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Maple Leafs and the search for a top six forward

Brad Treliving’s July 1st media availability made one thing clear, the Toronto Maple Leafs aren’t going to spend the rest of the offseason just filling the vacancies on the Toronto Marlies roster, there is still a big piece of work to be done on the Maple Leafs, and that is to find a top six forward.

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Steven Lorentz discusses falling in love with playing in Toronto after signing 3-year extension

This week, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced that Kitchener native Steven Lorentz is locked in for a three-year extension. The 29-year-old became a fan favourite last season as a Southern Ontario kid who brought size and physicality to Toronto’s bottom six.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / House of Hockey / July 2

Brad Treliving Gets Brutally Honest About Mitch Marner Negotiations

Now that Mitch Marner is an official ex-member of the Toronto Maple Leafs, general manager Brad Treliving is shedding more light on his contract negotiation process.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 2

Michael Pezzetta is looking forward to meeting Ryan Reaves, changing energy of games

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Michael Pezzetta met with reporters Wednesday afternoon after signing a two-year contract worth $788,000 annually. Pezzetta

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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

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

NHL News / Blade of Steel / July 2

Elliotte Friedman Shares Honest Take on Mitch Marner's Decision to Leave Toronto for Vegas

The insider Elliotte Friedman shared his honest take on Mitch Marner's decision to leave the Toronto Maple Leafs and join the Vegas Golden Knights. All rumors finally came to an end when the Toronto Maple Leafs confirmed a sign-and-trade sending Mitch Marner to the Golden Knights.

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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 / Last Word On Sports / July 2

The Toronto Maple Leafs Sign Journeyman Centre to Deal

A career NHL and AHL ship jumper is trying his luck in the Meccah of Hockey. Today the Toronto Maple Leafs are in the news as Vinni Lettieri signs a contract with the club.

Vinni Lettieri News / TheLeafsnation / July 2

Maple Leafs sign Vinni Lettieri to 1-year contract worth $775K

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Wednesday that they have signed forward Vinni Lettieri to a one-year contract. Lettieri’s contract carries an AAV of the league minimum $775,000 and is a one-way deal, the team confirmed.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Holmberg, Steeves, Groulx, Pezzetta & Lettieri

As the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to reshape their roster for head coach Craig Berube, a flurry of signings and departures has filled the first two days of free agency.

Nazem Kadri News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Maple Leafs Should Pursue a Reunion With Flames’ Nazem Kadri

Yesterday, Toronto Maple Leafs‘ general manager Brad Treliving met with the media and he had a few interesting things to say. He pointed out that the free agent market was getting “thinner and thinner” and alluded to a potential trade that they could be making to bring in top-six help largely due to the free agent market.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 2

Maple Leafs fans react to Day 1 of 2025 free agency

The first day of free agency frenzy has come and gone, with the Toronto Maple Leafs having a mostly quiet day on the signing front. Their only singing of significance was bringing in Michael Pezzetta as a sparkplug option for their fourth line, with the only other ones being a few depth signings to fill up their Marlies squad.

Mitch Marner News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 80 points in the 2024-25 NHL season can you name in five minutes?

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Matthew Knies News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Grading Matthew Knies’ $46.5 million contract extension with Maple Leafs

The busy summer for the Toronto Maple Leafs is continuing. The Leafs have re-signed Matthew Knies to a six-year contract worth $7.75 million per year. Now, the former Hobey Baker Award finalist will continue to call Toronto home, in a deal that was a win for both sides in this NHL Free Agency period.

Tyler Hopkins News / 6IX ON ICE / July 2

Toronto Maple Leafs 2025 draft pick profile #1: Tyler Hopkins

The NHL Draft has come and gone. Every team is excited about their draft and eager to see what the future holds for their franchise. This season, the Anaheim Ducks stole the headlines after selecting Roger McQueen of the Brandon Wheat Kings 10th overall.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 2

Where did departing Maple Leafs players sign on July 1?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are past Day 1 of free agency, but outside of a couple of depth signings, they haven’t done much at all to upgrade the roster. This is not cause for concern, considering the weakness of this season’s free agent class and specifically for the areas they’re looking to address, but suffice to say, there’s work to be done.

Pontus Holmberg News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Maple Leafs GM Explains Loss of Free-Agent Forward to Divisional Rival

The Toronto Maple Leafs didn't qualify forward Pontus Holmberg ahead of free agency on July 1, and one of their strongest divisional rivals lost no time in poucing. With Homberg entering the open market, the Tampa Bay Lightning moved quickly and signed the winger to a two-year contract worth $3.1 million.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Maple Leafs Lose Backup Goalie to Kraken in Free Agency

One of the Toronto Maple Leafs' pending free agents has found a new NHL home after two years of setbacks in Canada. Veteran goaltender Matt Murray, 31, signed a one-year, $1 million deal with the Seattle Kraken, ending his time with the Maple Leafs organization on Tuesday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 2

Daily Faceoff gives Maple Leafs ‘assignment incomplete’ among NHL free agency winners and losers

Despite not signing any headline-grabbing free agents on Tuesday, the Toronto Maple Leafs have had themselves a solid beginning to their offseason considering the circumstances.

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 / 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