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On YouTubeToronto Maple Leafs News / Pension Plan Puppets / September 12
2025 T25U25: Matthew Knies is #1 
Matt Knies is very obviously the best player on the Leafs T25 eligibility list. He took a giant leap from his first full season in the NHL to last season, and at 23 this fall, he still has some more steps to take.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Sporting News / September 10
Toronto coach shares plan for lineup amid player's suggestion
Craig Berube not taking Matthew Knies suggestion of putting Nylander on the top line
Matthew Knies News / The Hockey Writers / September 10
Matthew Knies Showing Maple Leafs Fans Why Effort and Honesty Matter
Every once in a while, a player comes along who doesn’t just play well but strikes the right note with the fan base. For the Toronto Maple Leafs, that player right now is Matthew Knies.
The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz
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?
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / September 10
Matthew Knies’ Recent Comments Show He Is Embracing the Pressure That Comes With Being a Maple Leaf
It’s clear that Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies has a large following two seasons into his young NHL career. From head coach Craig Berube to the fans that love his overall game, Knies’ presence and overall play is going to be a part of the team’s success for the foreseeable future.
Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals
Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / September 9
Matthew Knies explains why he can elevate his game in playoffs, what went wrong vs. Panthers and more
Matthew Knies is expected to take on a larger leadership role with the Toronto Maple Leafs this year, after signing a six-year extension with the team in the offseason.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / September 9
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Danford Trade Value, Carlo’s Future, & Knies Rising
The Toronto Maple Leafs are heading into the new season with a mix of promise and uncertainty. While the core remains competitive, the departures, acquisitions, and prospect pool have fans and analysts weighing what the team’s next moves should be.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 9
Matthew Knies Stepping Into Role Marner Never Wanted
Mitch Marner is and was an excellent hockey player. He was an elite playmaker comfortable with regularly producing for the Toronto Maple Leafs during his run with the team.
NHL News / FirstSportz / September 9
'It Feels Awkward,' Matthew Knies Drops Candid Remark Regarding Mitch Marner’s $96 Million Exit from Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs will usher in a new era in the 2025-26 season. Mitch Marner‘s exit in July brought an end to the ‘Core 4‘ era of the Canadian team.
Matthew Knies News / NHL Trade Talk / September 8
Knies May Regret Urging Maple Leafs Fans to Get Upset
Matthew Knies is stepping into the spotlight for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and he wants fans to hold him accountable. At just 22, the winger is embracing the added responsibility following Mitch Marner’s departure to Vegas, knowing the team will rely on him more than ever this season.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / September 8
‘He found something that worked better for him’: Leafs’ Knies on Marner’s departure
LAS VEGAS – A bittersweet memory, shared in passing, perfectly epitomized how much had changed. Matthew Knies was recounting a funny moment he had with now-former Toronto Maple Leafs teammate Mitch Marner during their road travels this past season.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / September 8
Matthew Knies believes pressure from playing for Maple Leafs will make him a better player
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies isn’t shying away from the pressure that comes with donning the Blue and White, and instead is eager to take on a bigger role with the team.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 4
Toronto Maple Leafs’ 2025-26 Forward Preview
Now that we’ve officially entered the month of September, that means hockey returns this month. As we slowly inch closer to the start of the 2025-26 NHL training camp, the Toronto Maple Leafs have a ton of roster decisions to make.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / September 3
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Knies, Robertson & Berube’s Challenge
As training camp approaches, the Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves at a crossroads. The core remains intact, but questions surrounding how to fill the top six, who deserves a real opportunity to prove themselves, and whether the defensive system can evolve still need to be addressed.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / September 2
Matthew Knies Might Be the Maple Leafs’ Most Flexible Piece
In all the chatter about what the Toronto Maple Leafs’ first line should look like, one name seems locked in without much debate: Matthew Knies. He’s been penciled in next to Auston Matthews almost by default, the way Mitch Marner once was.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / September 1
Maple Leafs 2025-26 Player Previews: Auston Matthews
After losing Mitchell Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights this summer, the Toronto Maple Leafs were forced to pivot in hopes of filling out their roster
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / August 27
Knies Hints Maple Leafs Already Had Marner Replacement
With Mitch Marner now with the Vegas Golden Knights, the Toronto Maple Leafs face the challenge of filling the offensive void left by one of their top scorers.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 24
Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies could be beneficiary of Mitch Marner move
The conversation of which forward will step up for the Toronto Maple Leafs is beginning to grow as players reconvene for training camp. Toronto lost 100-point scorer Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights, and failed find a suitable replacement on the open market.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / August 24
Matthew Knies Speaks On 'Weird' Maple Leafs’ Locker Room Change
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies acknowledged that Mitch Marner’s departure will leave a noticeable void inside the team’s locker room, even if the two only shared two seasons together.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / August 23
What does a successful 2025-26 season look like for Matthew Knies?
Matthew Knies underwent a true breakout season, emerging as a bonafide power forward for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Knies is now the bridge between the team’s win-now window and its future, after signing a six-year extension worth $7.75 million in June.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 25
Best Leafs goals of 2024-25: Matthew Knies’ no-look tally goal sensational game vs. Bruins
Matthew Knies emerged as a true breakout star for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Knies now operates as the bridge between the team’s pressure-packed win-now window, and an uncertain future.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 30
The Leafs got great value out of Matthew Knies’ extension
The Toronto Maple Leafs locked up one of their top young talents for an extended period of time, at a solid number as well. On Sunday, the team announced that it has signed forward Matthew Knies to a six-year contract extension.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / June 29
Maple Leafs extending young star is big change of pace from previous era
The Toronto Maple Leafs took care of an important piece of business on Sunday afternoon by reportedly re-signing restricted free agent forward Matthew Knies to a six-year contract that will pay him $7.75M per season.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 29
Matthew Knies signs six-year extension with Maple Leafs
Matthew Knies has signed a six-year extension in Toronto. The deal is worth $7.75M per season.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / May 23
Report: Leafs declined significant offer for Matthew Knies
It appears the Leafs value Knies quite highly.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / May 17
Matthew Knies' Game 7 status update after injury vs. Panthers
The Maple Leafs may be without one of their most impactful players for Game 7 against the Panthers.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / April 9
Watch: Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies completes hat trick with winning goal vs. Lightning
Left winger Matthew Knies provided some needed punch for the Toronto Maple Leafs in their road game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday night.
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