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3 Reasons the Maple Leafs Got Worse This Offseason

The Toronto Maple Leafs did some good things this offseason, but they did not get better. It’s easy to say that criticism follows the Maple Leafs from everywhere in the NHL, but it’s hard to believe that they have been considered a team that had one of the strongest offseasons in terms of improving their team, when they didn’t.

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The Maple Leafs Don’t Need Michael Bunting; They Need Better Roster Thinking

One interesting thing about building an NHL roster is that the easiest move isn't always the right one. When a familiar player becomes available, especially one who had success in Toronto, the temptation is obvious.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / July 18

The Maple Leafs Changed Their Priorities: Will It Work?

While reading the comments on a recent post on The Hockey Writers, I came across one that really caught my attention. He thought the Toronto Maple Leafs made three big mistakes by moving Bobby McMann, Nick Robertson, and Dennis Hildeby.

Nick Robertson News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Penguins' Nick Robertson Opens Up on Maple Leafs Tenure

Nick Robertson spent six seasons trying to establish himself as a permanent part of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ lineup without ever getting there. The former second-round pick appeared in 234 games for Toronto, scoring 88 points but averaging only 11:52 of ice time.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

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The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 18

Cap craziness, fourth line debates, and a future PoHo candidate: Leaflets

The Toronto Maple Leafs aren’t going to be quiet this summer. A new Director of Player Personnel might not match the energy of the previous weeks, but it is a sign that work is being done.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / July 17

Are Maple Leafs Fans Arguing About the Wrong Thing?

I have to admit that I really enjoy reading readers’ comments on hockey articles. One reason is that fans tell me what they're really worried about. This week, after reading dozens of comments about Toronto's defence, I came away with one thought.

Auston Matthews News / Professor Press Box / July 17

Matthews Leaving Rumours Say More About Hockey Media Than Toronto

One of the interesting things about covering the Toronto Maple Leafs is that sometimes the biggest stories are the ones that have not actually happened yet.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / July 17

Key Dates in the Maple Leafs 2026-27 Schedule

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Wednesday that they will host the Montreal Canadiens in their home opener on September 29th. On Thursday, the NHL released the rest of the 2026-27 schedule.

Michael Bunting News / The Hockey Writers / July 17

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Robertson’s Fresh Start & Bunting’s Comeback?

One of the interesting things about building an NHL roster is that not every player who leaves is a failure, and not every player who stays is automatically the right fit.

John Chayka News / The Hockey Writers / July 17

The Maple Leafs Are Worse on Paper, But Chayka’s Plan May Actually Work

When a team loses nearly 170 points worth of production in one offseason, the natural reaction is to assume it has become weaker. At first glance, that appears to be exactly what happened to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 17

Jack Roslovic as Max Domi 2: Electric Boogaloo

Max Domi can be a polarizing player in Toronto. Some people love the offence he brings. He’s a spirited player. There are plenty of people who believe that Max wants to be a Maple Leaf more than anything else because of his dad, and Mats Sundin.

Matthew Knies News / 6IX ON ICE / July 17

Matthew Knies lines: Projections for the Toronto Maple Leafs left wing battle

As the summer drags on, we inch closer to every hockey fan’s favourite time of year, the start of a new NHL season, and that is definitely the case for Leafs fans in Toronto and beyond.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 17

6 Maple Leafs games to circle on the calendar in 2026-27

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced their 2026-27 schedule on Wednesday, and with it comes the excitement of the return to hockey being just around the corner.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 17

Three NHL franchises facing the most pressure to win the Stanley Cup in 2027

Every NHL contender starts training camp talking about one goal: Win the Stanley Cup.

Flyers sign defenseman Jamie Drysdale to four-year contract

Blues lock up Connor McMichael with a six-year deal

Anthony Mantha leaves Penguins to sign with division rival

Can Capitals chase another Stanley Cup while Alex Ovechkin chases history?

Steve Yzerman stepping down marks needed leadership change for Red Wings

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Darren Raddysh News / Professor Press Box / July 16

The Darren Raddysh Contract Was More About Time Than Money

One of the interesting things about NHL contracts is that they are rarely judged fairly on the day they are signed. Fans usually look at the number and ask a simple question: “Is this player worth that much money?” But general managers are not only paying for what a player is today.

Dennis Hildeby News / NHL Trade Talk / July 16

3 Things Dennis Hildeby’s Trade Tells Us About the Maple Leafs

NHL roster building is often one decision that creates three more questions, and the Toronto Maple Leafs made a ton of changes this summer. Dennis Hildeby was one of them.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 16

Maple Leafs roast Senators in official 2026-27 schedule release video

The Toronto Maple Leafs along with the rest of the NHL have announced their schedule for the 2026-27 season, and they did it in the form of a cheeky video revealing some of their most sought after dates on the schedule.

Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / July 16

A hidden Auston Matthews message in the Maple Leafs’ offseason moves

Read the Toronto Maple Leafs’ summer as an exercise in roster-building, and it looks busy and aggressive: winning the draft lottery for Gavin McKenna, adding Sergei Bobrovsky in net, bringing in Darren Raddysh, Jack Roslovic, Nick Paul, Teddy Blueger, and Colton Sissons.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

John Chayka’s gamble on Darren Raddysh reveals his blueprint for the Maple Leafs

John Chayka didn’t overhaul the Toronto Maple Leafs’ defence this summer, but he did change its identity. Players in: Darren Raddysh, Emil Andrae Players

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Akhtyamov, Bobrovsky, Stolarz & Pang on Goaltending

For the Toronto Maple Leafs, goaltending remains one of the biggest questions heading into the season. For a long time, fans have wondered whether the organization had the stability needed to compete deep into the playoffs.

Christopher Tanev News / TheLeafsnation / July 16

The return of Chris Tanev will stabilize Maple Leafs’ blueline

Last season there was a giant hole within the Toronto Maple Leafs’ defensive corps, thanks to the absence of Chris Tanev. With core surgery behind him,

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / July 15

Top UFA Forward No Longer an Option for the Maple Leafs

Patrick Kane‘s free agency chase in Toronto appears to be over. Despite recent chatter linking the 37-year-old to the Maple Leafs — fueled in part by speculation

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / July 15

Toronto is Going for Gold

The Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka is reportedly set to make a major addition to his front office. Most people were not surprised when the Maple Leafs fired Brad Treliving as the general manager.

Craig Berube News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Craig Berube Reveals Biggest Mistake As Maple Leafs Coach

Craig Berube’s two seasons behind the Toronto Maple Leafs’ bench ended with sharply different results and no Stanley Cup getting back to Canada. Toronto won the Atlantic Division during Berube's first year at the helm and reached the second round of the playoffs.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / July 13

What should the Toronto Maple Leafs’ top-six look like?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made some significant changes to their roster. They drafted first overall, brought in a veteran goalie, and got some depth forwards.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / July 6

Insider reveals Maple Leafs are still in pursuit of blockbuster deal

Toronto Maple Leafs fans should be pleased with the work the franchise has done this offseason to reshape its roster. However, it appears they are not finished yet and could still make another blockbuster move.

Maple Leafs GM open to more 'difference-maker' trades

NHL insider believes Maple Leafs will trade Morgan Rielly

Maple Leafs 'keenly interested' in veteran forward Claude Giroux

Golden Knights poised for 'earthquake' summer with Dylan Larkin in sights

Egor Chinakhov earns new deal with Penguins due to breakout play

Flames ink trade acquisition Simon Nemec to five-year deal