Toronto Maple Leafs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Matthew Knies News / The Hockey Writers / July 19

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Knies’ Value Established & Canadiens’ Schedule Advantage

The Toronto Maple Leafs‘ offseason continues to produce plenty of conversation, even without a major blockbuster trade happening every week. Under new general manager John Chayka, the organization has been making decisions that suggest patience is part of the plan.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 19

Are Alfredsson and Sundin the Maple Leafs’ Secret Weapons?

When people talk about the Toronto Maple Leafs’ offseason, the conversation usually goes straight to the players who came in and the players who left. That makes sense.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / July 19

Maple Leafs Post Video Teaser About Another Possible Signing

The Toronto Maple Leafs posted an interesting video on Saturday, one that seems out of left field until you consider that it might be teasing a possible UFA contract on a veteran forward.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / July 19

The Maple Leafs Made a Choice: Offence or Playoff Depth?

Recently, I read a post expressing concern about the Toronto Maple Leafs’ bottom-six forwards. If the question is, “Who is going to replace the offence lost when Mitch Marner and others moved on?” there are legitimate questions.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / July 19

Roslovic vs. Mantha? Did the Maple Leafs Prioritize Fit?

When the Toronto Maple Leafs signed Jack Roslovic, there was an understandable reaction from some fans: why him? On the surface, GM John Chayka could have gone after Anthony Mantha.

Morgan Rielly News / NHL Rumors / July 19

Reading Between the Lines on Social Media Posts and Morgan Rielly

OverDrive: Martin Biron on OverDrive TSN 1050 radio, when asked if it’s a failure if the Toronto Maple Leafs don’t trade Morgan Rielly and get an asset for him.

Jim Hiller News / The Hockey Writers / July 19

Jim Hiller’s Hiring Reveals the Biggest Change Coming to the Maple Leafs

John Chayka wasted little time making his mark on the Toronto Maple Leafs. Just 10 days after being hired as general manager on May 3, 2026, he dismissed head coach Craig Berube and launched what he described as an extensive coaching search.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / July 18

Maple Leafs Missing Out on Superstar

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been linked to star free agent forward Patrick Kane since free agency opened on July 1st. One of the biggest draws for Toronto to be linked to Kane is the friendship he’s built with Maple Leafs captain and fellow American, Auston Matthews.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / July 18

More Morgan Rielly Trade Rumours: Why Clickbait Draws You In

In a recent Toronto Maple Leafs rumours post about Morgan Rielly, the writer creates a “rumour chain” to invite you into his network of silliness. Here’s how it works.

Hayley Wickenheiser News / Professor Press Box / July 18

Hayley Wickenheiser & Seeing the Game Differently As a Woman

Hayley Wickenheiser’s exit from the Toronto Maple Leafs got me thinking — is there something unique women who played high-level women’s hockey bring to the NHL conversation?

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 18

Revisiting Calder Trophy Seasons: Frank McCool’s 1944-45 Season

It was one of the quickest, yet more successful individual NHL careers, that included a strong rookie season from a former Toronto Maple Leafs’ goaltender.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / July 18

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Roslovic, Joshua, Lorentz & Tough Fourth-Line Choice

The Toronto Maple Leafs are in the quiet part of the NHL calendar, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t plenty to think about. With training camp still weeks away, much of the discussion has shifted from major transactions to how John Chayka and Jim Hiller will put the pieces together.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / July 18

3 Reasons the Maple Leafs Got Worse This Offseason

The Toronto Maple Leafs did some good things this offseason, but they did not get better. It’s easy to say that criticism follows the Maple Leafs from everywhere in the NHL, but it’s hard to believe that they have been considered a team that had one of the strongest offseasons in terms of improving their team, when they didn’t.

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Michael Bunting News / Professor Press Box / July 18

The Maple Leafs Don’t Need Michael Bunting; They Need Better Roster Thinking

One interesting thing about building an NHL roster is that the easiest move isn't always the right one. When a familiar player becomes available, especially one who had success in Toronto, the temptation is obvious.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / July 18

The Maple Leafs Changed Their Priorities: Will It Work?

While reading the comments on a recent post on The Hockey Writers, I came across one that really caught my attention. He thought the Toronto Maple Leafs made three big mistakes by moving Bobby McMann, Nick Robertson, and Dennis Hildeby.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / July 17

Key Dates in the Maple Leafs 2026-27 Schedule

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Wednesday that they will host the Montreal Canadiens in their home opener on September 29th. On Thursday, the NHL released the rest of the 2026-27 schedule.

Michael Bunting News / The Hockey Writers / July 17

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Robertson’s Fresh Start & Bunting’s Comeback?

One of the interesting things about building an NHL roster is that not every player who leaves is a failure, and not every player who stays is automatically the right fit.

John Chayka News / The Hockey Writers / July 17

The Maple Leafs Are Worse on Paper, But Chayka’s Plan May Actually Work

When a team loses nearly 170 points worth of production in one offseason, the natural reaction is to assume it has become weaker. At first glance, that appears to be exactly what happened to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Matthew Knies News / 6IX ON ICE / July 17

Matthew Knies lines: Projections for the Toronto Maple Leafs left wing battle

As the summer drags on, we inch closer to every hockey fan’s favourite time of year, the start of a new NHL season, and that is definitely the case for Leafs fans in Toronto and beyond.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / July 17

6 Maple Leafs games to circle on the calendar in 2026-27

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced their 2026-27 schedule on Wednesday, and with it comes the excitement of the return to hockey being just around the corner.