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Why Jim Hiller Actually Makes Sense for the Maple Leafs

Today, it was announced that Jim Hiller was hired as the Toronto Maple Leafs’ new head coach. Hiller ticks a lot of boxes for Toronto. Because of his time with the team, he already knows the core players.

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Matthew Knies on the Move? Continued Trade Talks Must Be Frustrating

On Tuesday, the Toronto Maple Leafs acquired defenceman Emil Andrae, goaltender Samuel Ersson, and a third-round selection in the 2026 NHL Draft from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for goaltender Joseph Woll and defenceman Simon Benoit.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / June 17

Toronto Maple Leafs Options for 2nd Round Pick

The Toronto Maple Leafs will most likely select Gavin McKenna with the first overall pick in the 2026 NHL draft next Friday. Now, there is still a chance they will select someone else or trade the pick.

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The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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Matthew Knies News / NHL Trade Talk / June 17

Matthew Knies trade talk resurfaces amid Maple Leafs' deal with Flyers

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Philadelphia Flyers completed a somewhat unexpected trade on Tuesday, which has spurred speculation about further moves.

The Hardest Thing the Maple Leafs Lost Wasn’t a Goalie

Why the Leafs chose to move on from Joseph Woll

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17

Maple Leafs have hired a new head coach

The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially decided on their next head coach. Toronto fired Craig Berube in May after two years at the helm, and now the Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller for his second stint with the franchise.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / June 17

Marlies: A Different Team Than the One We Saw All Season

I want to start by letting any Toronto Maple Leafs fans who don't normally follow the Marlies, but are now watching thanks to Sportsnet's coverage of the Calder Cup Final, know something important: this is not the same Marlies team that played most of the regular season.

Jim Hiller News / The Hockey Writers / June 17

Maple Leafs Hire Jim Hiller as Head Coach

The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially turned the page behind the bench, hiring Jim Hiller as the franchise’s next head coach. It’s a move that carries a bit of familiarity for the organization.

Morgan Rielly News / NHL Rumors / June 17

Is this the Offseason that the Toronto Maple Leafs Trade Morgan Rielly?

Chris Johnston: Sources say that Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly hasn’t given the green light to waive his no-movement clause at this point.

Jim Hiller News / Trade Talk Sports / June 17

Maple Leafs Hire Jim Hiller as New Head Coach

At long last, the Toronto Maple Leafs have found their next head coach. After a search that lasted more than a month following the firing of Craig Berube, the team announced on Wednesday morning that Jim Hiller had been hired as the 41st head coach in franchise history.

Jim Hiller News / TheLeafsnation / June 17

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs opt for conventional hire in Jim Hiller after lengthy search for head coach

After conducting an exhaustive search, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced Jim Hiller as their next head coach on Wednesday. Hiller previously served as head coach of the Los Angeles Kings, before he was fired midway through the 2025-26 season.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 17

Toronto Maple Leafs Hire Jim Hiller as Next Head Coach

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced they have hired former Los Angeles Kings head coach Jim Hiller as their next head coach and 41st head coach in franchise history.

Jim Hiller News / TheLeafsnation / June 17

Maple Leafs hire former assistant Jim Hiller as new head coach

The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly close to hiring Jim Hiller as their new head coach, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. Hiller was previously an assistant coach on Mike Babcock’s staff with the Maple Leafs between 2015 and 2019, so he’s already familiar with Auston Matthews and William Nylander.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 17

Maple Leafs hire ex-Mike Babcock assistant as head coach

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been looking for a new head coach since firing Craig Berube on May 13. There had been rumors about who the team was interested in, including Joe Pavelski and Bruce Cassidy, who were mentioned in connection with the Maple Leafs’ job.

Jim Hiller News / NHL Trade Talk / June 17

Maple Leafs Hire Jim Hiller as Team’s Next Head Coach

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Wednesday that Jim Hiller has been hired as the team’s next head coach. After a long search and interview with several candidates, the Leafs have chosen the former Los Angeles Kings bench boss.

Jim Hiller News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 17

Maple Leafs Hire Jim Hiller As Head Coach

The Toronto Maple Leafs have finally found their man. After weeks of interviewing potential candidates, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports that the Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller as the team’s next head coach.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 17

Flyers GM Daniel Briere explains their perspective of Joseph Woll trade with Maple Leafs

Philadelphia Flyers GM Daniel Briere was candid in his assessment of the trade he made with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday. The Leafs traded goaltender Joseph Woll and defenceman Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for defenceman Emil Andrae, goaltender Samuel Ersson, and a third-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 17

5 Forward Options for the Maple Leafs with 69th Pick in 2026 NHL Draft

As we inch closer to the 2026 NHL Draft, the talk around potential options for the Toronto Maple Leafs continue to rise as there are plenty of names that stand out and could potentially be game-changing players for the future.

Easton Cowan News / TheLeafsnation / June 17

Easton Cowan says key to closing out Calder Cup win will be ‘don’t get too high or too low’

The Toronto Marlies are one win away from bringing home their second Calder Cup championship in franchise history. Easton Cowan scored the lone goal during

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / June 17

Maple Leafs Linked to Surprising NCAA Coach As Decision Nears

The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering the final stage of their head coaching search, and an unexpected and previously unreported coach has emerged as a legitimate candidate late in the process.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 17

John Chayka raves about new Maple Leafs defenceman Emil Andrae’s puck-moving ability

The Toronto Maple Leafs swung their first trade of the John Chayka era on Tuesday morning, dealing goaltender Joseph Woll and defenceman Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for defenceman Emil Andrae, goaltender Samuel Ersson, and a third-round pick in the upcoming draft.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 16

An Update On The Coaching Search In Toronto

The Maple Leafs’ search for their next head coach is entering the home stretch. Newly hired GM John Chayka held a Zoom call earlier Tuesday to discuss the Leafs’ trade with the Philadelphia Flyers and was asked for a status update on the coaching search.

Joseph Woll News / NHL Trade Talk / June 16

The Hardest Thing the Maple Leafs Lost Wasn’t a Goalie

As a Toronto Maple Leafs goalie, Joseph Woll wasn’t the kind of goalie who would fling himself around, making highlight saves every game. He just kept things steady.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 16

Why the Leafs chose to move on from Joseph Woll

There you have it, John Chayka has made his first significant move as the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ general manager. On Tuesday, the Leafs dealt goaltender Joseph Woll and defenseman Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for defenseman Emil Andrae, goaltender Samuel Ersson, and a 2026 third-round draft pick.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 16

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Landon Sim, Tinus Luc Koblar & Prospects Rising

The Toronto Maple Leafs haven’t made any blockbuster headlines lately, but that doesn’t mean nothing is happening. Sometimes the most interesting stories are found a little deeper in the organization, where prospects are trying to force their way into the conversation.

Tinus Luc Koblar News / Daily Faceoff / June 15

Leafs sign Tinus Luc Koblar to three-year, entry-level contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Monday that they have signed forward prospect Tinus Luc Koblar to a three-year, entry-level contract. Koblar was the first player that the Leafs selected in the 2025 NHL Draft, as they nabbed him with the No.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / June 16

Maple Leafs predicted to move Easton Cowan this offseason

The 21-year-old Cowan will be entering the second year of the three-year, $2.67 million entry-level contract he signed with the Maple Leafs after being drafted in 2023.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 15

Report: Morgan Rielly, Leafs discussing ‘possibility of him going elsewhere’ this offseason

Despite being the longest-tenured member of the franchise, the Morgan Rielly era in the Six might be coming to an end. According to a report from Jonas Siegel of The Athletic, there have been discussions between Rielly’s agent, J.P.