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Mitch Marner Needs a Change of Scenery, but Winning May be Years Away

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Mitch Marner appear to be in a precarious situation in regards to a potential contract negotiation. And it sounds like things are getting uglier by the minute as Marner appears to be heading to free agency.

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4 Problems the Maple Leafs Can’t Ignore if Tavares Leaves

As speculation swirls around the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ Mitch Marner’s future, another storyline should get more attention. There is a chance that former captain John Tavares could depart.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / June 19

Wishing Nick Robertson the Best — Even If It’s Somewhere Else

It looks increasingly like Nick Robertson is done with the Toronto Maple Leafs. After being scratched for much of the 2025 postseason—even after scoring in Game 5 against Florida—it’s hard to imagine he remains part of the team’s long-term plans.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 19

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: DNA Change, Knies, Tavares & the Other Tanev

As the Stanley Cup Final made clear again, winning in the playoffs takes more than stars. The Florida Panthers didn’t just ride Aleksander Barkov and Matthew Tkachuk to victory—they got meaningful contributions from their third and fourth lines, especially in crucial moments.

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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?

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Blade of Steel / June 19

Frank Seravalli Reveals Shocking and Inaccurate Report Regarding Mitch Marner's Potential New Destination

While one particular West Coast NHL team is interested in Mitch Marner, one NHL analyst is saying there's no way he's being offered the figure that has been included in recent rumors.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 19

4 people with connections to Maple Leafs who won the Cup this week

The Florida Panthers won the Stanley Cup for the second season in a row on Tuesday night, defeating the Edmonton Oilers 5-1 to win the series in six games and further deprive Canada from winning their first Cup since 1993.

Matthew Knies News / Athlon Sports / June 19

NHL Insider Reveals Move that 'Makes Sense' for Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies

With Matthew Knies entering restricted free agency on July 1, the Toronto Maple Leafs are facing a critical decision window. NHL insider Darren Dreger reported Tuesday, appearing on TSN's "First Up," that both sides are handling negotiations respectfully, but a short-term bridge deal remains a possibility.

John Tavares News / Athlon Sports / June 19

Darren Dreger Predicts What John Tavares' Next Maple Leafs Contract Could Look Like

The Toronto Maple Leafs and pending free agent John Tavares appear headed toward a new deal, but it could look very different from the contract that brought

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 19

Why the Maple Leafs should pursue Carter Amico with 2nd-round pick

Carter Amico missed the majority of his draft year with a knee injury, but his skill set, size, physicality and ability to disrupt rushes should make him an intriguing target for the Toronto Maple Leafs at the 2025 NHL Draft.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 18

3 Recent NHL Teams That Survived Losing a Star Player in Free Agency

There has already been plenty said about Mitch Marner’s potential pending departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs, and the superstar winger hasn’t even hit free agency yet.

Vyacheslav Peksa News / The Hockey Writers / June 18

Maple Leafs Prospect Vyacheslav Peksa Embracing North American Grind in Pursuit of NHL Dream

Russian goalie Vyacheslav Peksa is at his second year within the Toronto Maple Leafs organization, who picked him in the sixth round of the 2021 NHL Entry Draft.

Steven Lorentz News / TheLeafsnation / June 18

Why the Maple Leafs should bring back Steven Lorentz

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving will have roughly $26 million in cap space to work with this offseason, and a small portion of his spending should be invested in re-signing bottom-six forward Steven Lorentz to a multi-year contract extension.

John Tavares News / The Hockey Writers / June 19

John Tavares beats the CRA: what the ruling means for Maple Leafs and future free agents

The case centered on the $15.25 million signing bonus he received in 2018, which the CRA argued should be taxed as regular income rather than a signing bonus.

