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Jan 12, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander (88) reacts to a the third period goal scored against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena.
6 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Craig Berube delivers a concerning update regarding William Nylander
Dec 21, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Simon Benoit (2) looks on during the game at the American Airlines Center.
7 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Maple Leafs lose yet another defenseman to injury, and it's bad news
Jan 10, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander (88) stick handles the puck at the side of the Vancouver Canucks net during the third period at Scotiabank Arena.
8 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Toronto Maple Leafs lose William Nylander against the Golden Knights
Nov 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Artur Akhtyamov (70) warms up before playing the Los Angeles Kings at Scotiabank Arena.
10 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

24-Year-Old Maple Leafs goaltending prospect earns major honor in the AHL
Nov 8, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Anthony Stolarz (41) warms up before playng the Boston Bruins at Scotiabank Arena.
11 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Anthony Stolarz for Dougie Hamilton trade proposal is gaining steam
Mar 19, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner (16) and Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) during a break in the action against the Colorado Avalanche at Scotiabank Arena.
15 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Auston Matthews reveals what he really thinks about Mitch Marner
Jan 12, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) makes a pad save in overtime against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena.
16 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Toronto Maple Leafs make key change in net against the Golden Knights
Jan 13, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matthew Knies (23) and Utah Mammoth defenseman Ian Cole (28) battle for the puck during the third period at Delta Center.
17 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Maple Leafs lineup vs. the Golden Knights: Matthew Knies & Craig Berube avoid disaster
Nov 8, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nick Robertson (89) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Boston Bruins in the first period at Scotiabank Arena.
18 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Toronto Maple Leafs get much-needed good news concerning Nick Robertson
Jun 1, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs new general manager Brad Treliving is introduced at a press conference at Scotiabank Arena.
20 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Maple Leafs tease trade with presence at Golden Knights-Kings game
Oct 8, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mitch Marner (93) warms up before a game against the Los Angeles Kings at T-Mobile Arena.
21 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Mitch Marner makes Auston Matthews' Maple Leafs record all about himself
Jan 3, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson (4) controls the puck against the Nashville Predators during the third period at Scotiabank Saddledome.
22 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

New Rasmus Andersson report puts real pressure on Brad Treliving to get a deal done
Oct 14, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mitch Marner (93) skates during the third period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome.
23 hours ago | Par Alexander Cole

Mitch Marner disrespects the Maple Leafs ahead of first matchup since infamous trade
Jan 12, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Scott Laughton (24) takes a shot on goal in the first period at Ball Arena.
Jan 14 | Par Alexander Cole

The Leafs have reportedly decided on whether or not to keep Scott Laughton
Jan 24, 2023; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils defenseman Dougie Hamilton (7) plays the puck against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period at Prudential Center.
Jan 14 | Par Alexander Cole

The Maple Leafs will trade for Dougie Hamilton, but only on one condition
Nov 16, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Jani Hakanpaa (28) pursues the play against the Edmonton Oilers in the second period at Scotiabank Arena.
Jan 14 | Par Alexander Cole

Ex-Maple Leafs defenseman Jani Hakanpaa signs new professional contract
Dec 9, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mitch Marner (93) celebrates his goal against the New York Islanders during the first period at UBS Arena.
Jan 14 | Par Alexander Cole

Mitch Marner reveals whether or not he still cheers for the Toronto Maple Leafs
Jan 10, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube watches the action against the Vancouver Canucks during the third period at Scotiabank Arena.
Jan 14 | Par Alexander Cole

Craig Berube was honest about the Maple Leafs after a rough night for Dennis Hildeby
Former Coyote Paul Bissonnette tosses hats to fans on the 10th tee box during the Waste Management Phoenix Open Annexus Pro-Am at TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course. Bissonnette was Doans caddie. Annexus Pro Am
Jan 14 | Par Alexander Cole

Paul Bissonnette earns major contract with TNT, and it's good news for the Maple Leafs
Nov 5, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Chicago Blackhawks forward Nick Foligno (17) during a stop in play against the Vancouver Canucks in the second period at Rogers Arena.
Jan 14 | Par Alexander Cole

Three Ex-Maple Leafs forwards are officially on the trading block
Dec 22, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Justin Faulk (72) warms up before a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena.
Jan 14 | Par Alexander Cole

Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly setting their sights on $45 million defenseman
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