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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / June 22
The Maple Leafs Drafted a 500-Goal Scorer, But Didn't Get His Best Years
There’s a certain kind of story in NHL history that doesn’t feel dramatic at first, but gets heavier the longer you sit with it. The Lanny McDonald story in the Toronto Maple Leafs saga is one of those.
Darren Raddysh News / Professor Press Box / June 21
Raddysh's Contract Is Really an Insurance Calculation in Disguise
There is a familiar moment in hockey analysis when a contract is announced, and the reaction comes quickly: that doesn’t look right. That was the initial response to the Darren Raddysh deal—eight years, significant money, and a player entering his thirties after what was clearly a breakout season.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 21
The Maple Leafs Let a Good One Slip Away Too Easily?
Bobby McMann is officially staying out west. The Seattle Kraken announced Sunday that they’ve signed the 30-year-old forward to a six-year deal. However, the team did not disclose the terms.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?
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.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 21
Kraken sign Bobby McMann to six-year extension
The Kraken made a move to add a winger when they acquired Mackie Samoskevich from Florida. Now, they’ve made a move to keep another one.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 21
One New Trade & a Complicated Maple Leafs’ Ripple Effect
Now that the Toronto Maple Leafs keep adding (and reshaping) their defence, what happens to Brandon Carlo? It looks as if the new leadership group has assessed the past two seasons of roster tweaks and come to believe that getting bigger, more physical, and tougher to play against didn’t swing the pendulum the way they wished.
Matthew Knies News / The Hockey Writers / June 21
Why a Maple Leafs and Sabres blockbuster trade theory has legs
The Maple Leafs have been looking at the possibility of a Matthew Knies trade since at least the 2026 trade deadline.
Morgan Rielly News / Professor Press Box / June 21
Is There a Chance Morgan Rielly Stays with the Maple Leafs?
There’s been a lot of noise around Morgan Rielly lately, and most of it points to the thought that a change of scenery might be coming. The contract, the no-move talk, the uneven defensive season—it all feeds that narrative.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 21
Sabres have key to unlock Maple Leafs and Matthew Knies blockbuster trade
The Maple Leafs have quietly explored the idea of moving Knies dating back to at least the 2026 trade deadline.
Darren Raddysh News / The Hockey Writers / June 21
Grading Maple Leafs’ 8-Year Extension for Darren Raddysh
The Toronto Maple Leafs made a splash recently, acquiring the signing rights of Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning, and extending him to a long-term, eight-year contract.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 21
Maple Leafs made a decision they wouldn’t make before
When the Toronto Maple Leafs handed Darren Raddysh that eight-year deal, a lot of us had the same first reaction: Eight years? For a 30-year-old?
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 21
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Robertson, Lettieri, Shaw, Laughton & Leadership
Two very different decisions are unfolding around the Toronto Maple Leafs right now, but they actually circle back to the same question: what kind of players does this team want to keep, and what kind of players does it need more of?
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / June 21
What the Marlies’ Championship Gave the Maple Leafs
For Toronto Maple Leafs fans, this isn’t just another trophy sitting in the background somewhere in the AHL system. The Toronto Marlies winning the Calder Cup is one of those moments that matters more than people think at first glance.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 21
Big Blue Line UFA Name Confirms Interest in Toronto Maple Leafs
Radko Gudas will be an interesting name on July 1, as the pending UFA defenseman from the Anaheim Ducks is potentially set to hit the open market. ESPN analyst Kevin Weekes wrote, “Per sources, I’m told @AnaheimDucks Captain D Gudas is gaining interest in the marketplace.
Darren Raddysh News / The Hockey Writers / June 21
Maple Leafs Believe Darren Raddysh Is Just Getting Started
The Toronto Maple Leafs have committed eight years and $68 million to a 30-year-old defenceman coming off a career year. Understanding why may go a long way toward understanding the organization’s current direction.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 21
Development Camp invitees Leafs could revisit at the 2026 NHL Draft
There are a few overagers in the 2026 NHL Draft that the Maple Leafs put in some extra work on. The 2025 Development Camp and Rookie Camps have led to some players having worked out with the Maple Leafs Player Development Department and would have warranted some additional scouting trips over the past season to see how they’ve progressed.
Darren Raddysh News / TheLeafsnation / June 21
Why Darren Raddysh is an excellent gamble for the Maple Leafs right now
It felt like the Toronto Maple Leafs were going to start picking things up soon, but I’m not entirely sure that anybody was expecting a ‘trade your starting goalie, hire a new head coach and acquire one of the best free agents on the market in a sign-and-trade’ type of week.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 21
Top 5 Ontario-born players Maple Leafs should target in 2026 NHL Draft
Although it may be coincidental, the Toronto Maple Leafs have certainly put an emphasis on provincial reunion this summer. John Chayka, an Ivey graduate, was appointed as general manager following an exhaustive search.
Matthew Knies News / Professor Press Box / June 21
The Maple Leafs Are Handling Matthew Knies Exactly Right
I may be in the minority here, but I think the Toronto Maple Leafs are playing this situation with Matthew Knies exactly the way they should. First, let's get one thing out of the way.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / June 21
Professor’s Cup of Coffee: Morning Thoughts on Listening to Matthews & Nylander
Back in early June, I wrote a post about something Auston Matthews and William Nylander said during their exit interviews. They talked about wanting more mobile, puck-moving defencemen.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / June 20
Why Did the Maple Leafs Sign a Contract Their Fans Hate?
There’s a reaction that almost writes itself when the Toronto Maple Leafs sign a player like Darren Raddysh to a long-term deal into his thirties. On the surface, it looks like a mistake.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / June 20
Maple Leafs GM John Chayka addresses Matthew Knies trade speculation
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka delivered a reassuring message to fans regarding the trade speculation surrounding forward Matthew Knies.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 20
Toronto Marlies Win 2026 Calder Cup
The Toronto Marlies are champions of the AHL for the 2025-26 season, winning the Calder Cup last night. The Toronto Maple Leafs’ affiliate defeated the Chicago Wolves, affiliates of the Carolina Hurricanes, in a five-game Calder Cup Final series.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 20
Toronto Marlies win AHL’s Calder Cup for second time
One of the most surprising runs in American Hockey League history has been completed. Thanks to a 4-3 win over the Chicago Wolves in Game 5 of the Calder Cup Final, the Toronto Marlies clinched the franchise’s second AHL championship, taking home the trophy for the first time in eight years.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 19
Leafs GM John Chayka: Matthew Knies trade 'not probable'
John Chayka may not have been the most popular hire when he was named as the new general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, but he certainly hasn’t been shy about wheeling and dealing in the early days of his tenure.
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