a little more patient?" Bobby McMann might end up in that second category.

Artur Akhtyamov News / NHL Trade Talk / July 25

Maple Leafs Have Found Their Goalie of the Future: Now What?

Artur Akhtyamov’s Calder Cup breakout is the kind of performance that instantly makes people ask: could this be the next big Toronto Maple Leafs goalie?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 25

Why there’s genuine optimism towards the Maple Leafs’ prospect pool for 1st time in recent memory

We’re into the dog days of summer, which naturally lends itself to daydreaming about the future. And for the first in recent memory, the Toronto Maple Leafs’ prospect pool is a source of genuine optimism and excitement.

Gavin Mckenna News / Professor Press Box / July 25

Can the Maple Leafs Have It Both Ways With Gavin McKenna?

One of the most interesting storylines heading into the Maple Leafs’ 2026-27 season may not be a trade or a free-agent signing. It could be how the organization handles Gavin McKenna.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / July 25

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Perron Fits, But McKenna Decision Could Shape Toronto’s Future

The Toronto Maple Leafs have spent much of this offseason trying to change the identity of the hockey club. New general manager John Chayka didn’t sit around waiting for answers to appear.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 25

How Brandon Duhaime’s signing could impact Steven Lorentz’s spot on Maple Leafs

Steven Lorentz was the latest example of an Ontario-born NHLer who grew up in the Toronto area joining his childhood team and fulfilling a longtime dream in the process.

John Chayka News / The Hockey Writers / July 25

4 Changes That Could Decide Whether John Chayka Saved the Maple Leafs

When John Chayka was hired as general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, few expected the pace at which he would reshape the organization. Previous Leafs general managers often spent months, or even an entire season, evaluating the roster before making significant changes.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / July 25

What Are the Maple Leafs Actually Rebuilding?

I understand why some Maple Leafs fans hear “rebuild on the fly” and immediately get suspicious. After all, we’ve heard a lot of hopeful words over the years.

Max Domi News / TheLeafsnation / July 25

Injury paranoia and the Domi fit: Leaflets

Another week, another round of small announcements. There are some recognizable names among the announcements. Chris Bourque was an AHL legend. In theory, no one should know the league better.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

3 Players Who Could Surprisingly Make the Maple Leafs’ Opening Night Roster

The Toronto Maple Leafs look like an almost completely different team heading towards the 2026-27 season. With Gavin McKenna stepping into their top-six

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / July 24

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Duhaime’s Grit & Boudreau’s Biggest Critique

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a very busy summer, and if there is one thing that stands out, it is that this is not the same team that finished last season.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 24

Three bargain free agents Maple Leafs should still have on their radar

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka has put his fingerprints all over his roster heading into next season. Chayka hasn’t wasted any time since taking over for Brad Treliving, completing significant trades, adding via free agency, and ensuring the 2026-27 roster is full of new talent.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHLFanCentral / July 24

Maple Leafs’ playoff hopes questioned as former head coach makes troubling forecast

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a lot to prove in the 2026 season. After all, they missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016. In case they are looking

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 24

Jack Campbell refers to his time with Maple Leafs as ‘the greatest time of my life’

Former Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Jack Campbell had nothing but nice things to say about his three-year tenure donning the Blue and White. The 2022 All-Star recently announced his retirement from hockey after a 15-year career split between the Leafs, Dallas Stars, Los Angeles Kings, and Edmonton Oilers.