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Leafs lineup news: Villeneuve expected to make NHL debut vs. Panthers, Woll projected to start

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman William Villeneuve is projected to make his NHL debut against the Florida Panthers on Saturday. Villeneuve was called up earlier this week, but was listed as a healthy scratch for Thursday’s game against the New York Islanders.

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Doug MacLean believes Maple Leafs need to revamp D-core before they see better results

The Toronto Maple Leafs are three games away from an off-season that could bring seismic change if the club has their sights set on returning to the playoffs

NHL News / 6IX ON ICE / April 11

Why the Toronto Maple Leafs must lose to the Florida Panthers tonight

The Toronto Maple Leafs have not played a more important game than tonight’s against the Florida Panthers all year. There’s no way around it: tonight will massively shift Toronto’s odds of finishing in the bottom five and keeping their pick.

Craig Berube News / TheLeafsnation / April 11

Keeping Berube was a mistake, lottery pick update, and Bob Gainey: Leaflets

Three games to go. Hang in there, it’s almost over. I’m not sure if there is any other way to look at the Leafs season. There are a few nice moments like NHL debuts and first NHL points for AHLers but putting this team out of its misery seems to be in everyone’s best interest.

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The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / April 11

Maple Leafs Quick Hits: OEL, Haymes, Lorentz & Rielly

The Toronto Maple Leafs came out of Thursday night in New York with a 5–3 loss to the New York Islanders, but it wasn’t exactly a quiet night. Toronto got contributions up and down the lineup, some looks from the youngsters, and the usual mix of positives and frustrations that seem to follow them this time of year.

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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.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / April 10

Maple Leafs may have found their next offensive piece

Despite losing 3-5 to the New York Islanders on Thursday, the Toronto Maple Leafs got something out of the game and likely found a new offensive solution for the future.

Maple Leafs announce several roster moves

The next Maple Leafs GM: A tiered list of candidates

The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 10

Maple Leafs Face a Good Problem That Could Turn Costly

In short, Toronto has more goaltending pieces than roster spots, and that’s about to become a genuine headache. Jason Bukala’s chat on The FAN Hockey Show boils down to one clear point — good problems still need solving.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / April 10

Toronto Front Office Search Picking Up Steam

While the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to search for the team’s next General Manager, they appear to be closing in on their next President of Hockey Operations.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Akhtyamov, Cowan & Gillis GM Talks

Last night’s loss felt like a season slipping away in real time. The Toronto Maple Leafs dropped a 5-3 decision to the New York Islanders, but the scoreline flatters them.

John Tavares News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

John Tavares named Maple Leafs’ nominee for King Clancy Trophy

Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares was named the team’s nominee for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy on Friday. This award is presented annually to the player who best demonstrates leadership on and off the ice and who has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution within his community.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

Mike Johnson believes Maple Leafs need ‘longer-term rebuild’ to win Stanley Cup

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ on-ice product hasn’t been good enough this season, showcased by the club’s 32-32-14 record, which is good for second last in the National Hockey League’s Eastern Conference.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

David Amber Exposes the Maple Leafs’ Biggest Problem — And It’s Not the Goalies

I always enjoy listening to David Amber when he’s interviewed. There’s a reason he’s worth listening to when he talks hockey. It’s not just that he’s been around the game for years — it’s where he sits and who he sits with.

Easton Cowan News / 6IX ON ICE / April 10

Why Easton Cowan’s evolution is helping the Toronto Maple Leafs culture

Easton Cowan is on a mission this year. In the past few months, the Cowboy has changed his game from a soft, flashy rookie into a gritty, playmaking, tough SOB to play against.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

Chris Johnston: Marc Bergevin was only other candidate Leafs interviewed before hiring Treliving

President and CEO of Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment, Keith Pelley, appears set to take his time in finding the next head of hockey operations for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

Report: Maple Leafs very interested in Mike Gillis, set for second meeting with Keith Pelley

The Toronto Maple Leafs are keen on having Mike Gillis for a head office role and he is reportedly set to have a second meeting with MLSE CEO Keith Pelley, according to SDPN’s Chris Johnston.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

3 takeaways from Leafs-Islanders: Akhtyamov gets the only passing grade, Villeneuve inexplicably scratched

It is perhaps an overly simplistic summary, but Artur Akhtyamov is the only player who showed up for the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday night. Akhtyamov made his first NHL start and was thrown into the fire, making 39 stops in a 5-3 loss to the New York Islanders.

Luke Haymes News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / April 9

Game Review: AA gets shelled, a solid Leafs debut for Luke Haymes, and Berube still doesn’t understand the assignment

On paper, this set up as one of the Maple Leafs’ more interesting games in weeks, given their place in the standings. Due to injury, the Leafs were forced to call up four players from the Marlies, so the idea of at least getting a look at some different players offered some intrigue for the […]

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 10

Maple Leafs announce several roster moves

Earlier this afternoon the Toronto Maple Leafs shared several roster moves: Benoit-Olivier Groulx has been assigned to the AHL’s Toronto Marlies, while a number of players have been recalled from the farm club on an emergency basis.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 9

Why the Maple Leafs’ 'Quick Fix' Plan Won’t Work

Will a small Maple Leafs retool be enough to get the team back into the playoffs? Short answer? Probably not. But it’s worth walking through why that feels right—and where a smaller fix might still help a little.

Morgan Rielly News / NHL Trade Talk / April 9

Morgan Rielly Ready If Maple Leafs Ask About a Trade

If the Toronto Maple Leafs were hoping to trade defenseman Morgan Rielly this offseason, that challenge just got a lot more difficult. Rielly spoke about his desire to stay with the team and his loyalty to the franchise, ultimately hinting that he’s not about to waive his no-move clause.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 9

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Carlo, Joshua, Stolarz, Woll & Berube’s System

It was a tough night for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Not just because they lost 4-0 to the Washington Capitals, but because they offered almost nothing offensively.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / April 9

The next Maple Leafs GM: A tiered list of candidates

It’s hockey’s ultimate dream job and nightmare job rolled into one. Virtually every NHL team architect considers the Toronto Maple Leafs GM chair a prestigious position.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 8

Maple Leafs Reassign Luke Haymes, William Villeneuve

The Maple Leafs assigned forward Luke Haymes and defenseman William Villeneuve to AHL Toronto on Wednesday morning, per a team announcement. There’s a good chance these moves will be reversed later today.

Sunny Mehta News / Yardbarker / April 5

Surprising name emerges as candidate for Maple Leafs' GM job

A surprising name has emerged in recent hours as a possible successor to Brad Treliving as general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs: Sunny Mehta, an assistant general manager with the Florida Panthers.

Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies shares 'weird' experience after loss to Kings

Maple Leafs forward receives blunt assessment from HC Craig Berube

Maple Leafs' Craig Berube makes roster move that hints at rebuild plans

The 'Multiple 50-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Morgan Rielly News / Yardbarker / April 4

Morgan Rielly sends message to Maple Leafs after playoff elimination

Morgan Rielly sends strong message to Maple Leafs after early playoff elimination

Perhaps a scenario that not many had on their bingo card before the start of the 2025-26 NHL season was the Toronto Maple Leafs being eliminated from playoff contention this early.

Leafs’ next GM will have big roster decisions to make

Maple Leafs' Craig Berube makes roster move that hints at rebuild plans

Maple Leafs forward receives blunt assessment from HC Craig Berube

The 'Multiple 50-goal NHL seasons' quiz