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Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews raves about Easton Cowan following win vs. Oilers

Auston Matthews looks completely reinvigorated to start the 2026-27 season, and it’s in part due to his running mates. Matthews has been one of the NHL’s best players, and was in terrific form once again during Toronto’s 7-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers.

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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Matthews’ Leadership, Cowan’s Growth & a 7-2 Statement Win

The Toronto Maple Leafs have won four straight games, and the 7-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers was the sort of result that gets people talking. Beating a team with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl is one thing.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / October 25

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Their Tagging Issue

The Sheet with Jeff Marek: Steve Werier on the Toronto Maple Leafs tagging issue for next season that may put them in a money in, money out situation this year if a player they acquire has term on their deal.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 25

Maple Leafs’ Jim Hiller highlights Troy Stecher, Anthony Stolarz following blowout win vs. Oilers

It was a night to remember for the Toronto Maple Leafs, stomping the Edmonton Oilers 7-2 to start their four-game road trip. Toronto submitted a defensive masterclass in the process, winning its fourth consecutive game.

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How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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Mike Babcock News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / October 24

Mike Babcock a 7-2 loss to the Maple Leafs: “They played harder, longer, faster than we did… Better defensively. Better offensively. Just better.”

Mike Babcock discussed the need for more bottom-six production, his group’s competitiveness, and the Leafs’ superior performance after the Oilers’ 7-2 loss to Toronto.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 24

Four-goal third propels surging Maple Leafs past Oilers

William Nylander scored two of Toronto's four third-period goals as the visiting Maple Leafs extended their winning streak to four with a 7-2 drubbing of the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 24

Blowout loss to the Maple Leafs highlight Oilers' flaws

Things have been great for the Edmonton Oilers to open the 2026-27 season, and almost all of that is related to their top-line duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl.

Four-goal third propels surging Maple Leafs past Oilers

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Connor McDavid News / TheLeafsnation / October 24

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs make another statement in handling of Connor McDavid’s Oilers

The Toronto Maple Leafs have began to find some momentum in recent games, having won three in a row heading into Saturday night’s tilt against the Edmonton Oilers, so a meeting with Connor McDavid and his 31 points in ten games was set to be must-see TV.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 24

Roslovic Gets to See What Makes Matthews & McDavid So Good

Here’s something to think about. Imagine playing with Auston Matthews and watching Connor McDavid do his thing. Jack Roslovic has a pretty good view of both, and he’s got plenty to appreciate.

Jack Roslovic News / NHL Trade Talk / October 24

Roslovic’s Hot Start With Toronto Has Leafs Fans Excited, But Oilers Fans Know the Catch

The Edmonton Oilers and Jack Roslovic went their separate ways this offseason after a productive, but ultimately uneven, one-year partnership. Roslovic joined the Oilers on a one-year deal after the regular season had already begun and went on to post solid offensive numbers.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Jacob Quillan News / Professor Press Box / October 24

The Canucks Can Give Jacob Quillan More Than a Fresh Start

A line from Jacob Quillan caught my attention after the Vancouver Canucks acquired him from the Toronto Maple Leafs. He said he was glad to be somewhere he was wanted.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / October 24

Maple Leafs Rookie Gavin McKenna Gets a Close-Up Look at Connor McDavid

Sometimes hockey gives you a little story within the bigger story. When the Toronto Maple Leafs meet the Edmonton Oilers, much of the attention will be on Connor McDavid and what he might do next.

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Troy Stecher News / TheLeafsnation / October 24

How Troy Stecher embodies everything Maple Leafs fans want from their players

Troy Stecher probably wasn’t on anybody’s bingo cards for Toronto Maple Leafs unsung heroes of the 2025-26 season, but in a campaign that went about as poorly as one could, he was one of the few bright spots.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / October 24

Maple Leafs Blue Line Shuffle: Injuries Open the Door

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a couple of changes to make on the blue line, and sometimes those developments are worth watching more closely than the transaction list suggests.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 24

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Toronto’s Depth Faces Its Biggest Test in McDavid & Draisaitl

The Toronto Maple Leafs have won three straight games, and that’s a welcome change for a team still trying to find its identity. Thursday’s 5-4 win over the New York Rangers was another close one, but Toronto found a way to finish the job.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 24

Trade Talks: 5 Maple Leafs assets to consider trading for an impact defenceman

The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the hunt for a impact defenceman, as general manager John Chayka has been very active of late, involved in conversations around who is available, and more importantly, what adding a needle-moving defenceman is going to cost.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 23

Maple Leafs Recall Cole McWard, Dakota Mermis

The Toronto Maple Leafs desperately need defensive reinforcements ahead of their upcoming road trip through the NHL’s Pacific Division. According to a team announcement, the Maple Leafs recalled Cole McWard and Dakota Mermis from the AHL’s Toronto Marlies.

Troy Stecher News / Trade Talk Sports / October 23

Why Does the Maple Leafs Troy Stecher Celebration Matter So Much?

The Toronto Maple Leafs gave their fans a bit of a ride on Thursday night, but they found a way to finish the job. With the game tied 4-4 against the New York Rangers at Scotiabank Arena, Troy Stecher became the unlikely hero, scoring with just 28 seconds left to give Toronto a 5-4 win.

Nick Blankenburg News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Leafs place Nick Blankenburg on injured reserve

The Toronto Maple Leafs have taken another loss on their blueline. On Friday, Leafs defenseman Nick Blankenburg was placed on injured reserve. Toronto has also placed defenseman Marshall Rifai on injured reserve.

Easton Cowan News / NHL Rumors / October 23

NHL Rumors: The Toronto Maple Leafs may not Want to Move Easton Cowan

Sporstnet: The Toronto Maple Leafs have been scoping out the defenseman trade market. Easton Cowan may be one of their best trade assets, but they may not be that interested in moving him.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Cowan, Stecher & the Fourth Line Make Their Case

The Toronto Maple Leafs are starting to find some momentum. Thursday night’s 5-4 win over the New York Rangers, sealed by Troy Stecher’s goal with 26.3 seconds remaining, gave Toronto its third straight victory and improved its record to 6-4-2.

Kirill Marchenko News / Yardbarker / October 23