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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 5

Craig Berube confirms Jacob Quillan will slot into Maple Leafs lineup vs. Rangers after Roy trade

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube told reporters on Thursday that forward Jacob Quillan will enter the lineup for the game against the New York Rangers.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Maple Leafs Should Explore These 2 Reclamation Projects

The NHL Trade Deadline is just days away and for the Toronto Maple Leafs they have some big decisions to make. They currently sit nine points out of the last wild card spot in the Eastern Conference and have lost three straight since the Olympic break.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Maple Leafs Continue To Listen On UFAs; Troy Stecher Drawing Interest

The Maple Leafs are continuing to gauge the market on their pending UFAs, holding Scott Laughton and Bobby McMann out of last night’s lineup (plus a defender with term in Oliver Ekman-Larsson) for injury protection ahead of tomorrow’s deadline.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / March 5

Imagine That: Maple Leafs Score Big on Roy Trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs trading Nic Roy to Colorado isn’t just about picking up a couple of draft picks. When you look closer, it says something about what the team is thinking and where they’re trying to go.

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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 / Daily Faceoff / March 5

How many more first-round picks can the Leafs get this deadline?

This wasn’t supposed to be how the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ season played out. After winning the Atlantic Division last year and losing in seven games in the second round of the playoffs to the eventual Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers, the Leafs had plans to return to the postseason and make a deeper run towards the Cup.

Jacob Quillan News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 5

Maple Leafs Recall Jacob Quillan

The Maple Leafs recalled center Jacob Quillan from AHL Toronto today, per a team announcement. He takes Nicolas Roy‘s roster spot after he was traded to the Avalanche this morning.

Jacob Quillan News / TheLeafsnation / March 5

Maple Leafs recall Jacob Quillan on verge of NHL Trade Deadline

Ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline, the Toronto Maple Leafs have recalled forward Jacob Quillan from the AHL’s Toronto Marlies. Quillan has played in four games for the Maple Leafs this season, but has not recorded a point.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / March 5

Could the Hunter Brothers Be the Maple Leafs’ Solution?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are at that frustrating point again. Another season slipping away, another reminder that talent alone doesn’t get you past the second round.

Nicolas Roy News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Grading the Maple Leafs & Avalanche’s Nicolas Roy Trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Colorado Avalanche have made a trade just ahead of the March 6 NHL Trade Deadline. It is the first domino to fall for the Maple Leafs, who are preparing for a retool and are expected to trade a good portion of their roster.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / March 5

The Maple Leafs Need a Huge Fix Next Season

Let’s be honest: what we’re talking about with the Toronto Maple Leafs is probably next year’s problem, under a GM who actually gets a chance to set the roster the way he wants.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 5

Leafs finally start selling with Nicolas Roy trade

Really, Brad Treliving had no choice. After the Toronto Maple Leafs general manager watched his team play some of its worst hockey of the season coming

Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / March 5

Maple Leafs Insider Hints at Auston Matthews’ Looming Decision

Auston Matthews will not be getting traded before Friday’s deadline, but that doesn’t necessarily mean his future with the Toronto Maple Leafs is set in stone.

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Nicolas Roy News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Avalanche Acquire Nicolas Roy From Maple Leafs For 1st and 5th Round Picks

The Colorado Avalanche have acquired forward Nicolas Roy from the Toronto Maple Leafs for a 2026 conditional fifth-round pick and a 2027 conditional first-round pick.

Nicolas Roy News / TheLeafsnation / March 5

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs recoup future value in Nicolas Roy trade with Avalanche

After weeks of speculation, the Toronto Maple Leafs are finally on the move ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline. Toronto traded forward Nicolas Roy to the Colorado Avalanche in exchange for a conditional first-round pick in 2027, and a conditional fifth-round pick in 2026.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pension Plan Puppets / March 5

Maple Leafs trade Nic Roy to Colorado

The Maple Leafs made their first trade of the 2026 deadline period, sending Nic Roy to Colorado. Both picks are have conditions attached. The fifth rounder for 2026 will be the lowest of the three they have, almost certainly their own, as the other two originally belonged to the Flyers and the Bruins.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Nylander, Tavares & Laughton’s Choice

The Toronto Maple Leafs left New Jersey with only a single point Wednesday night, and the result felt like another missed chance. Toronto carried a lead into the closing minutes before the Devils forced overtime and eventually claimed a 4–3 shootout victory at Prudential Center.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 5

Maple Leafs rumors: Potential trade suitors ‘smell blood in the water’ at deadline

The Toronto Maple Leafs are near the bottom of the Atlantic Division, and with about a day remaining until the trade deadline, they’re going to have to make a move sooner rather than later.

Christopher Tanev News / TheLeafsnation / March 5

Maple Leafs have salary cap flexibility at the deadline with Chris Tanev confirmed out

The Toronto Maple Leafs don’t have a lot going for them at the moment. A 0.6% chance of making the playoffs (as of Thursday morning), no 2026 draft picks in the first and second round, and one of the oldest lineups in the league doesn’t bode well.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / March 5

The case for the Toronto Maple Leafs to be buyers at the trade deadline and four potential deals

As the March 6 trade deadline quickly approaches, it is the common belief within the Toronto Maple Leafs’ fan base and media that the team will likely be sellers at the deadline, potentially moving guys like Scott Laughton, Bobby McMann, Oliver Ekman-Larsson or even greater assets, for draft picks and younger prospects.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Maple Leafs’ Asset Mismanagement & Ownership Issues Have Failed the Team

The Toronto Maple Leafs, the week of the trade deadline, currently sit just outside of the bottom ten as the 11th-worst team in the NHL. The current consensus

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / March 4

Maple Leafs shock with high asking price for Nicolas Roy

In 58 games, Roy has scored five goals and recorded 15 assists for a total of 20 points.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / March 4

Maple Leafs HC's decision hints at deadline moves to come

Maple Leafs HC Craig Berube's latest decision hints at potential trade-deadline moves

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube made a surprising move by ruling out winger Bobby McMann, center Scott Laughton, and defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson for the game against the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday.

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