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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / July 26

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Roster Logjams, Rielly’s Reset & Knies’ Aspirations

As the dust settles on one of the busiest offseasons in recent Toronto Maple Leafs memory, a few key storylines are starting to take shape—and not all of them are tidy.

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 / TheLeafsnation / July 24

Knies points to Mikko Rantanen as an influence with eyes set on 2026 Olympic roster

Through his first few seasons with the Toronto Maple Leafs, Matthew Knies has quickly become one of the team’s most exciting young players. Between his size, physicality, and rising goalscoring figures, his versatility is one of his greatest strengths, with many calling him a ‘unicorn’ of sorts.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 22

Daily Faceoff projects Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies to crack Team USA Olympic roster

Daily Faceoff projects that Toronto Maple Leafs forwards Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies will be selected to Team USA’s roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 20

Best Leafs goals of 2024-25: Matthew Knies beats the buzzer vs. Penguins

It was a true breakout season for Matthew Knies, who emerged as one of the NHL’s best young power forwards last season with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Knies showed constant improvement throughout the season and by the latter half of the year, many Leafs fans and media considered him the fifth member of the Core Five.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / July 17

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Knies Rising, Holinka Signs & Canada’s Atlantic Shakeup

The Toronto Maple Leafs are navigating a pivotal offseason—one that might be remembered as the end of the “Core Four” era. Mitch Marner is gone. The return—while intriguing—doesn’t carry the same star wattage.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 16

NHL.com ranks Matthew Knies as 8th-best under-25 forward

NHL dot com has released their top 10 forwards under-25 and Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies has cracked the list, landing at number 8. Knies, 22, just signed a six-year extension to stay with the Maple Leafs after setting career highs in goals (29) and assists (29) for 58 points in 78 games last season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / July 6

Maple Leafs Make Strong Moves by Re-Signing Knies & Tavares

Over the past couple of weeks, the Toronto Maple Leafs quietly made two important moves by bringing back Matthew Knies and John Tavares. They’re very different players at very different stages in their careers, but both signings make a lot of sense.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 4

4 top-six forwards Maple Leafs should have on trade radar

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving wants to upgrade his top six, and in order to do so, a trade is very much expected at this point. The free-agent market is thin, and so are the Maple Leafs‘ wallets, as Treliving has just under $5 million in cap space left after the first few days of free agency.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

How the Maple Leafs Replaced Marner—Without Replacing Him

The departure of Mitch Marner marked a significant shift for the Toronto Maple Leafs, leaving fans wondering how the team could fill the void left by one of their top stars.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 2

Discounted Tavares and Knies extensions proving team culture outweighs tax codes

Is anyone else getting a little sick of talking about income tax? Since the Florida Panthers won back-to-back Stanley Cups, state and provincial tax codes suddenly seem to be concern number one for every NHL fan screaming bloody murder about the salary cap.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

Knies wasn’t interested in bridge deal, with faith in Leafs’ vision: ‘I just wanted to be here as long as possible’

While the official ‘Core Four’ era is over in Toronto with the departure of Mitch Marner, the Maple Leafs still have their core set for the foreseeable future with the extensions of veteran John Tavares and rising star Matthew Knies.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

Matthew Knies says he wants to be a Maple Leaf for good in wake of contract extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs brought back a crucial part of the future of the team on Sunday, signing forward Matthew Knies to a six-year contract worth $7.75 million annually.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / July 1

3 players Maple Leafs should target in free agency

It’s already been an extremely eventful start to the offseason for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Matthew Knies and John Tavares both signed team-friendly extensions, which constitutes a DNA change of sorts for the team, revamping a strong roster, with the idea of adding further depth to its forward corps.

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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.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 30

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Knies Long-Term, Marchand’s DNA & Ekblad Raises Questions

The Toronto Maple Leafs head into July with more clarity in some areas and more speculation in others. With Mitch Marner’s exit looking increasingly inevitable, management is starting to reshape the roster around a new mix of youth, grit, and (they hope) better playoff results.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / July 1

3 Reasons the Knies Signing Is a Big Deal for the Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs took care of major business on Sunday by re-signing Matthew Knies to a six-year, $46.5 million deal. The $7.75 million cap hit locks in a rising star and offers the kind of long-term value this franchise hasn’t seen often in its core contracts.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Field Level Media / June 29

Reports: Maple Leafs sign F Matthew Knies to 6-year, $46.5 contract extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs have kept forward Matthew Knies from entering free agency by signing him to a six-year contract extension worth $46.5 million, multiple media outlets reported Sunday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / June 29

Maple Leafs extending young star is change of pace from past era

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.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 29

Leafs re-sign Matthew Knies to six-year contract with $7.75 million AAV

The Toronto Maple Leafs have re-signed winger Matthew Knies to a six-year contract with a $7.75 million cap hit. Knies was set to become a restricted free agent on July 1st, as his entry-level contract had come to a conclusion.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Maple Leafs Sign Matthew Knies to a 6-Year Extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed restricted free agent Matthew Knies to a six-year, $46.5 million extension, which carries a $7.75 million average annual value (AAV).

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.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Koblar & Hopkins Gambles, Knies Tension & ESPN’s Harsh Grade

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had an eventful week, though not necessarily successful, depending on whom you ask. While the front office secured a key piece by re-signing captain John Tavares, other questions remain unresolved.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23

Maple Leafs Walk Cap Tightrope in Matthew Knies Negotiations

As the Toronto Maple Leafs continue their offseason planning, one of the most pressing issues remains the status of unsigned forward Matthew Knies. The 22-year-old winger has emerged as a core piece of the franchise, and how the Leafs choose to structure his next deal could significantly impact their roster for years to come.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / June 20

Contract Talks Between Maple Leafs and Knies Hit Potential Snag

With July 1st rapidly approaching, contract talks between the Toronto Maple Leafs and forward Matthew Knies are reportedly not progressing as hoped. According

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.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / April 9

Watch: Maple Leafs' Knies completes hat trick with winning goal

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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