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Toronto Maple Leafs Extend Marlies Defenseman

The Toronto Maple Leafs today announced the extension of defenseman William Villeneuve. The deal is a one-year, two-way contract. Villeneuve last season in 55 games for the Marlies had 40 points on four goals and 36 assists.

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Maple Leafs sign defenceman William Villeneuve to 1-year contract extension

On Tuesday, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced that the team has signed defenceman William Villeneuve to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2025-26 season.

William Villeneuve News / Daily Faceoff / August 5

Maple Leafs sign William Villeneuve to one-year extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Tuesday that they have agreed to terms on a one-year, two-way contract extension with defenseman William Villeneuve.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / August 5

What Went Wrong Between the Maple Leafs & Nicholas Robertson?

By this time, most Toronto Maple Leafs fans have heard the buzz around Nicholas Robertson’s contract situation and what his future holds. In a previous post, we laid out the basics—the contract and some of the trade talk.

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

Toronto Maple Leafs: Evaluating fourth line options for next season

There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs going into next season. How are the Leafs going to build on the identity they started building for themselves last season?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / August 5

What does Philippe Myers have to do to crack the Maple Leafs’ roster in 2025-26?

Despite a slew of moves up front, the Toronto Maple Leafs are essentially bringing back the same defensive corps for next season, and they have also added Henry Thrun from the San Jose Sharks in an offseason trade.

Borya Valis News / TheLeafsnation / August 5

2025 TLN Maple Leafs Prospect Rankings: #20 Borya Valis

The TLN Maple Leafs prospect rankings were compiled by a panel of seven TLN writers, each ranking our top 20 prospects to form a consensus group ranking.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / August 5

Daily Faceoff names Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford as potential member of Team Canada for 2026 World Juniors

With the completion of the 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase, early roster projections are beginning to take shape for the 2026 edition of the tournament set to kick off later this year.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / August 5

AHL: Toronto Marlies Sign Alex Nylander and Luke Grainger

Today, the Toronto Marlies announced the re-signing of forward Alex Nylander to a one-year contract and the signing of Luke Grainger to a one-year contract.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / August 4

Maple Leafs Star Wins Top Swedish Award

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander is coming off another outstanding season, as he scored 45 goals (a career-high) and 84 points in 82 games.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Maple Leafs Linked to 20-Goal Talent in Potential Roster Shake-Up

With Mitch Marner leaving the Toronto Maple Leafs this offseason, the team has been searching for different ways to replace his production. Marner was a central piece to the offensive side of things for Toronto, and the Maple Leafs front office has been active.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 4

Maple Leafs rumors: Nicholas Robertson linked to Metro team despite new contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs have done a lot to try and replace Mitch Marner. Nicolas Roy, Matias Macelli, and Dakota Joshua all came in to try and recreate Marner in the aggregate.

Nick Robertson News / Breakaway on SI / August 4

Maple Leafs Want to Trade Recently Signed Forward

The Toronto Maple Leafs reached an agreement on a contract extension with 23-year-old forward Nick Robertson, avoiding an arbitration case. Robertson signed a one-year deal with the Maple Leafs, earning him $1.825 million against the salary cap.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / August 4

William Nylander named Sweden’s ice hockey player of the year

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander has been awarded the 2025 Guldpucken, an honour reserved for Sweden’s top ice hockey player of the year. The recipient is named by the Swedish Ice Hockey Association and Swedish newspaper “Expressen”.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / August 4

Maple Leafs Quick Hits: Big Changes, Bigger Expectations

Even though not every offseason move was entirely within their control, the Toronto Maple Leafs finally made significant changes following yet another playoff letdown.

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Alexander Nylander News / Daily Faceoff / August 4

Marlies sign Alex Nylander to one-year AHL contract

The other Nylander is staying in Toronto for another season. On Monday, the Toronto Marlies, American Hockey League affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs, announced that the team has signed forward Alex Nylander to a one-year AHL contract.

Alexander Nylander News / TheLeafsnation / August 4

Toronto Marlies sign Alex Nylander to 1-year contract

The Toronto Marlies signed three forwards to one-year contracts on Monday, including Alex Nylander. Nylander joined the Maple Leafs organization ahead of the 2024-25 season, recording 23 goals and 44 points in 64 games with the Marlies.

William Nylander News / The Hockey Writers / August 4

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: PTO Possibility, Robertson’s Future & Nylander’s Honour

The offseason may be quieter than the chaos of free agency, but that doesn’t mean the Toronto Maple Leafs are done making moves—or facing tough decisions.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / August 4

6 Reasons the Toronto Maple Leafs Will Be Even Better in 2025-26

Even though some of it came down to decisions they had no control over, the Toronto Maple Leafs finally made some big changes this offseason. After yet another disappointing playoff exit, the Maple Leafs chose to move on from president Brendan Shanahan, a decision which was well received by the fan base.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / August 3

Summer Series: The Defining Moments of the Toronto Maple Leafs Since the 2000s

Hockey, and sports in general, can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / August 3

Breaking down the battle between Nick Robertson and Matias Maccelli for a top-six spot next season

The Toronto Maple Leafs wrapped up the final piece of business on their offseason checklist, inking Nick Robertson to a one-year contract worth $1.825M and avoiding arbitration.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / August 3

Maple Leafs Showing Low Confidence in Promising Forward

The Toronto Maple Leafs avoided their arbitration hearing with restricted free agent forward Nicolas Robertson. The two sides finalized a one-year contract that will count $1.83 million against the salary cap during the 2025-2026 campaign.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / August 2

Maple Leafs Offseason Graded: Bold Changes, But Core Questions Linger

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had an active and intriguing offseason—one that signals a clear shift in philosophy. As the GM phrased it, it’s a change in DNA.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 2

Maple Leafs re-sign Nicholas Robertson

There will be no arbitration hearings in the NHL this summer.

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Max Pacioretty News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 31

Free-agent profile for veteran winger Max Pacioretty

Despite registering multi-goal seasons (six of those being 30-goal campaigns) for the bulk of his NHL career, veteran winger Max Pacioretty can no longer be relied upon as a primary scorer, nor a secondary one.

Easton Cowan News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 31

Former first-round pick is hoping to join Maple Leafs out of camp

After sending All-Star winger Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights in a sign-and-trade, the Toronto Maple Leafs have looked to fill their new offensive void by committee.

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