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Maple Leafs’ McKenna Matches Feat Not Seen Since 1984

Remember a couple of weeks ago, when people were starting to worry about Gavin McKenna? A quiet debut, a few missed optional skates, and plenty of Toronto speculation.

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Maple Leafs reveal lineup for Mammoth game with key defenseman missing

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off a great night from Auston Matthews and William Nylander, who combined for nine points in their last game. Both forwards had a big impact offensively, and Toronto will be hoping they can keep that going tonight against the Utah Mammoth, with puck drop set for 9 p.m.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Maple Leafs’ Big Advantage Might Be an Internal Rivalry

There was a lot to like about the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 6–3 win over Colorado, and it wasn’t just the final score. Auston Matthews had four points, while William Nylander put up five, matching his career high.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Editor In Leaf / October 13

Maple Leafs have a difficult decision to make on this pending free agent

The Toronto Maple Leafs will have to deal with a situation regarding one of their forwards, who is set to be an unrestricted free agent after this season concludes.

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The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz

How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 13

Maple Leafs’ lineup news: Stolarz projected to start vs. Mammoth, Tavares rejoins 1st power play

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz is projected to start Tuesday’s game against the Utah Mammoth via David Alter of The Hockey News. Stolarz has won both of his starts this season, posting a .904 save percentage through two games.

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.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / October 13

Maple Leafs vs. Mammoth: Before the Puck Drops

Some nights, a Maple Leafs win leaves you feeling pretty good; other nights, you win but still have something to worry about. Saturday's 6-3 victory over Colorado was a little of both.

NHL News / Editor In Leaf / October 13

This Maple Leafs forward could be the difference against the Mammoth

On Tuesday, the Toronto Maple Leafs will try to build on a massive win last Saturday over the Colorado Avalanche when they close out their road trip against the Utah Mammoth.

Morgan Rielly News / Professor Press Box / October 13

The Maple Leafs: Good, Bad, and the Morgan Rielly Question

I've always had a soft spot for Morgan Rielly. He's been a Toronto Maple Leafs stalwart through many good times and some pretty difficult ones, and I've always appreciated the heart he brings to the game.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / October 13

Maple Leafs' Jim Hiller Makes Admission on Chris Tanev's Injury Timeline

The Toronto Maple Leafs will remain without defenseman Chris Tanev after placing the veteran on injured reserve retroactive to Saturday, when he suffered the injury.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Editor In Leaf / October 13

The Maple Leafs' missed opportunities could come back to haunt them

Stop me if you've heard this before: "I know it's early, but..", "It's just three games, but..", "They'll figure it out. It's still early." Over the last few weeks, especially when it comes to the Toronto Maple Leafs, you have probably heard or read these words a million times, or at least a variation of them.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 13

Maple Leafs Prospect Roundup: Danford banged up, Williams leading the way for Saskatoon

Ben Danford turned heads last spring with the way he was able to step into the Toronto Marlies’ lineup, quickly becoming a real contributor for a championship team in his first taste of pro hockey.

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.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 13

Maple Leafs exploring trade for Flames defenceman with 'jam'

New Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka has already reshaped the roster this summer, and the club sits at a modest 3-2-1 to open the 2026-27 season. According to the latest reports, he may not be finished making changes.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Editor In Leaf / October 13

John Chayka needs to find a Chris Tanev replacement as soon as possible

Heading into the 2026-27 season a few players stood out as non-negotiables if the Toronto Maple Leafs were going to be successful. A return to form from Auston Matthews was a must.