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Gavin McKenna confirms John Chayka traveled to Whitehorse to meet him, will meet again in coming weeks

The Toronto Maple Leafs will be one of many teams to watch at the upcoming NHL draft now that they have the first overall pick, an unprecedented turn of events considering where this team is supposed to be right now.

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Jackie Redmond believes Maple Leafs’ offseason still revolves around captain Auston Matthews

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ off-season has been a rollercoaster of emotions for fans of the club. The organization hired a new general manager, earned the

Gavin Mckenna News / Professor Press Box / June 5

Should the Maple Leafs Trade the 1st Overall Pick or Draft Gavin McKenna?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing a major decision at the top of the draft: stay put and select Gavin McKenna, or move the pick in a deal that addresses immediate roster needs.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 4

Canadiens nearly acquired Matthew Knies at NHL trade deadline

Around the trade deadline, it was reported that the Montreal Canadiens had completed a significant trade with an unidentified team; however, the other team was unable to file the trade by the 3 p.m.

Dylan Larkin trade request shows how far once-proud Red Wings have fallen

Assessing trade destinations for disgruntled Red Wings center Dylan Larkin

Four teams that could land Dylan Larkin in a blockbuster trade

Potential trade destinations for Oilers’ Darnell Nurse

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The '20-point Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the active NHL players to rack up at least 20 points in a single Stanley Cup Playoff run can you name in six minutes?

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 4

Maple Leafs Interview Dallas Eakins For Head Coaching Vacancy

The Toronto Maple Leafs interviewed former Anaheim Ducks and Edmonton Oilers head coach Dallas Eakins earlier this week, David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reports.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Matthew Knies News / Daily Faceoff / June 4

How the Canadiens nearly acquired Matthew Knies from the Maple Leafs

NHL insider David Pagnotta made a splash on Thursday’s edition of the DFO Rundown show with Irfaan Gaffar by revealing that the Montreal Canadiens nearly acquired Matthew Knies from the Toronto Maple Leafs ahead of this year’s trade deadline.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 4

Maple Leafs close to narrowing down coaching candidates

After dismissing previous head coach Craig Berube, new Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka is in the midst of his first major decision at the helm of one of the NHL’s most storied franchises.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / June 4

Jason Robertson Trade Talk Circles: Where Do the Maple Leafs Fit In?

The Dallas Stars’ situation with Jason Robertson continues to generate speculation. However, the most realistic outcome still looks fairly straightforward: Robertson signs a long-term extension in Dallas and remains a central piece of their core.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 4

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Roy, Danford, Matthews Waits & Leadership Signals

The Toronto Maple Leafs are spending the summer talking about change, evaluating options, and trying to thread the needle between “win now” and “fix what’s been broken for too long.” It’s a delicate balance, but for fans, it’s a bit of a heyday for speculation.

Auston Matthews News / Professor Press Box / June 4

Is Auston Matthews an Employee or a Hockey Thinker?

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ use of Auston Matthews under former head coach Craig Berube last season is raising questions about how the star forward will be deployed under a new coaching staff.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 4

Could the Maple Leafs Take a Chance on Former 44-Goal Scorer?

It’s widely expected that the Toronto Maple Leafs are going to make plenty of changes to the roster this summer, but to do that, creativity is going to be required.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 4

The Canucks are taking Gavin McKenna to dinner: Why it’s not a big deal for Maple Leafs

If you’re a Toronto Maple Leafs fan, you’ve probably spent the better part of the past month watching Gavin McKenna highlights. That’s not a sentence anybody expected to be published in 2026, but that’s the hand that the hockey gods have dealt the Leafs.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 4

Easton Cowan takes responsibility for costly turnover on Penguins game-winning goal during Marlies’ Game 4 loss

The American Hockey League’s Eastern Conference Final is knotted up at two games apiece. The Toronto Marlies fell 4-3 in Game 4 to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / June 4

Reliving the biggest “what ifs” from the Toronto Maple Leafs core four era

Over the years, the Toronto Maple Leafs have made numerous bad moves that have left the fans wondering “what if?” There are so many moves that look terrible in hindsight, such as leaving Jared McCann unprotected in the expansion draft, trading away Nazem Kadri, letting Zach Hyman walk in free agency, and much more.

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Gerard Gallant News / TheLeafsnation / June 4

Gerard Gallant believes Maple Leafs must improve defensively heading into next year

The Toronto Maple Leafs had their fair share of struggles during the 2025-26 season, and continue their search for their next head coach. Former NHL head

Max Domi News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Maple Leafs Linked to Rangers Center After Max Domi Injury News

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off a horrible 2025-26 season that saw the team fall to a 32-36-14 record and miss the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time in a decade.

Elliotte Friedman News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Elliotte Friedman Shares Key Update on Maple Leafs' Coaching Search

After hiring John Chayka as their new general manager, the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to search for a new head coach, with recent reports pointing to two veteran names under consideration for the job.

Vincent Trocheck News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 3

Maple Leafs Interested In Vincent Trocheck

After the news that center Max Domi would be out indefinitely after offseason surgery, the Toronto Maple Leafs have already begun perusing the trade market for a second-line center.

Matthew Knies News / Trade Talk Sports / June 3

Analyst Floats Matthew Knies to New Jersey for Two Defensemen

The Toronto Maple Leafs want and need to improve their blue line heading into 2026-27. The problem is that’s far easier said than done. Aside from Darren

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 3

Maple Leafs Explore Veteran Options as Coaching Search Intensifies

It isn’t a massive surprise that the Toronto Maple Leafs’ head coach search has seen a ton of rumors and interest in the job. Leading the Leafs is seen

Morgan Rielly News / TheLeafsnation / June 3

Maple Leafs shouldn’t be picky with trade return for Morgan Rielly

It’s time for the Toronto Maple Leafs to move on from Morgan Rielly and his $7 million cap hit. General manager John Chayka will be a very busy man over the course of the next few months, as significant roster changes are expected.

Craig Berube News / NHL Trade Talk / June 2

7 Things That Went Wrong Under Craig Berube

There’s been a growing sense that the Toronto Maple Leafs were a poor team trending in the wrong direction, rather than a solid team having a bad season (for one reason or another).

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 2

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Coaching Surprise, Marlies Battle & Re-thinking the Draft?

A lot is going on with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The coaching search continues to drift without a clear frontrunner. The organization’s American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Toronto Marlies, are grinding through a tough playoff series.

John Tavares News / The Hockey Writers / June 2

How Did John Tavares Get Dragged Into the David Carle Maple Leafs Debate?

There’s a funny habit that shows up whenever a young, successful coach gets linked to a big-market NHL job like Toronto. The conversation almost immediately stops being about hockey systems, tactics, or results — and starts drifting into personality theory.

Max Domi News / 6IX ON ICE / June 2

Analyzing the fallout of Max Domi’s injury and the Toronto Maple Leafs roster

Max Domi has had a rough start to his offseason. It was reported about a week ago that Domi will be out long-term. This came as a bit of an unexpected turn, as Domi was getting back surgery.