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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / October 12
More talent, more excitement, and plenty to figure out: Assessing the Maple Leafs after six games 
Six games into the new season, the Maple Leafs are 3-2-1. It’s easy to forget, but they had the exact same record after six games last season, too. On their current road trip last season, it started much the same way — blowing a lead against Vegas but picking up a point, beating Colorado, then […]
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 12
5 things Maple Leafs fans should be thankful for
Happy Canadian Thanksgiving! We sincerely hope you’re spending this long weekend with family, food and visions of merriment. It’s an exciting time for the Toronto Maple Leafs, who are coming off a thrilling 6-3 victory over the Colorado Avalanche.
Christopher Tanev News / Professor Press Box / October 12
Maple Leafs’ Chris Tanev Problem Is Bigger Than One Injury
You can learn a lot about a hockey team by watching the players whose absence makes everyone nervous. Chris Tanev is one of those players. When Auston Matthews describes a teammate as a “heart-and-soul” guy, you know we're talking about somebody who brings more to the rink than his name on the lineup card.
The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz
How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?
Easton Cowan News / TheLeafsnation / October 12
Time and Space: Easton Cowan is taking the leap
Easton Cowan is one of the bridge pieces between the Toronto Maple Leafs’ win-now timeline, and a bright, uncertain future. Cowan was the positive surprise of the Maple Leafs’ 2025-26 season and the 21-year-old is in terrific form.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
Auston Matthews News / The Hockey Writers / October 12
Maple Leafs’ Matthews Bounce Back is Due to Two Key Factors
The Toronto Maple Leafs are six games into their season and while there are plenty of things to be excited for; one thing that fans should be elated about is the play of captain Auston Matthews. Coming into the season, many were hoping that Matthews could have a rebound after two very sub-par seasons that weren’t to his standards.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 12
Nylander and Matthews Rescued the Maple Leafs. Can They Keep It Up?
Sometimes a hockey team gives you a night that makes you feel pretty good about what you’re watching. The Toronto Maple Leafs‘ 6-3 win over the Colorado Avalanche was one of those nights.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 12
Maple Leafs’ Goaltending Duo Coming to Play Early On
It’s still early in the 2026-27 NHL season, but the Toronto Maple Leafs are starting to answer a few of the questions that surrounded the team coming out of the offseason.
Christopher Tanev News / Editor In Leaf / October 12
Maple Leafs make a major defensive change as Chris Tanev lands on IR
The Toronto Maple Leafs are in a tough spot once again with blueliner Chris Tanev. The veteran defenseman left Saturday night’s win over the Colorado Avalanche in the first period, and did not return.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 12
Teddy Blueger slowly carving out his role for Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs are off to a strong start to the season, and a big part of their success is related to the team’s penalty kill and effectiveness of all four lines.
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.
Sergei Bobrovsky News / Editor In Leaf / October 12
Sergei Bobrovsky has been worth every penny and the numbers prove it
When the Toronto Maple Leafs signed Sergei Bobrovsky this summer, the boo birds came out to question the move. In particular, the criticism focused on a 38-year-old goalie living up to his $7 million cap hit and no-trade clause.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 11
Maple Leafs Recall Marshall Rifai, Place Chris Tanev On IR
The Maple Leafs went into Saturday’s game in Colorado with seven defensemen in the lineup but finished with six as Chris Tanev exited with an upper-body
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / October 12
Maple Leafs reportedly recall Marshall Rifai, place Chris Tanev on IR
Marshall Rifai has been called up by the Toronto Maple Leafs from the AHL’s Toronto Marlies, via PuckPedia. Chris Tanev was placed on IR in a corresponding move, and he is ineligible to play for at least a week.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 11
Maple Leafs recall Marshall Rifai from Marlies, place Chris Tanev on IR
Marshall Rifai has been called up by the Toronto Maple Leafs from the AHL’s Toronto Marlies, the team announced on Monday. Chris Tanev was placed on IR in a corresponding move, and he is ineligible to play for at least a week.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / October 11
What Cowan and Marchenko Have Shown Maple Leafs Fans So Far
One of the interesting things about watching a new Maple Leafs season unfold is seeing what different players bring to the table. Sometimes it's a big goal or a multi-point night.
William Nylander News / Professor Press Box / October 11
What Got Into Maple Leafs' William Nylander? Three Thoughts
Every now and then, a hockey player gives us something to think about. William Nylander has certainly done that over the first few games of the Maple Leafs' season.
Sergei Bobrovsky News / Editor In Leaf / October 11
Sergei Bobrovsky makes NHL history after first win as a Maple Leaf
Sergei Bobrovsky picked up his first win as a member of the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night against the Colorado Avalanche, and he also made a little bit of franchise history.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 11
Matthews Is Putting Up Big Numbers Under Jim Hiller, But Why?
I saw a simple but curious post today. Auston Matthews has already recorded two four-point games in just six games under Jim Hiller. He had only one four-point game in two seasons under Craig Berube.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / October 11
Maple Leafs Could Use a Little More Nick Paul in Their Game
Sometimes, when we talk about what the Toronto Maple Leafs need to become a better hockey team, we go straight to the big names. We talk about scoring, goaltending, power plays, and whether another star player might solve the problems.
Christopher Tanev News / Athlon Sports / October 11
Maple Leafs' Chris Tanev Injury Update Emerges After Early Exit vs. Avalanche
The Toronto Maple Leafs left Saturday’s 6-3 win over the Colorado Avalanche with uncertainty surrounding Chris Tanev after the veteran defenseman exited early with an upper-body injury.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 11
The Maple Leafs Win Was Great, but There’s Still a Big Question
The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Colorado Avalanche 6-3 on Saturday, and I’m happy to take the two points. Beating a good team on the road is never something to apologize for.
William Nylander News / Yardbarker / October 11
William Nylander's early season dominance has helped spark Maple Leafs offense
In the team's 6-3 victory against the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, he recorded an explosive five-point game.
William Nylander News / Field Level Media / October 10
William Nylander (5 points) propels Maple Leafs past Avalanche
William Nylander had two goals and three assists, Auston Matthews had two goals and two assists, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Colorado Avalanche 6-3 in Denver on Saturday night.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / October 10
Toronto Maple Leafs are looking for a top-four defenseman
The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking for a top-four defenseman, but the cost may be too high.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 9
Maple Leafs Get Good News on Ekman-Larsson After Scary Hit
A scary moment came Thursday night when Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson took a hit from Jeremy Lauzon, which sent the Leafs blueliner’s head to the ice.
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