Elliotte Friedman is reporting that the Toronto Maple Leafs have begun, at least in a preliminary fashion, contract extension talks with defenseman Jake McCabe. Noting he’s the kind of defenseman the team needs, despite adding Chris Tanev and Oliver Ekman-Larsson, it sounds like the Leafs feel McCabe is someone they don’t want to lose. McCabe…
Although there are questions surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs’ goaltending heading into the 2024-25 season, it might not be the Achilles heel some hockey pundits predict. While the situation remains unproven—especially with Matt Murray recovering from injury—there’s growing optimism that this year’s tandem of Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz could surprise many. Woll, the leading…
The Toronto Maple Leafs are among several teams interested in free-agent winger Max Pacioretty, according to TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston. Johnston mentioned on TSN Radio 1050’s First Up that the Leafs are exploring their options with Pacioretty but face competition from other teams. “Certainly someone that the Leafs have some interest in, that they’ve…
Writing for Leafs Nation, John Steitzer recently posted an article titled “Too Green vs. Too Rusty.” In the article, he discussed how the Toronto Maple Leafs have surrounded their core with veteran players to push the team further in the postseason. He also expressed concern about rumors of Toronto eyeing 35-year-old Max Pacioretty, who has…
Alex Nylander has become a free agent after being non-tendered by the Columbus Blue Jackets, despite a strong finish to his season. Given his resume, recognizable name, and recent performance, it’s surprising he has not yet signed with a new team. In fact, according to hockey analyst Josh Wegman of The Score, the free-agent younger…
As Mitch Marner approaches a pivotal juncture in his career, speculation mounts over his potential departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs. While pursuing more excellent financial opportunities is a natural “goal” for any professional hockey player, Marner faces a significant personal dilemma. Leaving Toronto could mean missing out on the chance to cement his legacy…
It’s tough to be a Toronto Maple Leafs fan in many ways. One always seems to get sucked into the offseason belief that this team is shaping up well and that, given the roster revisions, this might be the season for a sustained Stanley Cup run. Alas, it hasn’t happened in the past six seasons….
Brad Treliving, in his first year as General Manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, has faced immense pressure, given the team’s high-profile nature. Having been on the job for about 14 months, Treliving hasn’t overhauled every aspect of the team but has significantly improved in two critical areas: goaltending and defense. In the video below,…
Easton Cowan had a great 2023-24 season in junior hockey with the London Knights. He’s a player who could (and I believe will) significantly impact the Toronto Maple Leafs team this season. The question is: What should the Maple Leafs do with this young rising star? One of the Worst-Kept Secrets Is Cowan’s Place on…
Maple Leafs Hire Mark Leach as Director of Amateur Scouting On Thursday, July 18, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced the hiring of Mark Leach as the team’s new Director of Amateur Scouting. Leach takes over from Wes Clark, who moved to the Pittsburgh Penguins as Vice President of Player Personnel. Leach brings extensive experience from…
