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Discounted Tavares and Knies extensions proving team culture outweighs tax codes

Is anyone else getting a little sick of talking about income tax? Since the Florida Panthers won back-to-back Stanley Cups, state and provincial tax codes suddenly seem to be concern number one for every NHL fan screaming bloody murder about the salary cap.

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'Came up Short,' Mitch Marner Makes Heartfelt Admission Following Exit from Maple Leafs After 9 Seasons

The Mitch Marner era at the Toronto Maple Leafs has officially come to an end. On Tuesday, the 28-year-old forward left his hometown team and joined the Vegas Golden Knights.

Vinni Lettieri News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Maple Leafs sign Vinni Lettieri to one-year contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Vinni Lettieri to a one-year contract with an annual average value of $775,000. The move was to bolster Toronto’s depth, with Lettieri likely to split time between the Maple Leafs and their AHL affiliate, the Toronto Marlies.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

The 'NHL Vezina Trophy winners' quiz

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

Mitch Marner News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

Mitch Marner formally introduced to Golden Knights: ‘We didn’t want to lose out on this opportunity’

Vegas Golden Knights forward Mitch Marner and general manager Kelly McCrimmon held an introductory press conference as the 28-year-old winger met the media for the first time, since being traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

Hockey might be the official sport of Canada, but the United States has also produced some elite talent. With that in mind, here's our list of the 25 best U.S.-born players, listed in alphabetical order.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

Maple Leafs sign depth forwards Travis Boyd, Benoit-Olivier Groulx, re-sign Dakota Mermis

The Toronto Maple Leafs didn’t make a big splash on Day 1 of free agency, but they added a fresh new batch of competition for roster spots. After kicking

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Maple Leafs sign Dakota Mermis, Travis Boyd and Benoit-Olivier Groulx to contracts

The Toronto Maple Leafs made a few depth signings after free agency opened on Tuesday. The team re-signed Dakota Mermis, along with signing forwards Benoit-Olivier Groulx and Travis Boyd.

Pontus Holmberg News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

Pontus Holmberg reportedly signs 2-year deal worth $1.55M annually with Lightning

Pontus Holmberg is signing a two-year deal worth $1.55 million annually with the Tampa Bay Lightning, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports. Holmberg was

NHL News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Auston Matthews shares simple message to Mitch Marner after Maple Leafs, Golden Knights trade

Mitch Marner’s time as a Toronto Maple Leaf officially came to an end.

Every NHL player to score 500 goals

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

Pontus Holmberg News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Lightning add to depth by signing young forward to a two-year deal

As expected, the Lightning are operating on the fringes of this year’s free agent market.

Lightning sign Tristan Allard to two-year, entry-level contract

Lightning signs Nick Abruzzese to one-year contract

Lightning sign Ryan Fanti to one-year contract

The 25 most memorable Stanley Cup-clinching moments

The '2003-04 Tampa Bay Lightning' quiz

Mitch Marner News / Yardbarker / July 1

Mitch Marner is the perfect Golden Knights addition in every way

The manner in which all came together for them was vintage Golden Knights magic.

Mitch Marner reveals one of his biggest regrets from time with Maple Leafs

Every NHL player to score 500 goals

The '2025 Stanley Cup Playoff points leaders' quiz

Matthew Knies News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

Knies wasn’t interested in bridge deal, with faith in Leafs’ vision: ‘I just wanted to be here as long as possible’

While the official ‘Core Four’ era is over in Toronto with the departure of Mitch Marner, the Maple Leafs still have their core set for the foreseeable future with the extensions of veteran John Tavares and rising star Matthew Knies.

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Two-time Stanley Cup champion signs with Kraken

Two-time Stanley Cup champion trying to get career back on track with Kraken

He missed the entirety of the 2023-24 season and all but two games of the 2024-25 season.

