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Maple Leafs hire Judd Brackett as AGM, Freddie Hamilton as chief of staff

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Monday that they formally appointed Judd Brackett as assistant general manager, player evaluation, while Freddie Hamilton has been named chief of staff.

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Best Bobby McMann destinations if he leaves Kraken in 2026 NHL Free Agency

The Seattle Kraken traded for Bobby McMann at the NHL Trade Deadline in a move that certainly looks fantastic on their part. McMann was one of the most in-demand trade candidates at the deadline.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 31

Insiders dump cold water on David Carle rumors to Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs fell apart in the 2025-26 season and fell to the bottom of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference. Many had expected to finish in first place in that division and make a long run in the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / May 31

It’s Time for the Maple Leafs to Break That Same Old Cycle

The Toronto Maple Leafs have kind of painted themselves into a corner over the years, and it didn’t happen all at once. It’s been a slow build of the same pattern repeating itself again and again: win-now pressure, quick fixes, and a belief that the current core just needs a little more help to finally get over the hump.

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The 'Playoff power play goal leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most power play goals in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL active hat-trick leaders' quiz

The 'Playoff goal-leaders by NHL team' quiz

The '2005-06 Carolina Hurricanes' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / May 31

David Carle to Maple Leafs Rumors Cleared Up

There were reports over the weekend that University of Denver coach David Carle was set to become the next head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs. A fake account claiming to be a trusted insider reported that Carle was going to be named head coach.

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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.

William Nylander News / Professor Press Box / May 31

Two Key Takeaways From Nylander’s Latest Video

William Nylander made his feelings clear about why he wants to stay in Toronto. It's his home. And he wants to win here. But he was more specific than that.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / May 31

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs and Finding a Defenseman

Max Miller of Sharks Hockey Digest: Once more, this is a case of pour some cool water on this for now. The thought process lies in the fact that this may not make much sense for San Jose.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pension Plan Puppets / May 31

Maple Leafs interested in Judd Brackett as an AGM

Earlier today Sportsnet reported that the Leafs have permission to interview Judd Brackett, the Minnesota Wild's Director of Amateur Scouting who is said to be leaving for a new job.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 31

Maple Leafs May Be Missing One Important Voice in the Room

There’s this ongoing debate in hockey that kind of misses the point sometimes. It gets framed as “analytics vs old school,” like it’s two sides fighting for control of the game.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 31

Blue Jackets Defenseman Worth Maple Leafs’ First-Overall Pick?

While the Toronto Maple Leafs are apparently open to fielding offers for the first-overall pick in the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft, we all know they would need to be absolutely blown away for anything to even come close to happening.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / May 31

Maple Leafs reportedly receive permission to speak to Wild’s Judd Brackett for AGM

Ahead of a pivotal month for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the organization is looking to make a major hire within their managerial realm. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports that the Maple Leafs have received permission to speak to Minnesota Wild director of amateur scouting Judd Brackett.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / May 31

Marlies Take 2-0 Lead on Controversial Overtime Goal

I'm not sure what happened between Games 1 and 2 of the Toronto Marlies' Eastern Conference Final series against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (WBS) Penguins, but the Marlies looked like a completely different—and much better—team in Game 2.

Artur Akhtyamov News / TheLeafsnation / May 31

Goaltender Artur Akhtyamov showed steady growth in second pro season

Originally drafted in the fourth round by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2020, goaltender Artur Akhtyamov took a step forward in the 2025-26 season. The Russian 24-year-old showed poise and promise, backstopping the AHL’s Toronto Marlies through nearly half their games and earning his first starts in the NHL.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 31

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Lalonde, Van Ryn, Nylander, Gruden & Cowan

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to navigate a pivotal offseason. While the search for a new head coach remains the organization’s biggest priority, questions about the roster and the future of several young players continue to shape the conversation around the team.