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Watch the fluky way Maple Leafs’ William Nylander got injured on Thursday

The biggest news going into Thursday was the showdown between the Toronto Maple Leafs and former Leaf Mitch Marner. But the Leafs got more critical news, as William Nylander sustained a lower-body injury in the strangest way possible.

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Berube laments Maple Leafs’ mistakes in third period vs. Golden Knights: ‘We didn’t finish ’em off’

The Toronto Maple Leafs dropped a second straight game on Thursday, falling 6-5 to the Vegas Golden Knights in overtime. Scoring two quick goals in the first period, the Leafs held onto the lead for nearly the whole game, responding each time the Golden Knights got back within one.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 16

Auston Matthews frustrated Maple Leafs let one slip away against Golden Knights

The first ‘Matthews/Marner Bowl’ took place Thursday night, as the Toronto Maple Leafs continued their road trip against the Vegas Golden Knights, and while there were some flashes of brilliance from the buds in this one, the Leafs weren’t able to hold on to multiple leads, losing the highly anticipated contest 6-5 in overtime.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / January 16

Maple Leafs Stock Report: Matthews, Tavares, Rielly & More

In Toronto, a single week can flip the conversation around a player. That’s just how it goes. In this new series, the Toronto Maple Leafs Stock Report looks at whose stock is up and whose is down.

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The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 16

Toronto Marlies goaltender Artur Akhtyamov named to 2026 AHL All-Star Classic

Toronto Marlies goaltender Artur Akhtyamov was named to the 2026 American Hockey League All-Star Classic on Thursday. The festivities take place from Feburary

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

William Nylander News / Athlon Sports / January 16

Maple Leafs Coach Speaks Out After William Nylander's 'Hard' Injury

The Toronto Maple Leafs opened Thursday night in Las Vegas with strong early momentum against the Vegas Golden Knights, building a two-goal lead five minutes into the game at T-Mobile Arena.

NHL News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / January 16

Game Review: Maple Leafs throw away a point in maddening OT loss to Vegas

The storylines fixated on Mitch Marner, but lost amid all that drama was the fact that the Maple Leafs needed to keep pace with the rest of the East tonight. All of Buffalo, Pittsburgh, the Islanders, Boston, and Columbus won, while the Leafs pissed away a point in several heartbreaking ways, blowing 2-0, 3-1, 4-2, […]

Craig Berube News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / January 16

Craig Berube on the Leafs’ frustrating OT loss in Vegas: “We can’t give up that 2-on-1 in the third, and there is no need for that penalty, either”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 5-4 overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 23-16-8. On where the game got away from the team after holding a two-goal lead multiple times: Just a couple of mistakes in the third.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 15

Leafs’ Austin Matthews frustrated about frequency of questions about Mitch Marner

As the Toronto Maple Leafs and Vegas Golden Knights square off for the first time this season on Thursday, it doesn’t take a diehard hockey fan to recognize the narrative of the game: Mitch Marner’s first game against his old team.

William Nylander News / TheLeafsnation / January 15

Maple Leafs’ William Nylander ruled out vs. Golden Knights with lower-body injury

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander left Thursday’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period, and will not return due to a lower-body injury.

Dougie Hamilton News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15

Time for the Maple Leafs to Chase Dougie Hamilton? Think Again

There’s been some noise about the Maple Leafs going after Dougie Hamilton. Sure, he looks good on paper—big, right-handed, can light up the scoreboard and the power play.

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NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 15

‘It’s gonna be fun playing against him’: Leafs’ Matthews on matchup against Marner

Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner may still be good friends, even after the winger’s departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs last summer, but that doesn’t mean Matthews won’t enjoy playing against him.

Mitch Marner News / TheLeafsnation / January 15

Brian Burke believes Mitch Marner deserves a welcome reception during 1st game back in Toronto

Former NHL executive Brian Burke believes that Mitch Marner’s first game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena is a huge deal for everyone involved.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 15

Leafs lineup news: Knies absent from morning skate, Woll projected to start vs. Golden Knights

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll is projected to start Thursday’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Marner, Hamilton, Stecher & Cirque du Soleil

The Toronto Maple Leafs roll into Las Vegas tonight to face the Vegas Golden Knights, knowing full well how loud this game might become. The building will be noisy, the storylines noisier, and the emotions far from neutral.

Anthony Stolarz News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

Stolarz’s Name Pops Up in Recent Trade Board Speculation

Anthony Stolarz was expected to be a key part of what the Toronto Maple Leafs were trying to accomplish as a playoff contender this season. Signed to a new deal, the Maple Leafs wanted him to compete for the starter spot and show that a somewhat risky contract extension investment was the right decision.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / January 15

Checking in on the Toronto Maple Leafs top prospects at the midway mark of the season

For the Toronto Maple Leafs, the art of taking talented youngsters and developing them into effective contributors in the NHL has never been easy, but their current crop of players does present an intriguing mix of the present and the future.

Bobby McMann News / The Hockey Writers / January 15

Bobby McMann’s Gesture Says Everything About Maple Leafs Hockey

There are moments in hockey that remind you that Toronto Maple Leafs’ hockey is not just a game. It’s a community and a connection. Sometimes, there’s a shared heartbeat between players and the people who cheer for them every night.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 15

Report: Maple Leafs are keen on extending pending UFA Scott Laughton

The Toronto Maple Leafs would reportedly like to sign forward Scott Laughton to a contract extension, according to The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta. “ I don’t believe contract talks have started yet, but they would like to keep Scott Laughton beyond this season,” Pagnotta said during an appearance on DFO Rundown on Wednesday.

Auston Matthews News / Daily Faceoff / January 14

What changed in Auston Matthews game amidst return to form?

The Toronto Maple Leafs captain is finding his groove at a crucial point of the season, and the team is welcoming it. Auston Matthews had a rough start to the 2025-26 campaign.

William Nylander News / NHL Trade Talk / January 14

The William Nylander Experience Is Wearing on One Analyst

Nothing sums up William Nylander quite like the last two nights. Monday, on the first night of a back-to-back in Colorado against the powerhouse Avalanche, he looked tremendous, tallying two points, including the overtime winner.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / January 14

How the Toronto Maple Leafs found their new identity mid-season

It has been a roller coaster through the first half of the season. Even prior, the offseason carried its own sense of dread. The Toronto Maple Leafs floundered through the autumn schedule, often unable to string two strong periods together.

Dougie Hamilton News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 15

Toronto Maple Leafs linked to Dougie Hamilton

According to a new report from The Fourth Period, the Toronto Maple Leafs are interested in acquiring Dougie Hamilton from the New Jersey Devils. There is some ambiguity in the reasoning behind the report, though it stands to reason that the Maple Leafs could benefit from a defenseman of Hamilton’s archetype.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / January 13

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Soft Deadline

Luke Fox of Sportsnet: Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann is one of the team’s leading goal scorers this season. The 29-year-old is pending UFA. He’s been inconsistent throughout his NHL career, which is one of the reasons the Leafs didn’t extend him this offseason.

Anthony Stolarz News / Athlon Sports / January 13

Maple Leafs Coach Shares Anthony Stolarz Injury Update Amid Trade Speculation

The Toronto Maple Leafs may be close to getting veteran goaltender Anthony Stolarz back in the fold, according to comments made by head coach Craig Berube before Monday’s game in Colorado.

Dakota Mermis News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 12

Maple Leafs Assign Dakota Mermis On Conditioning Loan

The Maple Leafs announced they’ve assigned defenseman Dakota Mermis to AHL Toronto on a conditioning loan. Since he is on long-term injured reserve, his