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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Villeneuve, Hamilton, Knies, Cowan & Trade Irony

Some days, it feels like the Toronto Maple Leafs are trying to juggle with one hand tied behind their back. Injuries, depth issues, and a blue line held together with tape have forced the team to get creative.

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How Soon Before William Villeneuve Hits the Maple Leafs’ Defence?

A season never unfolds exactly like you plan, and the Toronto Maple Leafs are living proof. Injuries to Brandon Carlo and Chris Tanev have left the blue line a patchwork of opportunity, while shifts in the lineup and the looming trade deadline make every roster decision feel urgent.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / February 13

OEL: 1st for the Maple Leafs, 7th for Team Sweden

If you’re looking at Team Sweden’s blue line at the Olympics, it’s hard not to be impressed. Sweden boasts one of the deepest blue lines in Milano Cortina, blending elite offensive skill with lockdown defence.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 13

Ironic Maple Leafs’ Draft Success: Great Picks, No Patience

For all the chaos surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs this season, one thing you can’t pin on the organization is poor scouting. When Toronto actually hangs onto draft picks, they tend to find real players.

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Mitch Marner News / 6IX ON ICE / February 13

Why Toronto Maple Leafs fans can’t hold their grudge against Mitch Marner during the Olympics, as hard as it is

Alexa, play The Hip! The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics are underway, and, as usual, Canadians everywhere are feeling a little extra patriotic. The Olympics are a time when all Canadians come together and cheer on our Canadian athletes, whether it’s the Winter or Summer Games. On Feb.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / February 13

Insider Highlights the Changing and Potential New Reality for Auston Matthews

What’s wrong with Auston Matthews? That was the question Toronto Maple Leafs fans—and much of the hockey world—were asking throughout the first three months of the 2025-26 season and, quite frankly, for most of 2024-25 as well.

William Villeneuve News / TheLeafsnation / February 13

Maple Leafs prospect checkpoint: How has William Villeneuve fared through 5 months of 2025-26?

A National Hockey League season can bring many twists and turns as injuries can strike at any time, and health is never a sure thing. The Toronto Maple Leafs have dealt with a myriad of injuries this year, seeing Brandon Carlo, Chris Tanev and William Nylander all miss time.

Dougie Hamilton News / TheLeafsnation / February 13

The Athletic’s James Mirtle predicts Dougie Hamilton will end up in Toronto

Could New Jersey Devils defenceman Dougie Hamilton be the solution to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ defensive needs? Heading into this year’s trade deadline, the veteran blueliner is one of the biggest names reportedly available on the market.

William Nylander News / TheLeafsnation / February 13

Olympic Hockey Preview: William Nylander ready to lead Sweden vs. Finland

William Nylander and Team Sweden will face their toughest test of the preliminary round, squaring off against arch-rival Finland on Friday. Nylander scored the game-winning goal in Sweden’s 5-2 victory over Italy on Wednesday, while registering five shots on goal.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 12

Trade Deadline Primer: Toronto Maple Leafs

With the Olympic break underway, the trade deadline is just weeks away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make? We begin our look around the league with teams that have clear plans at the extremes of the standings, this time with the Maple Leafs.

Auston Matthews News / TheLeafsnation / February 12

Olympic Hockey: Auston Matthews scores in USA’s 5-1 win over Latvia

The United States’ men’s hockey team opened up their tournament on Friday afternoon, handily beating Team Latvia 5-1 to kick things off at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 12

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Nylander, OEL, Raddysh & Rielly

It’s been a lively stretch for Toronto Maple Leafs fans, even with the Olympic break. A few Maple Leafs have already made early headlines overseas, and their performances—good, bad, or simply confusing—are giving us plenty to talk about.

Oliver Ekman-Larsson News / NHL Trade Talk / February 12

Insider: Maple Leafs’ Trade Return From Oilers for Oliver Ekman-Larsson

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had their name floating around the rumour mill quite a bit this season. And with that comes plenty of trade speculation surrounding their players.

