Toronto Maple Leafs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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.

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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.

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The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners since 1983' quiz

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 / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 4

Grading Nicholas Robertson’s $1.825 million Maple Leafs contract extension

It was a disappointing finish to the 2024-25 season for the Toronto Maple Leafs. After making the playoffs for a ninth consecutive campaign, it was a second-round exit at the hands of the Florida Panthers.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / August 4

Who will play with William Nylander & John Tavares?

There are a lot of unknowns when it comes to the Toronto Maple Leafs going into next season. With the loss of Mitch Marner, fans are eager to see how next season will go.

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.

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.

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The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

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The '2024-25 NFL TD catch leaders' quiz

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 / The Hockey Writers / August 3

3 PTO Options for Toronto Maple Leafs in 2025-26 Season

The Toronto Maple Leafs are trying to remain in contention after being forced to undergo some changes this offseason, most significantly, the loss of Mitchell Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / August 3

Stolarz and Woll Give Maple Leafs a Shot at Stability

Heading into last season, one of the biggest questions about the Toronto Maple Leafs roster was the team’s goaltending. Neither goalie had a ton of NHL experience, and between them, it was one of the biggest gambles any top NHL team was taking in the crease.

Nick Robertson News / NHL Trade Talk / August 3