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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.

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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.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 / 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.

Connor McDavid News / Sporting News / September 17

Toronto monitoring Connor McDavid contract situation

Maple Leafs ready to pounce if McDavid becomes available

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

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / September 17

Brad Treliving on Auston Matthews’ health & mindset ahead of the new season: “There is a seriousness to him… He looks great physically and is in a great spot mentally”

On the first day of 2025 training camp, Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving joined TSN Overdrive to discuss expectations for Auston Matthews entering his second year as captain, the first training camp without Brendan Shanahan at the helm, the ongoing search for top-six right wing help, and much more.

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.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / September 17

5 takeaways from Maple Leafs’ training camp media day

A season full of change is now underway for the Toronto Maple Leafs, as the team held their training camp media availabilities at the Ford Performance Centre on Wednesday.

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

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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.

Anthony Stolarz News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Maple Leafs GM Gives Cautious Update on Anthony Stolarz’s Contract Situation

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving addressed the media on the verge of training camp and discussed the pending extension of goaltender Anthony Stolarz, among other topics, on Wednesday.

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 / 6IX ON ICE / September 17

Expectations for the each Toronto Maple Leafs forward heading into 2025-26

As always, expectations are sky high for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and everyone in the organization has their sights set on breaking the 58-year-long Stanley Cup drought and bringing a ring back to Toronto for the first time since 1967.

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.

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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.