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Brendan Shanahan on Mitch Marner’s importance to the Maple Leafs: “Anybody who can get you 100 points and also be one of the top one or two defensive forwards in the NHL means you’re a special player”

Ahead of the opening of 2024 training camp, President Brendan Shanahan discussed the MLSE ownership change with Rogers’ buyout of Bell, the offseason changes on the ice, and his reasons for optimism after so much playoff failure during his tenure.

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Published: 3 months ago

Brad Treliving on whether there is a path for Robertson, Cowan and other youth to make the Leafs: “I don’t care if you’re 18 or 38; we’ll make room if they can help us win”

Ahead of the opening of 2024 training camp, GM Brad Treliving discussed the latest injury updates, whether the team has improved over last season, the competition in the net, and whether there is a path for young players to make the opening-night ros

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Published: 3 months ago

Trading for This 30-Goal Scorer Isn’t Worth Maple Leafs Risk

The post Trading for This 30-Goal Scorer Isn’t Worth Maple Leafs Risk appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. There's no doubt that Kyle Palmieri was a solid scorer for the New York Islanders. But is he worth the risk to bring to the Maple Leafs? The pos

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Published: 3 months ago

NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Flyers, Ducks, Oilers, Kings, and Blue Jackets

Could the Philadelphia Flyers and Anaheim Ducks be trade partners? The Edmonton Oilers at some point could be looking for a top-four defenseman.

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Published: 3 months ago

Will Mitch Marner Be a Career Toronto Maple Leaf?

It’s fascinating to hear Mitch Marner talk about why staying with the Toronto Maple Leafs is so important to him. There’s no hesitation when he speaks—Toronto is where he wants…

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Published: 3 months ago

Incrementalism defeats radical disruption as Maple Leafs push forward in Stanley Cup pursuit

The prevailing logic surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs posited that the team would benefit from radical disruption, perhaps in the form of a seismic trade involving resident stars Mitch Marner or John Tavares. It was promised to be a summer full of

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Published: 3 months ago

Staios explains surprise Nikolay Kulemin invite to Senators camp

Senators GM Steve Staios talks about why former Maple Leafs and Islanders forward Nikolay Kulemin was brought into camp on a PTO, says he’s in fantastic shape and played at a high level in the KHL.

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Published: 3 months ago

‘Great Player’: Maple Leafs’ Matthews Praises Star Forward for Handling Adversity

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews praised Mitch Marner for the way he has handled the trade rumors involving him all summer. The post ‘Great Player’: Maple Leafs’ Matthews Praises Star Forward for Handling Adversity appeared first on

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Published: 3 months ago

Maple Leafs & Blue Jackets Could Be Trade Partners This Preseason

According to a report from TSN’s hockey insider Chris Johnston, it appears that after signing James van Reismdyk, the Columbus Blue Jackets are still in the market for an NHL-caliber…

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Published: 3 months ago

Mitch Marner, Maple Leafs building wall around critical contract year

As training camp opened on the dazzling playmaker’s ninth pro season but first as an impending unrestricted free agent, Mitch Marner — with full support from the Toronto Maple Leafs— is erecting a barrier.

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Published: 3 months ago

Rogers’ MLSE deal a seismic shift for Canadian sports

Changes seemed inevitable to the ownership structure at Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment. The bombshell came sooner than anyone expected, with Rogers’ deal to buy out Bell having major ramifications for Canadian sports.

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Published: 3 months ago

Brad Treliving, Craig Berube outline how Easton Cowan can crack Maple Leafs’ lineup

During the opening day of training camp, Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving and head coach Craig Berube both took questions from the media regarding the lead-up to the season. During both of their availabilities, they both directly an

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Published: 3 months ago