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How William Nylander can challenge for the Rocket Richard this season

This year’s Rocket Richard Trophy race will certainly be among the most compelling races to watch. Last year, Leon Draisaitl earned the honour with 52 goals scored, the fewest goals scored by any league leader since 2019. Auston Matthews led the le

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Why Auston Matthews must lead new-look Maple Leafs through swirl of uncertainty

Mitch Marner is gone. John Tavares took a hometown discount. William Nylander remains letter-less. And so this Maple Leafs season is all about captain Auston Matthews, taking the spotlight and aiming to silence the doubters.

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Toronto Marlies 2025-26 Season Preview: Significant turnover, higher expectations

Unlike last season, the Maple Leafs’ brass made sweeping changes to the Toronto Marlies over the summer. While the coaching staff remains firmly in place from the season before, many familiar faces among the player personnel have moved on to pastur

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Published: 2 weeks ago

26 people who will shape the 2025-26 NHL season

After a long summer, we’ve finally arrived at the start of the 2025-26 NHL season. A revamped Toronto Maple Leafs squad is expected to remain in contention for the Stanley Cup, as the team will get underway against the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesd

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Report: Golden Knights, Eichel discussing 8-year extension

The Vegas Golden Knights are having ongoing extension talks with franchise center Jack Eichel, and the two sides are focused on an eight-year pact, reports TSN's Pierre LeBrun.Eichel reportedly has no intention of leaving Vegas.The NHL record eight-y

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Two Toronto Maple Leafs players go undercover in new Tim Hortons ad

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz and forward Steven Lorentz surprised some fans at a Tim Hortons stand. In a partnership with the famous Canadian restaurant chain, Stolarz and Lorentz went undercover to give out hockey cards to fans in

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Auston Matthews Praises McDavid’s Deal — Maple Leafs Fans Lose It

The post Auston Matthews Praises McDavid’s Deal — Maple Leafs Fans Lose It appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Auston Matthews talks the McDavid contract and stirs up attention. Read about his praise for McDavid's deal and the debate it sparked. Th

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Craig Berube on reuniting with Sammy Blais in Toronto: “A heavy, heavy hitter with no fear… He has really good hands and a good shot”

On the eve of the new season, Craig Berube discussed the addition of Sammy Blais to the roster, the plan for Easton Cowan, and the differences in this year’s team vs. last. Practice Lines – October 7 Lines at final Leafs practice before regular s

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Maple Leafs Roster Shuffle: Cap Tricks, Call-Ups, and Goalie Gambles

Things are happening quickly with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The roster looks almost set, but under the surface, there’s a chess game going on — salary cap gymnastics, paper transactions,…

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Published: 2 weeks ago

‘For him, it’s all about winning’: Leafs’ Auston Matthews reacts to Connor McDavid’s contract

McDavid’s new contract checks in nearly $1 million cheaper than Matthews’ on a per-year basis.

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Sammy Blais is excited to prove that he still belongs in the NHL

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Sammy Blais is excited to be joining the team and being around some familiar faces, including head coach Craig Berube. He was claimed off waivers from the Montreal Canadiens on Monday, alongside goalie Cayden Primeau who w

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Published: 2 weeks ago

Brad Treliving on the plan for Easton Cowan: “I want him playing”

On the eve of the season opener, GM Brad Treliving discussed the waiver pickups of Sammy Blais and Cayden Primeau, Joseph Woll’s absence, his forward group after the Scott Laughton injury, and his depth at all positions on the roster. What went int

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