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Are Marlies Using Smoke & Mirrors? Win Game 1 of East Final

Are Marlies Using Smoke & Mirrors? Win Game 1 of East Final

I don’t know what you would call the Toronto Marlies’ game plan during the 2026 AHL playoffs — smoke and mirrors, rope-a-dope, or something else entirely.

Morgan Rielly News / NHL Trade Talk / May 28
Insider Says Maple Leafs Top Defenseman 'Softening' On Earlier Trade Stance

Insider Says Maple Leafs Top Defenseman 'Softening' On Earlier Trade Stance

According to Chris Johnston of The Athletic, Morgan Rielly may be reconsidering his stance on never being traded by the Toronto Maple Leafs. Previously believed to be a player who would shoot down any notion of him leaving Toronto, that may no longer be the case, reports the NHL insider.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / May 28

Toronto Maple Leafs News and Updates

The Toronto Maple Leafs seem to be in the news every day. Not bad for a team that didn’t qualify for the playoffs. The most recent news is that Jay Woodcroft is expected to interview for the Maple Leafs head coaching vacancy this week.

Gavin Mckenna News / The Hockey Writers / May 28
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Marlies, Draft Philosophy & McKenna’s Comments

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Marlies, Draft Philosophy & McKenna’s Comments

The Toronto Maple Leafs may be deep into the offseason conversation, but there is no shortage of stories surrounding the organization. From the Toronto

Colorado Avalanche News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz

The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least 300 goals in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most Stanley Cup Playoff goals' quiz
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The 'Last playoff-goals leader by team' quiz
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 28
McDavid, Matthews Not 100% Committed to Oilers, Maple Leafs for Next Season Yet

McDavid, Matthews Not 100% Committed to Oilers, Maple Leafs for Next Season Yet

Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews have always had a lot of power with their teams, and that’s never been more the case than right now. As both superstars face somewhat uncertain futures with the Oilers and Maple Leafs beyond their current contracts, everyone around the league is keeping a close eye on how things are going in Edmonton and Toronto.

NHL News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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.

Artur Akhtyamov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 28
Maple Leafs rumors: Artur Akhtyamov’s AHL emergence complicates Toronto’s offseason plans

Maple Leafs rumors: Artur Akhtyamov’s AHL emergence complicates Toronto’s offseason plans

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ goaltending struggled in 2025-26, with Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz combining for 65 starts and both posting save percentages below .900.

Troy Stecher News / TheLeafsnation / May 28
Troy Stecher reflects on 2025-26 season, expresses desire to remain with Maple Leafs

Troy Stecher reflects on 2025-26 season, expresses desire to remain with Maple Leafs

In a season that was filled with great anger and disappointment, Toronto Maple Leafs’ defenceman Troy Stecher did all he could to bring some life and energy

Michael Pezzetta News / TheLeafsnation / May 28
Michael Pezzetta plays hero as Marlies take Game 1 on the road in AHL’s Eastern Conference Finals

Michael Pezzetta plays hero as Marlies take Game 1 on the road in AHL’s Eastern Conference Finals

The Toronto Marlies’ late-game heroics continued into Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Wednesday night, powering the Marlies to a 4-2 win over Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 28
The Maple Leafs’ Interview Process Could Matter More Than the Hiring Itself

The Maple Leafs’ Interview Process Could Matter More Than the Hiring Itself

Earlier this week, Chris Pronger mentioned on OverDrive that he spoke with MLSE during their search for a president of hockey operations role. He said

Gavin Mckenna News / TheLeafsnation / May 28
Gavin McKenna says he would be honoured if Maple Leafs drafted him first overall

Gavin McKenna says he would be honoured if Maple Leafs drafted him first overall

Gavin McKenna said he would be thrilled if he heard his name called when the Toronto Maple Leafs make their selection with the first overall pick at next month’s NHL Entry Draft.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / May 28
The Leafs need puck-moving defensemen. Here are some they could target

The Leafs need puck-moving defensemen. Here are some they could target

There are many different paths toward fixing the broken Toronto Maple Leafs. New GM John Chayka and executive senior advisor Mats Sundin are only beginning to understand them.

Tinus Luc Koblar News / The Hockey Writers / May 28
Maple Leafs Prospect Koblar Taking Major Strides at World Hockey Championship

Maple Leafs Prospect Koblar Taking Major Strides at World Hockey Championship

The Toronto Maple Leafs are well represented at the World Hockey Championships, with John Tavares and Morgan Rielly suiting up for Canada and Oliver Ekman-Larsson captaining Sweden.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 28
Report: Maple Leafs will entertain trade offers for first overall pick, unlikely to move it

Report: Maple Leafs will entertain trade offers for first overall pick, unlikely to move it

The Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly will entertain trade offers for the first overall pick but are more likely to retain it, according to The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun.