Predators add to defensive core with a two-year deal

Veteran defenseman returning for 16th NHL season

Canucks re-sign veteran scorer in surprising turn of events

Every Conn Smythe winner in NHL history

Can you name every player who was selected in the Seattle Kraken expansion draft?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

Matthew Knies says he wants to be a Maple Leaf for good in wake of contract extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs brought back a crucial part of the future of the team on Sunday, signing forward Matthew Knies to a six-year contract worth $7.75 million annually.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

Nicolas Roy is eager to contribute to Maple Leafs: ‘This group is ready to win right now’

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nicolas Roy is chomping at the bit to contribute to the winning ways of his new team. Roy was acquired as the primary return piece in the monumental sign-and-trade with the Vegas Golden Knights that saw Mitch Marner leave behind his childhood team on Tuesday.

Michael Pezzetta News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Toronto Maple Leafs Sign Depth Forward

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made a depth signing. News has emerged that forward Michael Pezzetta has signed with the Leafs. This contract is for two years worth $1.575 million.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

Michael Pezzetta signs two-year, $788K AAV deal with Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs bottom six just got a bit tougher. Per TSN’s Bob McKenzie and Pierre LeBrun, Montreal Canadiens forward Michael Pezzetta has signed a two-year deal in Toronto worth an average annual value of $788k.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / July 1

Mitch Marner reveals regret from time with Maple Leafs

Mitch Marner reveals one of his biggest regrets from time with Maple Leafs

At least one thing about his Maple Leafs tenure will bother Mitch Marner for the rest of his career.

Sabres keep center with on $20M deal

Veteran defenseman officially returning for 16th NHL season

Corey Perry leaves Oilers for playoff rival

Sharks sign former top-10 draft pick to a three-year extension

Two-time Stanley Cup champion trying to get career back on track with Kraken

Canucks re-sign veteran scorer in surprising turn of events

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / July 1

Potential free agent losses for the Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs, both by choice and by necessity, will look different when October rolls around. After nine straight attempts with the “Core Four” yielded just two playoff series wins across three different head coaches, changes have to be made.

Steven Lorentz News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Maple Leafs Winger's Immediate Reaction to Signing Multi-Year Contract

Steven Lorentz didn’t hesitate when the Toronto Maple Leafs called with a contract offer. The 29-year-old forward agreed to a three-year extension worth $4.05 million with a $1.35 million annual cap hit on Monday, locking him in just 24 hours before he was set to become an unrestricted free agent.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

Maple Leafs sitting on plenty of cap space entering free agency

The Toronto Maple Leafs have crossed a couple of items off their to-do list and find themselves in a comfortable position as they look at potential upgrades this summer.

Knies, Tavares’ loyalty is a DNA change that brightens Leafs’ short and long-term outlook

Maple Leafs extending young star is big change of pace from previous era

Every NHL player to score 500 goals

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

Steven Lorentz News / Daily Faceoff / June 30

Maple Leafs sign Steven Lorentz to three-year contract extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Steven Lorentz to a three-year contract extension worth $1.35 million per season. Lorentz joined the Maple Leafs last season, scoring eight goals and 19 points.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

Three former Maple Leafs who could reunite with team in free agency

Free agency opens in less than 24 hours, and things are starting to heat up.

Every NHL player to score 500 goals

The '2008-09 Pittsburgh Penguins' quiz

John Tavares News / 6IX ON ICE / June 30

Analyzing John Tavares’ team-friendly contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs

JOHN TAVARES IS (still) A LEAF!!!!! The former captain, future Legends Row member, re-signed in Toronto for the next four years with an average annual value of $4.38M.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / June 29

Maple Leafs extending young star is change of pace from past era

Maple Leafs extending young star is big change of pace from previous era

The Toronto Maple Leafs took care of an important piece of business on Sunday afternoon by reportedly re-signing restricted free agent forward Matthew Knies to a six-year contract that will pay him $7.75M per season.

Leafs may accuse Golden Knights of tampering if they sign Mitch Marner

Vegas defenseman set for 'multiple major surgeries,' could miss season

Ducks rookie Roger McQueen chooses the perfect jersey number

Desperate Red Wings had to take a chance on former All-Star goalie

Senators sign forward Claude Giroux to a contract extension