With Oilers loss, Canada's Stanley Cup drought rolls on

25 great NHL teams that somehow didn't win the Stanley Cup

The '1992 & 1993 Toronto Blue Jays' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 18

Where draft picks play matters, at least a little

The Maple Leafs certainly seem to have an affinity for London Knights players when it comes to the NHL draft. Mitch Marner is certainly a prime example of that, while Easton Cowan is a more recent one.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / June 18

Should the Toronto Maple Leafs sign Brandon Tanev this offseason?

As the Toronto Maple Leafs regroup after another disappointing playoff exit, discussions in the front office are increasing about possible low-cost veteran additions.

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NHL News / House of Hockey / June 18

Top Goalie Prospect Abandons Maple Leafs to Join Stars Development Camp

Austin Elliott has had a fantastic two seasons with the London Knights, but after being ignored by the Maple Leafs, he's set to head to Dallas for development camp.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 19

Why the Maple Leafs should pursue Alex Huang with 2nd-round pick

Alex Huang is a skilled defenceman who has shown flashes of real offensive upside throughout his draft year. Huang recorded seven goals and 40 points in 64 games with the Chicoutimi Sagueneens of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League this season and was a stellar presence at last summer’s Hlinka Gretzky Cup.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 18

Goalies for the Maple Leafs to keep an eye on in the 2025 NHL Draft

Goalies, as always, are an interesting topic. If you fancy yourself a draft expert (I do not), there is still a good chance you have business fancying yourself a goaltender expert — I most certainly am not.

Mitch Marner News / TheLeafsnation / June 17

Report: Mitch Marner’s free agency decision may take until middle of July

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner is widely considered the best available free agent on this year’s market, but hockey fans and executives alike may have to wait longer than July 1st for the 28-year-old to decide on his next team.

Mitch Marner News / Daily Faceoff / June 17

Not signing for max term wouldn’t make sense for Mitch Marner

It’s no secret that Mitch Marner is the biggest fish in this year’s unrestricted free agent class. The 28-year-old winger, coming off a 102-point season with the Toronto Maple Leafs, will likely become the highest-paid player in the league – at least until Connor McDavid potentially signs a long-term extension with the Edmonton Oilers.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 17

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Marner Domino, If Tavares Goes & Hirvonen to Finland

The roster questions are piling up as the Toronto Maple Leafs head into a pivotal offseason. From Mitch Marner’s charity decisions sparking speculation, to the looming salary cap crunch that could force out core veterans, to a once-promising prospect heading back to Europe, the organization is facing pressure on multiple fronts.

Philippe Myers News / TheLeafsnation / June 17

Philippe Myers earned his extension, greater consistency is needed entering 2025-26

There were few certainties for Philippe Myers entering training camp, as the Toronto Maple Leafs looked to change their tactics under new head coach Craig Berube.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 17

A Patrick Kane, Jonathan Toews Reunion Could Happen in Toronto

Since his decision to return to the NHL, many teams have joined in on the Jonathan Toews sweepstakes. One of these teams, the Toronto Maple Leafs, could be joining the mix this offseason.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / House of Hockey / June 16

Maple Leafs Linked to Gritty Free Agent Per Several Reports

With a crucial offseason ahead, Toronto Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving is expected to make significant changes to his team this summer. After another tough playoff exit, many needs must be addressed in Toronto.

Mitch Marner News / 6IX ON ICE / June 16

Mitch Marner: From fan favorite to Toronto Maple Leafs villain

When Mitch Marner leaves for another team, he’ll be one of the highest-paid players in the NHL. Does he deserve that kind of money? Maybe. Are the Toronto Maple Leafs willing to give it to him?

Pontus Holmberg News / Trade Talk Sports / June 14

Three Reasons the Maple Leafs Should Re-Sign Pontus Holmberg

Pontus Holmberg isn’t the flashiest name on the Toronto Maple Leafs’ roster, but that’s exactly what makes him so valuable. In a salary-cap world where stars eat up the budget, teams live and die by what they get from their bottom six, and Holmberg quietly delivered in 2024–25.