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As the NHL moves closer to training camp, the Toronto Maple Leafs are experiencing a familiar late-summer limbo. The team still faces plenty of questions, and there are more than enough rumours to keep things interesting.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / September 6

What does a successful 2025-26 season look like for Steven Lorentz?

When it comes to having the passion to play for the Toronto Maple Leafs, there isn’t anyone on the Leafs’ roster with more than depth forward Steven Lorentz.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 4

Maple Leafs hoping Michael Pezzetta can mirror Steven Lorentz’ success

The Toronto Maple Leafs had a relatively quiet July 1st and if it wasn’t as quiet as it was there a strong likelihood that we would be talking about Michael Pezzetta a lot less.

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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.

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Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 3

Steven Lorentz discusses falling in love with playing in Toronto after signing 3-year extension

This week, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced that Kitchener native Steven Lorentz is locked in for a three-year extension. The 29-year-old became a fan favourite last season as a Southern Ontario kid who brought size and physicality to Toronto’s bottom six.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Maple Leafs Winger's Immediate Reaction to Signing Multi-Year Contract

Steven Lorentz didn’t hesitate when the Toronto Maple Leafs called with a contract offer. The 29-year-old forward agreed to a three-year extension worth $4.05 million with a $1.35 million annual cap hit on Monday, locking him in just 24 hours before he was set to become an unrestricted free agent.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 30

Steven Lorentz always planned to return to hometown Leafs after signing 3-year extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs may have lost one hometown kid on Monday in Mitch Marner, but another fan favourite local is here to stay. Steven Lorentz signed a three-year extension with the Maple Leafs, carrying an average annual value (AAV) of $1.35 million.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 30

Maple Leafs re-sign Steven Lorentz to 3-year extension worth $1.35M annually

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Monday afternoon that they have re-signed Steven Lorentz to a three-year deal, with an AAV of $1.35 million. On DailyFaceoff’s list of this year’s top 75 UFAs, Lorentz came in at 55th, joining Toronto’s Mitch Marner and Max Pacioretty on the list.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / June 30

Maple Leafs sign Steven Lorentz to three-year contract extension

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Steven Lorentz to a three-year contract extension worth $1.35 million per season. Lorentz joined the Maple Leafs last season, scoring eight goals and 19 points.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 30

Report: Maple Leafs eyeing Lorentz extension ahead of July 1st free agency

We are now just under 24 hours away from this year’s Free Agent Frenzy, as a fresh crop of players are set to hit the market Tuesday at noon. And it looks like for the Toronto Maple Leafs, there’s one hometown kid they’re looking to lock down today while they still have first dibs.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 30

Mitch Marner, Max Pacioretty, Steven Lorentz crack Daily Faceoff’s Top 75 UFAs list

The 2025 NHL Draft has wrapped up, and the focus of all 32 teams has shifted to Tuesday’s free agency window. The annual free agent frenzy is a spectacle around the league, with extensions, new contracts, and trades flying at a pace that’s hard for the casual fan to keep up with.

Toronto Maple Leafs 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.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / June 11

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Matthews’ Defense, Lorentz’s Value & Marner at Disney World?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are in the eye of the offseason storm. The news cycle is heating up with ongoing coaching staff changes and major roster decisions looming.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / June 11

Steven Lorentz brought consistent, physical hockey at a low-cost in first-year with Leafs

If Steven Lorentz proved one thing this year, it’s that boyhood dreams really can come true. After winning the Stanley Cup with the Florida Panthers in 2024, the Kitchener, ON native went unsigned through the summer.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 24

The futures of Treliving, Marner, and Lorentz: Leaflets

It’s the first off-season Leaflets of the year. It would be nice if these would occur a little later into the spring, but all frustration aside, this was the Leafs best post season since Pat Quinn was behind the bench.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 4

Steven Lorentz is expecting a war against his former team in Round 2

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz is ready to lay it on the line against the Florida Panthers in the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 16

Nobody is more excited for the return of the Battle of Ontario than Steven Lorentz

It always strikes a positive chord with the Toronto Maple Leafs fan base when the team acquires a guy who hails from Toronto and grew up a Leafs fan. We

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 30

Steven Lorentz, Maple Leafs rally past Ducks

Steven Lorentz scored the game-winner in the third period as the Toronto Maple Leafs edged the host Anaheim Ducks 3-2 on Sunday night. With the victory, Toronto increased its lead atop the Atlantic Division to three points over Tampa Bay and Florida.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / March 20

Steven Lorentz on Unexpected Referee Play That Gifted Maple Leafs the Win: 'I'll Take That...'

The Toronto Maple Leafs edged out the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 on Wednesday in a game that turned on a bizarre play involving veteran referee Kelly Sutherland.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / January 11

Maple Leafs Forward Steven Lorentz Turning Heads in Toronto, Accomplishing Absurd Feat

For Toronto Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz, the 2024-25 season has been full of surprises, but his latest accomplishment takes the cake. Originally

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / January 6

Leafs' Steven Lorentz Makes Adjustment to Pre-Game Ritual Following Embarrassing Mishap

Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz has a very particular pre-game routine, but after an embarrassing mishap against Washington, he made a necessary adjustment to it.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / December 28

Leafs forward Steven Lorentz the Victim of an Embarrassing Moment During Warmups

During the pre-game skate on Saturday, Maple Leafs' forward Steven Lorentz was the victim of a very embarrassing moment in front of the home crowd in Toronto.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / December 22

Maple Leafs eye immediate extension for this impressive forward

Brad Treliving may have found a nugget of gold when he signed Steven Lorentz, and he's impressed so much the Maple Leafs could be ready to give him an extension.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 17

Maple Leafs Talking Extension for Steven Lorentz After Strong Start

The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly considering extending Steven Lorentz’s one-year deal after being impressed with his strong start to the season. Lorentz, who signed a $775,000 contract for the 2024-25 campaign, becomes eligible for an extension on January 1, 2025.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / October 11

Amazing Old Photos of a Young Steven Lorentz Surface After Scoring His First Goal as a Maple Leaf

Last night, Steven Lorentz scored his first goal as a Toronto Maple Leaf, which led to some wondetful old photos of the new Leaf emerging on social media.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 4, 2024

Maple Leafs sign Stanley Cup champion to PTO

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Florida Panthers News / Florida Hockey Now / June 5, 2024

Bottoms Up: Steven Lorentz Enjoying Ride with the Florida Panthers

FORT LAUDERDALE — Steven Lorentz was out celebrating Canada Day with his friends when he got word he had been traded from the San Jose Sharks to the Florida

Florida Panthers News / Florida Hockey Now / April 26, 2024

Steven Lorentz: From Florida Panthers Scratch to Playoff Hero

TAMPA — Steven Lorentz did not expect to be in the Florida Panthers lineup during the playoffs. The 28-year-old forward was a healthy scratch for most of the regular season.

Florida Panthers News / Florida Hockey Now / March 30, 2024

Steven Lorentz: Patience Pays Off with the Deep Florida Panthers

FORT LAUDERDALE — It has not been an easy first season with the Florida Panthers for Steven Lorentz. You certainly would not know it. There are certain players who always have a smile on their face, a supportive word for a teammate, or a willingness to do anything it takes to help their team regardless of the personal gain.