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Maple Leafs’ Anthony Stolarz wants to complete contract extension before season starts

As training camp gets underway, Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz is feeling good as he gears up for a big year. Entering the final season of a two-year deal, the netminder is in talks with the team to get an extension done to stay in Toronto past next summer.

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Maple Leafs Practice Report: 1st of the season

Hockey season is now back with the first Leafs practice of training camp. There were two main groups on the ice today out of the 73 on the roster. Steven

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Maple Leafs Bring Back Retired Defenseman on Front Office Role

Mark Giordano’s long playing career has ended, but his connection to the Toronto Maple Leafs is just beginning anew. General manager Brad Treliving confirmed Wednesday that the 41-year-old former defenseman will join the Leafs organization in a role with their AHL affiliate, the Toronto Marlies.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / September 18

Insights on the new era of the Toronto Maple Leafs from training camp

The Leafs training camp is beginning to open, the first breaths of a new season upon us. As such, the media circus of a Leafs season has begun as well.

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The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Auston Matthews Signals New Maple Leafs Era After Mitch Marner's Exit

The Toronto Maple Leafs opened training camp without Mitch Marner for the first time in nearly a decade, and captain Auston Matthews made it clear the focus has shifted to this season.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / September 18

4 Maple Leafs Storylines After Training Camp Roster Announcement

The Toronto Maple Leafs recently released their 2025-26 training camp roster, signalling the unofficial start to the season with the preseason on the horizon.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pension Plan Puppets / September 18

Who are the Leafs now?

On the opening day of training camp for the Leafs, Brad Treliving said something that got little notice. He suggested that the Leafs aren't looking to score more goals, but to allow fewer.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / September 18

Maple Leafs Captain Eager To Start New Season

The Toronto Maple Leafs will look a little different in their home opener on October 8 against the Montreal Canadiens, but their captain, Auston Matthews, is excited to get started.

Matias Maccelli News / TheLeafsnation / September 18

Why Matias Maccelli is the favourite to become Leafs’ 1st-line right wing

There’s a clear opening on the Toronto Maple Leafs’ first line and now it’s a matter of seizing the opportunity. Matias Maccelli appears to be the favourite to emerge as the right wing on a line featuring Matthew Knies and Auston Matthews.

NHL News / FirstSportz / September 18

Auston Matthews Admits It Was 'Tough' to Part Ways With 'Friend for Life' Mitch Marner After His $96 Million Deal

On Wednesday, Auston Matthews once again commented on the departure of Mitch Marner from the Toronto Maple Leafs. The forward admitted that it was “tough” to part ways with him and dubbed him “friend for life.“ Marner joined the Maple Leafs in 2016 and formed a long partnership with Matthews.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 18

Maple Leafs have ‘unmistakably light mood’ heading into 2025-26, per insider

The Toronto Maple Leafs suffered another brutal playoff exit back in May. Toronto went up 2-0 in their second round series with the Florida Panthers. However, they went on to lose this series in seven games.

Brad Treliving News / NHL Trade Talk / September 17

Treliving Eyeing Trade, But Rules Out Controversial Forward

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving has confirmed that finding another top-six forward remains a priority as the team continues preparations for the 2025–26 season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / September 17

Maple Leafs underdog at risk of losing his spot despite elite numbers

The Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing for the 2025-26 season, and although they have been involved in much trade speculation, some solutions could already be on the roster.

Maple Leafs defenseman could assume new role with Toronto next season

How a trade with Penguins could solve Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner problem

Maple Leafs may not need to look far for Marner replacement

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?

The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz

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The 'Active three-TD catch NFL games' quiz

The '450-passing yards, three touchdowns in a loss' quiz

The 'NFL's three-passing TD game leaders' quiz

The 'FBS animal teams' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / September 17

Maple Leafs’ 2025-26 Training Camp Roster Announced

Well, it is that time of year again. NHL training camps opened today with media availabilities, physicals, and for the final time, fitness testing. Today, NHL teams also released their training camp rosters in preparation for on-ice activities that are set to start in the next 48 hours.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Maple Leafs GM Provides Update on Team's Biggest Roster Need

The Toronto Maple Leafs began training camp with general manager Brad Treliving making it clear that the roster is still a work in progress. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Treliving admitted the franchise continues to search for a top-six forward following Mitch Marner’s departure to the Vegas Golden Knights.

Mitch Marner News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Maple Leafs Coach Drops Blunt Take on 'Core Four' Era Following Mitch Marner’s Exit

The Toronto Maple Leafs opened training camp on Wednesday without Mitch Marner for the first time in nearly a decade, and new head coach Craig Berube offered a blunt, lighthearted take on the change.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / September 17

Maple Leafs officially announce 2025 training camp roster

Ahead of Thursday’s on-ice session, the Toronto Maple Leafs officially announced their 2025 training camp roster. It will be a busy camp, as 44 forwards, 23 defencemen and six goaltenders have been invited to training camp.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Maple Leafs Announce Disappointing Top-Six Forward News Before NHL Training Camp

The Toronto Maple Leafs opened training camp Wednesday with an immediate setback, as general manager Brad Treliving confirmed an injury to one of Toronto's top-six forwards.

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 17

Maple Leafs may not need to look far for Mitch Marner replacement

The Toronto Maple Leafs face a challenge following Mitch Marner’s move to Las Vegas — but the answer might already be on the roster.

Matias Maccelli says his motivation is the highest it’s ever been upon joining Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs star makes bold contract demand, but deal not yet close

Maple Leafs defenseman could assume new role with Toronto next season

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?

The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / September 17

Maple Leafs New Roster Puzzle: Too Many Bottom-Six Players?

Last year, the Toronto Maple Leafs were constantly patching holes, especially in the bottom six. Injuries and lineup shifts meant they were juggling who could fill spots, and it showed in uneven performances.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / September 17

Leafs’ Auston Matthews ‘feeling really good’ about health heading into camp

The star in The Six has a positive outlook on his health. When speaking to the media on Wednesday, Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews was asked about his status heading into training camp.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / September 17

Brad Treliving sees opportunity for Easton Cowan to make Maple Leafs roster this season

Toronto Maple Leafs training camp is officially underway and there’s one London Knights alum whose name will be stealing headlines over the next month.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 17

Maple Leafs hiring signals end of playing career for veteran defender

After going unsigned for 2024-25, veteran defender Mark Giordano appears to be putting a bow on his playing career.

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?

The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz

Max Domi News / Daily Faceoff / September 17

Leafs’ Max Domi out day-to-day with lower-body injury

It’s definitely hockey season when we talk about injuries. During the team’s media day on Wednesday, Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving stated that forward Max Domi will not be a full participant at the beginning of training camp due to a lower-body injury.