Darren Raddysh News / The Hockey Writers / February 12

Maple Leafs Need to Think Carefully Before Gambling on Raddysh

As general manager Brad Treliving and the Toronto Maple Leafs look to shift their focus on moving some pieces ahead of the trade deadline, there’s a lot of talk as to what could happen beyond that and in the offseason.

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Auston Matthews News / TheLeafsnation / February 12

Olympic Hockey: Auston Matthews to make Olympic debut for USA, Canada squares off vs. Czechia

It will be an eventful day on the men’s hockey calendar, as Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews is set to make his Olympic debut. Matthews also captains the United States men’s hockey team, and will be taking on Latvia at 3:10 ET this afternoon.

Oliver Ekman-Larsson News / TheLeafsnation / February 12

5 potential trade destinations for Maple Leafs’ Oliver Ekman-Larsson

Will Oliver Ekman-Larsson’s trade value ever be higher? That’s the dilemma Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving is facing at the moment, as trade talks continue across the NHL, despite the Olympic roster freeze.

William Nylander News / TheLeafsnation / February 11

Olympic Hockey: William Nylander scores game-winner in Team Sweden win over Team Italy

Wednesday afternoon’s Olympic men’s hockey match between Team Sweden and Team Italy was a lot closer than people may have predicted it would be. Despite Sweden outshooting the Italians 59-18, the host country kept things close with an eventual 5-2 win for Sweden.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 11

Insider Details How Deep Maple Leafs’ Sell-Off Could Go

Despite a three-game winning streak before the Olympic break injecting some life into their slim playoff hopes, all signs suggest the Toronto Maple Leafs remain committed to selling ahead of the March 6 trade deadline—and that isn’t expected to change.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / February 12

San Jose Sharks Eyeing Toronto Maple Leafs Defenseman

The Toronto Maple Leafs are in a tough spot. They have already hinted at possibly being sellers at the NHL trade deadline. Leafs GM Brad Treliving’s decision to make a bigger change to the team’s core is starting to feel inevitable.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 11

Sweden’s William Nylander gets green light for Olympic opener vs. Italy

Team Sweden is preparing to open their quest for gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics against the host nation, Italy, on Thursday. There had been some prior injury concerns around William Nylander, including him missing a practice.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / February 11

Navigating the Maple Leafs Future

The Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves at one of those moments where everything feels like it’s on the line. The season hasn’t exactly gone as planned, and now it’s time to think about what comes next.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / February 11

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Matthews’ Advice, Nylander’s Status & Kämpf

The men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics begins on Wednesday, and a few familiar Toronto Maple Leafs are in the mix. Some are setting examples off the ice, some are battling injuries, and some are quietly slipping into roles where they could make a bigger impact than expected.

William Nylander News / NHL Trade Talk / February 12

Analyst: Nylander Olympic situation requires Maple Leafs put foot down

Eyebrows were raised when William Nylander was absent from Team Sweden’s practice on Tuesday, which at the time put his status for Wednesday’s opener against Italy in question.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / February 11

Breaking down the lines and pairings of the three Toronto Maple Leafs at the 2026 Olympics

It is nearly time for the first men’s hockey games of the 2026 Winter Olympics to get underway, and with NHL players being allowed back at the games for the first time since the 2014 games in Sochi, hockey fans from around the world will be watching with anticipation to see who comes out on top.

William Nylander News / Daily Faceoff / February 10

Sweden’s Nylander a game-time decision for Olympic opener against Italy

Team Sweden may be without one of its top forwards for its Olympic opener against Team Italy on Wednesday, as Toronto Maple Leafs winger William Nylander is a game-time decision with a groin injury.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / February 10

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews Faces a Legacy Test at Olympics

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews has earned a fair bit of praise over the course of his 10-year NHL career. The former No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 NHL Draft, Matthews has consistently been one of the league’s top scorers, which has enabled his Maple Leafs to be perpetual contenders in the Eastern Conference.