Well, it’s official – we have entered the dog days of summer. At this time of year, the sole genuine hockey news focuses on the business aspects of the sport, while NHL insiders are enjoying their well-earned break. For the Toronto Maple Leafs fan, most of us turn to the Toronto Blue Jays, but unfortunately,
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It’s impossible to build a Stanley Cup champion without a great general manager (GM) to lead the front office. They are the architects, the ones with a plan and a vision for how the team should draft well, develop and make superb free agency and trade deadline additions, and everything in between. Related: Red Wings
It is July 1st, 2018, and you hear the news: John Tavares is a Toronto Maple Leaf. This day is monumental for both Leafs and New York Islanders fans but for vastly different reasons. Tavares joins the young core of his childhood team, aiming to bring home a Stanley Cup. Meanwhile, the Islanders lose their
The Toronto Maple Leafs had a busy first week of free agency. General Manager (GM) Brad Treliving knew he had to address the blue line, and he did. He also brought in Anthony Stolarz to be a part of a goalie tandem with Joseph Woll. The one area that wasn’t addressed, however, was the forward
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, could the Toronto Maple Leafs move on from David Kampf? One Toronto-based columnist thinks so. Meanwhile, the Boston Bruins and Jeremy Swayman chose not to file for arbitration. Why? The Columbus Blue Jackets were linked to Joel Quenneville but they aren’t interested in him as head coach. Finally, the Pittsburgh
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll delve into the stories of three players currently on the bubble for the Maple Leafs roster, each striving to secure and define their place within the organization. First up is David Kampf. Known for his role as a bottom-six, defensively-focused center, he has been
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Leon Draisaitl‘s agent spoke about the likelihood of the Edmonton Oilers getting a contract done with his client. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs had to get medical clearance before signing Jani Hakanpaa. Is his bad knee going to be an issue? Did the Ottawa Senators turn down a different, possibly
New York Islanders 2018 first-round pick and former top prospect Oliver Wahlstrom has had a rough start to his NHL career. He joined the Islanders full-time in 2020, underwent a coaching change a few seasons later, then tore his ACL once he got in a groove. While it has been clear for a while he
With the NHL’s 2024 Entry Draft starting yesterday, finally, there’s some action to report on for the Toronto Maple Leafs. In this edition of Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll look at some news emerging from the team. First, two Maple Leafs players were honored by being named to the initial rosters of the upcoming
The National Hockey League’s Alumni Association announced June 26 that former NHL player Sergei Berezin has died. He was 52. The NHL Alumni Association is heartbroken to learn of the sudden passing of Sergei Berezin at the age of 52 years old. Sergei was drafted in the 10th round of the 1994 Entry Draft to
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs are on the verge of signing Joseph Woll to an extension, but a new report suggests speculation they might also want to extend Mitch Marner is inaccurate. Meanwhile, Patrick Kane and the New York Rangers might be reuniting this summer as the forward has unfinished business
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced today that Marc Savard has been hired as an assistant coach. The hiring completes head coach Craig Berube’s staff for the upcoming season, which includes associate Lane Lambert, assistant Mike Van Ryn, goaltending coach Curtis Sanford, and video coaches Jordan Bean and Sam Kim. Savard joins the Maple Leafs after
*This archive was originally written in June 2023 With NHL free agency opening in less than 10 days, all 32 NHL teams will be in preparation mode. Before that, the 2024 NHL Draft will take place on June 28 and 29 where the general manager (GM) of each organization will hope to find future centrepieces
NHL Now: David Pagnotta on NHL Now when asked about the goalie market after Jacob Markstrom and Darcy Kuemper were traded this week. ** NHLRumors.com transcription Bill Pidto: “So Kuemper’s a King. Markstrom’s a Devil. How about the rest of the goalie trade market? Linus UIlmark may be on the move soon, from the Bruins.
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Patrik Laine is looking to leave the Columbus Blue Jackets and the team is seeking a trade partner. What’s the latest on Martin Necas trade discussion? Meanwhile, there is more news on reports that the Toronto Maple Leafs and New Jersey Devils are looking into the cost of acquiring Jacob
It’s that time of year when plenty of trade speculation articles are out there. From Mitch Marner to Martin Necas or Nikolaj Ehlers, and now Patrik Laine, some stars could be on the move and plenty of teams are getting ready to make a splash this offseason. Related: 4 Trades the Islanders Must Avoid This
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Edmonton Oilers should have Evander Kane for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. Meanwhile, New York Ranger’s goaltender Igor Shesterkin comments on rumors he might be looking to make $12.5 million or more per season. Is Mitch Marner planning on playing out the 2024-25 NHL season before making
It should come as no surprise to hear that the Vegas Golden Knights might be dipping their toes into the Mitch Marner trade waters. A team that regularly gets in on big deals and is around almost every major player that becomes available on the trade market, the Golden Knights are notorious for swooping in
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