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NHL Rumors: McKenna Concern, Oilers Center Trade, Larkin and Edvinsson UpdateIn today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Toronto Maple Leafs are already facing questions about rookie Gavin McKenna after a handful of missed optional skates. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers are reportedly…The Hockey Writers - Bruins · 2026-10-06
NHL Rumor Roundup: Updates On Quinn Hughes And Pavel Zacha, Maple Leafs Could Peddle Miles WoodThe ongoing uncertainty over the contract negotiations for Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes and Boston Bruins center Pavel Zacha could make them trade candidates if new deals aren't in place by the March 1 trade…The Hockey News · 2026-10-06
Rocket Richard With The Toronto Maple Leafs?Roch Carrier’s book The Hockey Sweater is an iconic piece of Canadian literature ever written.Hockey History with Joe Pelletier · 2026-10-06
Gavin McKenna skipping Maple Leafs optional skates is a good thingIt's actually a good thing that Gavin McKenna is skipping optional skates early in the seasonEditor In Leaf · 2026-10-06
This Maple Leafs soaring forward can fuel Toronto's 2026-27 bounce backDon't be surprised if this Maple Leafs forward helps Toronto bounce back this campaign.Editor In Leaf · 2026-10-06
NHL Predictions: Nashville Predators vs Toronto Maple Leafs, October 6Welcome back for another glorious campaign of NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and…Last Word On Hockey - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-06
Under The Hood: Shot Generation vs. Finishing Woes for The Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews-Kirill Marchenko DuoAuston Matthews and Kirill Marchenko have a goal a piece through three games, but the numbers show they should have more.The Hockey News - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-06
What the Leafs must ditch, drive, and double-down on vs. PredatorsThree games in, the Maple Leafs are a mixed bag of good and bad traits. Here is what Toronto must ditch, drive, and double-down on to beat the Nashville Predators.Editor In Leaf · 2026-10-06
How realistic is another Maple Leafs blockbuster? How much will Matthews score? MailbagIn this edition of the Mirtle mailbag: a guess at the Leafs' chances of making the playoffs, a Zach Werenski temperature check and more.The Athletic - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-06
'It Gives Me Good Excuses Right Now': Kirill Marchenko’s Quirky Charm, No. 34 Roots And The Pressure To Deliver For The Maple LeafsMarchenko has a goal and an assist in three games with the Maple Leafs and seems to be settling into his new club well.The Hockey News - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-06Tuesday's FTB: Wringing meaning out of EdgeThe opacity has been a feature not a bug so far.Pension Plan Puppets · 2026-10-06
Easton Cowan immediately deserves a bigger opportunity on the Maple LeafsMaple Leafs forward Easton Cowan continues to build his case for a shot at a top-line role alongside Auston Matthews and Kirill Marchenko.Editor In Leaf · 2026-10-06
Maple Leafs are saying all the right things about Gavin McKenna’s slow startThe hockey world may be starting to worry about Gavin McKenna, but the Maple Leafs locker room still believes in the rookie.Editor In Leaf · 2026-10-06
Hiller plays the waiting game with Tavares, Nylander and McKenna lineLeafs’ second line has a combined five points between them through three gamesThe Globe and Mail Hockey · 2026-10-05
Why the Maple Leafs feel better about their defensive play after three gamesLow-event hockey at the other end has gone unnoticed amid Toronto's offensive strugglesToronto Sun - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-05
The Marchenko Bet & The Leafs’ Possession Play, Sundin’s Push for Bobrovsky, Second-Line Struggles — Maple Leafs NotebookIn the past two seasons, the Maple Leafs barely possessed the puck. Last season, they finished last in 5v5 shot-attempt share. The year they won their division, they finished 29th but were buoyed by excellent…Maple Leafs Hotstove · 2026-10-05
Jim Hiller on how Gavin McKenna is handling a slow first three NHL games offensively: “He just seems unflappable to me”After Monday’s practice, Jim Hiller discussed the Maple Leafs’ offense, his patience with line combinations, Gavin McKenna’s adjustment to the NHL, and the emphasis on getting pucks and traffic to the net. What are you…Maple Leafs Hotstove · 2026-10-05
OLG launches Maple Leafs scratch ticketNHL team-themed lotto ticket boasts $8 million in prizes, with top prize of $250,000Toronto Sun - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-05
Darren Raddysh is part of the Maple Leafs’ biggest problem — and the solutionMuch of the talk around the Toronto Maple Leafs' modest start has centered on their newcomers, and Darren Raddysh is among the names drawing the most attention.Editor In Leaf · 2026-10-05
'That Line Could Do It Better': How Maple Leafs Coach Jim Hiller Thinks Second Line Can Improve, Players On What's Gone WrongThe Toronto Maple Leafs' second line has room to improve considering the personnel. Here's what head coach Jim Hiller believes the line needs to do better, and what John Tavares and William Nylander think the trio can…The Hockey News - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-05
The panic over Gavin McKenna is completely overblownThe Toronto Maple Leafs rookie would look so much better if just a couple things went his way. He's playing just fine.Editor In Leaf · 2026-10-05
Inside The Leafs: Does Easton Cowan deserve more ice time?Toronto Sun - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-05
The 2012 Maple Leafs – Lightning Blockbuster Trade That Wasn’tEvery NHL trade has a story, from the biggest deadline blockbusters to the smallest depth moves to fill out an American Hockey League (AHL) roster. Sometimes that story is of…The Hockey Writers - Lightning · 2026-10-05
How Maple Leafs' Teddy Blueger is dealing with Toronto trafficSigned by the Maple Leafs in July, Teddy Blueger has been finding the off-ice adjustment to life in Toronto to be challenging.Toronto Sun - Senators tag · 2026-10-05
The real reason why the Maple Leafs traded Matthew KniesWhat drove Toronto to trade Matthew Knies? On a recent episode of Real Kyper and Bourne, the Sportsnet analysts pinpointed the definitive reason behind the shocking move.Editor In Leaf · 2026-10-05
Maple Leafs’ Teddy Blueger Shocked By Brutal Toronto Traffic On Game DaysTeddy Blueger quickly found his “welcome to Toronto” moment away from the ice: stuck in an hour of gridlock trying to reach Scotiabank Arena on game day.The Hockey News - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-05
Bruins’ Fraser Minten, Mason Lohrei and the promise of upsideMinten has primarily been the Bruins’ No. 3 center following his arrival from the Toronto Maple Leafs.The Athletic - Bruins · 2026-10-05
Auston Matthews Sets New Standard As Maple Leafs Captain, Leading Optional Skill Session Amid Slow StartAuston Matthews took the ice for a skills session the morning after a tough loss, setting a standard for a Maple Leafs team whose top line is dominating the ice while waiting for the bounces to follow.The Hockey News - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-05Monday's FTB: The first road trip is coming up soonThe grind begins with a game at home to Nashville and then a trip to Vegas.Pension Plan Puppets · 2026-10-05
The Maple Leafs need Kirill Marchenko to be great: Monday Morning Leafs ReportMarchenko has so far flashed the tools that led GM John Chayka to trade for him. He'll have to keep it up to make the gamble worthwhile.The Athletic - Maple Leafs · 2026-10-05