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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 24

McKenna’s ice time, and the regression of Ekman-Larsson and Raddysh: Leaflets

It’s been a better week for the Toronto Maple Leafs. They are winning, maybe not against the most elite competition, but they still count. They are fun to watch, the puck is going in the net, and the question of what iteration of Auston Matthews would show up has been answered.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / October 19

Report: Maple Leafs will only move premium assets for difference maker on defence

The Toronto Maple Leafs will reportedly only move on from premium assets if they get a difference-maker back on the back end, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 14

NHL Rumors: Josh Anderson wants to stay with the Canadiens

Marco D’Amico: Montreal Canadiens forward Josh Anderson on the idea of signing a contract extension with the Canadiens and finishing his career in Montreal.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 12

Leafs practice notes: John Tavares rejoins Maple Leafs in Utah, Oliver Ekman-Larsson takes maintenance day

John Tavares is set to return to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ lineup for Tuesday night’s game against the Utah Mammoth. Tavares missed the Maple Leafs’ game against the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday night to be with his wife for the birth of their fourth child, head coach Jim Hiller said over the weekend.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 10

Why Oliver Ekman-Larsson could be a potential trade piece if Maple Leafs upgrade defence

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka isn’t shy when it comes to pulling off bold moves to upgrade his hockey club, and after Matthew Knies was moved in a blockbuster for Kirill Marchenko on the eve of the season, look for the next Leafs’ trade to be focused on upgrading the blueline.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 9

Maple Leafs’ lineup news: Morgan Rielly paired with Chris Tanev, Oliver Ekman-Larsson returns

It was an eventful practice for the Toronto Maple Leafs, as head coach Jim Hiller altered his lines ahead of Saturday’s game against the Colorado Avalanche.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 9

Maple Leafs Get Good News on Ekman-Larsson After Scary Hit

A scary moment came Thursday night when Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson took a hit from Jeremy Lauzon, which sent the Leafs blueliner’s head to the ice.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / September 29

What does a successful 2026-27 season look like for Oliver Ekman-Larsson?

It seems like much of the latter half of Oliver Ekman-Larsson’s career has involved a steady rotation of a rough season followed by a redemption tour the following year.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / September 23

Maple Leafs’ lineup news: Artur Akhtyamov, Easton Cowan, Oliver Ekman-Larsson join main group vs. Senators

Easton Cowan, Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Artur Akhtyamov will return to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ main group for Wednesday’s split-squad games against the Ottawa Senators.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / August 30

Maple Leafs: 17 years later, how does Oliver Ekman-Larsson stack up to the rest of the 2009 draft class?

Signing players on the wrong side of 30 has come back to bite the Toronto Maple Leafs in the past. For every John Tavares, there’s a David Clarkson experience ready to remind teams to be cautious with how much they offer to these players.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / June 11

Kraken hire ex-Canucks GM Patrik Allvin as assistant GM

It did not take long for former Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin to find his next job as an NHL executive. On Thursday morning, the Seattle Kraken announced they have hired Patrik Allvin as an assistant general manager.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 24

Oliver Ekman-Larsson hopes to remain with Maple Leafs through summer re-tool

What does the future hold for Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Oliver Ekman-Larsson? After a strong 2025-26 campaign, the 34-year-old’s market value is high.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 23

Maple Leafs notebook: Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Tinus Luc Koblar shine at IIHF World Championship

Welcome to an offseason edition of Maple Leafs notebook, where we examine current events in the hockey world. As the Maple Leafs continue their offseason,

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / May 22

Despite trade rumors, Ekman-Larsson expects to remain with Leafs in 2026-27

This article originally appeared on hockeysverige.se and has been translated from Swedish to English. The Toronto Maple Leafs are going through a period of change following the disappointment of this past season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / May 14

Leafs’ Ekman-Larsson named captain for Sweden’s World Championship team

Toronto Maple Leafs’ defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson has been named the captain for his native Sweden at the 2026 World Championships. “I feel honored by the opportunity to be captain of Tre Kronor for the third time in my career,” Ekman-Larsson told the Swedish Ice Hockey Association.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 11

Maple Leafs’ Oliver Ekman-Larsson to join Sweden for 2026 IIHF World Championship

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Oliver Ekman-Larsson will join Sweden for the 2026 IIHF World Championship. Ekman-Larsson was the Maple Leafs’ best defenceman in 2025-26, recording eight goals and 39 points in 78 games.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 9

Maple Leafs’ Oliver Ekman-Larsson praises Ivar Stenberg as Toronto holds decision with 1st overall

The odds were in the Toronto Maple Leafs’ favour on Tuesday night, winning the draft lottery to secure the right to the first overall selection during the 2026 National Hockey League Draft.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / May 8

‘I’m trying to recruit him a little bit’: Leafs’ Ekman-Larsson impressed by Ivar Stenberg

This story originally appeared on hockeysverige.se and has been translated from Swedish to English. On Tuesday, the NHL held its lottery to determine which club would receive the first overall pick in the upcoming NHL Draft.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 8

Oliver Ekman-Larsson named Maple Leafs’ nominee for Bill Masterton Trophy

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Oliver Ekman-Larsson has been named as the nominee for the Bill Masterton Trophy by the Toronto chapter of the Professional Hockey Writers Association.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / March 4

Maple Leafs HC's decision hints at deadline moves to come

Maple Leafs HC Craig Berube's latest decision hints at potential trade-deadline moves

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube made a surprising move by ruling out winger Bobby McMann, center Scott Laughton, and defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson for the game against the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday.

Maple Leafs veteran advised to consider leaving amid free fall

Surprising news emerges regarding Maple Leafs' Nicolas Roy ahead of NHL trade deadline

Maple Leafs players share positive assessment despite loss to Flyers

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 2

Insider reveals key obstacle in Oilers trading for Ekman-Larsson

Insider reveals key obstacle in Oilers trading for Oliver Ekman-Larsson

The Edmonton Oilers’ interest in Ekman-Larsson is no secret.

Kings, Oilers tied their wagons to big-name GMs that NHL has passed by

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / March 1

Maple Leafs Have Big Offer On Table for Ekman-Larsson

“The Leafs, I’m told, have a number one for Oliver Ekman-Larsson. That’s what I’m hearing through the grapevine.” This quote comes from Oilers Now host Bob Stauffer, who revealed that he believes a team has already stepped up to the plate and offered a first-round pick in trade.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / February 28

Maple Leafs reportedly get first-round offer — and selling might be right move

This is perhaps the best time for the Leafs to take advantage and get a first-round pick.

Craig Berube's latest roster move is big news for Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews has forgotten what it means to be captain

Maple Leafs, Senators each in need of win at other's expense

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / January 29

Maple Leafs’ Projected Asking Price For Oliver Ekman-Larsson Seems High

All eyes are on the Toronto Maple Leafs as the trade deadline approaches, and everyone wonders whether they’ll become sellers. It’s difficult to believe that the team could go from being one of the regular-season powers of the Atlantic Division to the bottom in just one season, but that’s the reality Brad Treliving is facing.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / September 16, 2025