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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pension Plan Puppets / October 15

2026 NHL Draft: October Watch List

My writing for this season when it comes to the NHL draft and who I like for Toronto's picks is going to be... much more challenging than previous years.

Nick Robertson News / TheLeafsnation / October 15

Report: Maple Leafs have talked to teams interested in Nick Robertson

The Toronto Maple Leafs have reportedly fielded calls to teams interested in acquiring forward Nick Robertson, according to TSN’s Darren Dreger. During Tuesday’s edition of Insider Trading, Dreger noted that, although it is early in the 2025-26 season, speculation surrounding Robertson’s future has not subsided.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 15

4 takeaways from Leafs-Predators: Matthews rewarded for shot creation, Knies, Cowan provide glimpse of bright future

It may be too early to genuinely entertain the idea of a bounce-back game, as we haven’t reached Halloween yet, but the Toronto Maple Leafs submitted a much better effort in a 7-4 victory over the Nashville Predators.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Maple Leafs making the right call with major roster decision

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / October 14

Craig Berube on Easton Cowan’s first NHL point and fit on the Leafs’ top line: “He’s a dog on a bone out there… He’s a worker — a worker with skill”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 7-4 win over the Nashville Predators, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 2-2-0. On the team’s performance: I thought we came out and played a good first period.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 14

William Nylander delivers emphatic response to early season callout from Craig Berube

William Nylander was called out directly by Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube following Monday’s 6-3 loss to the Detroit Red Wings, with a direct impetus to respond.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 14

Maple Leafs explode for 7 goals in win over Predators

Oliver Ekman-Larsson, John Tavares and William Nylander each recorded a goal and two assists Tuesday night and the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the visiting Nashville Predators 7-4.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 14

Knee Jerk Reaction: Maple Leafs’ offence comes alive in 7-4 win vs. Predators

Four different players on the Toronto Maple Leafs tallied three points in a 7-4 win against the Nashville Predators. John Tavares, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Matthew Knies, and William Nylander each had three points in the offensive outburst, which was desperately needed after two losses to the Detroit Red Wings.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 14

Maple Leafs Overcome Second Period Struggles to Beat Predators 7-4

The Toronto Maple Leafs were back in action on the second half of a back-to-back against the Nashville Predators. This game marked the Maple Leafs debut for Cayden Primeau, who was claimed off waivers by the club just before the season started.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 14

Maple Leafs’ Easton Cowan registers first NHL point vs. Predators

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Easton Cowan picked up his first NHL point on Tuesday night against the Nashville Predators, notching a secondary assist on Auston Matthews’ third period goal.

Easton Cowan News / Sporting News / October 14

Maple Leafs' Easton Cowan plays beyond his age with impressive line decision in Toronto

The kid can play.

Cayden Primeau News / Sporting News / October 14

Why Cayden Primeau is Maple Leafs' starting goalie vs. Predators

Toronto is mixing it up.

William Nylander News / Sporting News / October 14

Analyst doesn’t hold back in criticism of William Nylander’s start to 2025-26

Former Maple Leaf, now analyst, Jay Rosehill, didn't hide his displeasure with William Nylander's play to start the new season.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / October 14

Maple Leafs' John Tavares Defends Teammate After Craig Berube’s Comments

Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares defended teammate William Nylander on Tuesday after head coach Craig Berube publicly challenged him. Berube called out the winger’s consistency and poor effort attempting shots to start the season following Monday’s 3–2 loss to the Detroit Red Wings.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 14