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On YouTubeToronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / April 5
Why Maple Leafs Fans Should Appreciate Johnny Toronto
I get the knee-jerk takes. Signing John Tavares was once framed as the move that doomed a Toronto Maple Leafs dynasty before it could bloom. In the early days of his time with the Maple Leafs, he was an easy villain, a foil for every missed playoff run.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 5
Forget Feelings—Here’s How the Leafs Will Make Decisions Now
There’s a little theatre to organizational language — a phrase here, a slogan there — that tells you more about what’s coming than any press release. When Keith Pelley said the Toronto Maple Leafs’ future would be “data-centric” and “evidence-based,” that wasn’t spin.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 5
3 Surprising GM Candidates for the Maple Leafs
As of Saturday night, the Toronto Maple Leafs have not yet asked anyone for permission to speak with candidates in their search for a new GM. Still, there is plenty of speculation about whom the Leafs and MLSE President, Keith Pelley, might want to talk to when the search for a new GM begins.
The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / April 5
At Least Give the Maple Leafs Credit for Their Pushback
There’s a perverse charm to games like last night’s: they’re messy, loud, and full of contradictions. You walk away thinking two things at once—this Toronto Maple Leafs team can score in piles, and this team can be carved up in equal measure.
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup
In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 5
What the Maple Leafs Should Salvage From the Shanaplan
There’s something almost noble about former Toronto Maple Leafs president Brendan Shanahan’s “Shanaplan,” even if it became a caricature in the end. It wasn’t tidy or infallible, but it had a logic.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / April 5
Leafs need to be prepared in case 2026-27 season falls apart
The Toronto Maple Leafs‘ 2025-26 season was a disaster, as the team was mathematically eliminated from contention for the Stanley Cup Playoffs earlier this week.
Craig Berube News / TheLeafsnation / April 5
Craig Berube frustrated with Maple Leafs’ defensive zone coverage vs. Kings
The Toronto Maple Leafs visited the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, in what was one of the crazier games they’ve been in this season. It was a track meet against the Kings, and Craig Berube’s hockey club couldn’t hold onto a lead, eventually losing 7-6 in overtime.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 5
If Maple Leafs are looking at Mike Gillis, it should be for President of Hockey Operations role
The year was 2023, the Kyle Dubas era had just ended, and it was an exciting time for the Toronto Maple Leafs as they could boldly cut a new path and cash out on a lineup that kept them competitive throughout the regular season but consistently fell flat in the playoffs.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 5
3 takeaways from Leafs-Kings: Tavares hits 30 goals for 8th time, Knies’ best game since Olympic break
It’s an unenviable position to be in, but it’s entirely by their own design: the Toronto Maple Leafs ended up stuck in the middle, losing 7-6 in an overtime thriller to the Los Angeles Kings.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 5
Friedman: Sunny Mehta expected to be a target as Maple Leafs GM
The Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly have their eyes set on Florida Panthers assistant GM Sunny Mehta as a target to replace former GM Brad Treliving, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 4
Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies shares 'weird' experience after loss to Kings
Toronto Maple Leafs winger Matthew Knies shared a "weird" experience he had during Saturday's 7-6 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Kings.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / April 4
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.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / April 4
Maple Leafs forward receives blunt assessment from HC Craig Berube
The Finnish forward has recorded 14 goals and 23 assists for 37 points in 65 games played.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / April 4
Maple Leafs' Craig Berube makes roster move that hints at rebuild plans
The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially been eliminated from the NHL playoffs this season, and their final six games can be used as a testing ground. That is at least what the head coach Craig Berube's latest roster move suggests.
Easton Cowan News / Professor Press Box / April 4
If Only the Maple Leafs Had a Youth Line for Easton Cowan
It probably won't be as bad tonight as I imagine it was playing against the San Jose Sharks. But, as someone who watches a lot of hockey, you have to wonder about what it was like for Easton Cowan when he was playing against the youthful and successful San Jose Sharks’ youngsters.
William Villeneuve News / TheLeafsnation / April 4
Maple Leafs recall defenceman William Villeneuve on emergency basis
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Saturday afternoon that they have recalled defenceman William Villeneuve from the AHL (American Hockey League)’s Toronto Marlies on emergency basis.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / April 4
Leafs’ next GM will have big roster decisions to make
Change is certainly afoot in Leafs land. With the Toronto Maple Leafs poised to miss the postseason for the first time since 2016, MLSE president Keith Pelley fired general manager Brad Treliving on March 30th.
Matthew Knies News / Athlon Sports / April 4
Maple Leafs’ Stance in Matthew Knies Trade Talks Emerges After Playoff News
The Toronto Maple Leafs are playing for nothing more than good draft-lottery positioning as they approach the end of the regular season. On top of that,
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 3
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Tavares, Stolarz & Cowan’s Got to Wonder
The Toronto Maple Leafs walked into SAP Center on Thursday night and ran into a team that knows exactly who they are. The San Jose Sharks are young, fast, and playing with confidence.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / April 3
NHL Rumors: The Toronto Maple Leafs Fallout Continues
Jonas Siegel and Chris Johnston of The Athletic: If it’s only a retool, William Nylander wants to remain with the Toronto Maple Leafs. If it’s a rebuild, then it’s a different story.
Hayes Hundley News / 6IX ON ICE / April 3
Toronto Maple Leafs College Free Agent Signings: Scouting Borgesi, Buhr, and Hundley
Although he is now relieved of his GM duties, Brad Treliving spent the last days of his tenure adding to the Toronto Maple Leafs future. In particular, Treliving added to the prospect cupboard via three college free agent signings.
NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / April 3
Investigation underway over apparent Nazi salute at Stars game
A viral video from a Dallas Stars home game against the Toronto Maple Leafs in December has prompted an internal investigation by American Airlines Center officials.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / April 2
What does a retool look like for the Maple Leafs?
There are more questions than answers regarding the future of the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Maple Leafs elected to end things with general manager Brad
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 2
William Nylander Wants To Stay With Maple Leafs Through Retool
The Maple Leafs’ next general manager will likely be the most important move Keith Pelley makes as president of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment. He admitted as much in his media availability Tuesday after announcing the firing of Brad Treliving the night before (via Kristen Shilton of ESPN).
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