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The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz
 The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz
The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz
 The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz
The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz
 The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz
The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz
 The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz
Jay Woodcroft News / TheLeafsnation / May 28
Report: Maple Leafs granted permission to speak with Jay Woodcroft about head coach vacancy

Report: Maple Leafs granted permission to speak with Jay Woodcroft about head coach vacancy

The Toronto Maple Leafs have reportedly been granted permission to speak with Anaheim Ducks assistant coach Jay Woodcroft, according to The Leafs Nation’s Nick Alberga.

Gavin Mckenna News / The Hockey Writers / May 28
McKenna Would Be Honoured to Be Maple Leafs’ First Overall Selection

McKenna Would Be Honoured to Be Maple Leafs’ First Overall Selection

It may be exactly what he is supposed to say as the potential number one pick in the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft, but on Wednesday night Gavin McKenna spoke to the TSN panel on the potential of being the first overall selection come June’s draft.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / May 27
Maple Leafs Coaching Search Heats Up as Unexpected Front-Runner Emerges

Maple Leafs Coaching Search Heats Up as Unexpected Front-Runner Emerges

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ search for their next head coach took a significant step forward Wednesday, with Anaheim Ducks assistant Jay Woodcroft scheduled to interview for the position this week.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / May 27
Good-bye and Thanks to Maple Leafs Calle Järnkrok

Good-bye and Thanks to Maple Leafs Calle Järnkrok

It’s easy in hockey to only talk about what’s next — the next trade, the next contract, the next lineup decision. But sometimes it’s worth pausing on the players who were just… there.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / May 27
The Oddity of Being a Maple Leafs Fan Watching Vegas Win

The Oddity of Being a Maple Leafs Fan Watching Vegas Win

Being a Toronto Maple Leafs fan has always come with a particular emotional tax, but every so often, the league presents a scenario that pushes that feeling into something even harder to define.

Troy Stecher News / NHL Trade Talk / May 27
Maple Leafs Surprisingly Successful Defenseman Wants to Return Next Season

Maple Leafs Surprisingly Successful Defenseman Wants to Return Next Season

Troy Stecher says he’s hoping he’ll return to the Toronto Maple Leafs next season, but is aware that things might not pan out, given how much change the organization has gone through, and will go through this offseason.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 27
Will Marner’s Jabs at Maple Leafs Turn into a Kadri Knockout Punch?

Will Marner’s Jabs at Maple Leafs Turn into a Kadri Knockout Punch?

Few people are happier today than Mitch Marner. Following the Vegas Golden Knights’ sweep of the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday, the ex-Toronto Maple Leafs forward is glowing, given he’s moving on to the Stanley Cup Final.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 27
Report: Artur Akhtyamov’s stellar AHL playoffs could influence Maple Leafs’ goaltending plans this offseason

Report: Artur Akhtyamov’s stellar AHL playoffs could influence Maple Leafs’ goaltending plans this offseason

For as much as the Toronto Maple Leafs’ goaltending took a step back in 2025-26, their depth at the position currently remains a surplus. Anthony Stolarz

John Tavares News / Trade Talk Sports / May 27
John Tavares Still Miffed Over Maple Leafs’ Disastrous 2025-26 Season

John Tavares Still Miffed Over Maple Leafs’ Disastrous 2025-26 Season

The Toronto Maple Leafs 2025-26 season went about as poorly as they could have expected. Injuries, underperformance, and—even though they don’t like to admit it—the absence of Mitch Marner all culminated in the Maple Leafs missing the playoffs by a landslide for the first time since 2015-16.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / May 26
Should the Toronto Maple Leafs consider trading down from the No. 1 Pick?

Should the Toronto Maple Leafs consider trading down from the No. 1 Pick?

Why wouldn’t the Toronto Maple Leafs consider trading down if they don’t view Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg way above the defensemen? 

Did Mitch Marner just take a shot at William Nylander and the Maple Leafs?
Penguins feel Evgeni Malkin proved his worth, earned new contract
2026 NHL Draft Hub: Scouting reports, rankings, interviews and so much more
Here’s what a hockey World Cup would look like in a 48-team FIFA format
The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / May 25
Report: Leafs’ Matthews had ‘positive meeting’ with Chayka, Sundin over Zoom

Report: Leafs’ Matthews had ‘positive meeting’ with Chayka, Sundin over Zoom

The Toronto Maple Leafs are taking steps to help Auston Matthews return to his best for the 2026-27 season, even as rumors swirl around his potential future

Max Domi News / Daily Faceoff / May 25
Leafs’ Domi out indefinitely ‘due to complications arising’ from offseason surgery

Leafs’ Domi out indefinitely ‘due to complications arising’ from offseason surgery

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Monday that forward Max Domi will be out indefinitely due to complications arising from an offseason surgery. According to a statement released by the team, Domi had been undergoing surgery to address an issue he had been playing through during the 2025-26 season.

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