Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs are heading into their first offseason where they have missed the postseason since 2016, with a disappointing season, the Maple Leafs are expected to make major changes to their roster, with some that have the ability to alter the future. Auston Matthews has been a big point of conversation this summer, with reports mentioning he is not able to commit to the Maple Leafs long-term, to

Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images | Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to make significant changes this offseason, and one player whose future with the organization continues to come into question is Morgan Rielly. Rielly remains under contract through the 2029-30 season with an annual cap hit of $7.5 million, while his game has declined greatly over the past two seasons. Many are not sure whether teams will be willing to take on

BATTLE CREEK, MI — The Battle Creek Battle Jacks defeated the Richmond Flying Mummies in the team’s home opener on Wednesday in dominating fashion, winning 6-2. The Battle Jacks struck early, capitalizing with the bases loaded as Owen Larrigan crossed the plate on a passed ball, taking a 1-0 lead through two innings. The Flying Mummies answered back in the top of the third inning, scoring two runs to take a 2-1 lead over the Battle Jacks. The Battle Jacks scored in the fourth

Photo Credit: Riya Amin BATTLE CREEK, MI — The Battle Jacks lost their first game of the regular season 9-5 against the Richmond Flying Mummies on Education Day at MCCU Field. The Bats were hot to begin Education Day at MCCU Field, as both teams exploded for offence straight from the beginning of the game. The Flying Mummies jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the first inning, but the Battle Jacks responded with two runs in the bottom half of the inning, highlighted by Hunter

BATTLE CREEK, MI — The Battle Creek Battle Jacks defeated the Richmond Flying Mummies in the team’s home opener on Wednesday in dominating fashion, winning 6-2. The Battle Jacks struck early, capitalizing with the bases loaded as Owen Larrigan crossed the plate on a passed ball, taking a 1-0 lead through two innings. The Flying Mummies answered back in the top of the third inning, scoring two runs to take a 2-1 lead over the Battle Jacks. The Battle Jacks scored in the fourth

ROYAL OAK, MI — The Battle Creek Battle Jacks closed out the two-game set against the Royal Oak Leprechauns with a 1-0 win on Tuesday at Memorial Park. For the second consecutive day, this proved to be a pitching duel between Battle Jacks starting pitcher Craig Kabat and Cal Rutherford for the Leprechauns. Kabat struck out the side during the first inning and continued his strong play, dealing two more in the top half of the second. The third inning saw the lone run of the ga

By Nicholas Giannone | May 25th, 2026 ROYAL OAK, MI — The Battle Creek Battle Jacks opened the 2026 season with a 1-0 win on Memorial Day against the Royal Oak Leprechauns at Memorial Park. This matchup proved to be a pitching duel from the very beginning, as Jackson Phelps dominated on the mound, while Drew Tolfree from the Royal Oak Leprechauns looked sharp in the season opener. The Battle Jacks’ defence continued to steal the show throughout the night, with strong plays in

Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews reportedly met with general manager John Chayka, along with senior executive advisor Mats Sundin, over Zoom last week, according to Sportsnet NHL insider Elliotte Friedman. Reports from the beginning of the offseason suggested that Matthews was planning on having a meeting with the organization to understand the direction of the team before committing to the

Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images | Bob Frid-Imagn Image The Los Angeles Kings have begun contract extension conversations with former Maple Leafs centre Scott Laughton, according to Dennis Bernstein of the Fourth Period, making the possibility of a return to Toronto unlikely. The Toronto Maple Leafs sent Scott Laughton to the Kings during this past season's trade deadline in a deal that sent a conditional third-round pick, which later turned into a second-round pick du

Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images | Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi is questionable heading into next season following complications of an offseason surgery. Domi will be reevaluated heading into training camp and is listed as out indefinitely, the Maple Leafs announced on Monday. Domi played the 2025-26 season with an undisclosed injury that ultimately hindered his performance and was bad enough to require surgery. Domi posted 36 poin

Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images | Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs had a very disappointing 2025-26 season, missing the playoffs for the first time in a decade. However, one of the very few bright spots the Maple Leafs saw during the season was the play and production of Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Anyone surrounding the Maple Leafs understands there needs to be a change. In terms of the front office, much of the change has already occurred during the

Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs finished the 2025-26 regular season outside the playoff circle for the first time since 2015-16, signalling major changes within the organization. With a new front office, John Chayka and Mats Sundin will have some tough decisions to make while strengthening the team in all areas. The Maple Leafs struggled everywhere this past season. On the defensive end, they couldn't stop the oppo

The Washington Capitals re-signed former Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Timothy Liljegren on Wednesday to a two-year extension paying $6.5 million. Liljegren’s contract will carry a $3.25 million annual average value. This signing comes shocking to most, especially Maple Leafs fans, because of the inconsistency the Swedish defender has shown over his career. The 27-year-old spent the 2025-26 season with both the San Jose Sharks and Washington Capitals, posting 11 points, incl

Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images | Sergei Belski-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs are heading into their most important offseason the team has seen in decades, after a disappointing season missing the playoffs for the first time since 2015-16. John Chayka, newly hired general manager, is expected to make major decisions regarding the team. According to NHL insider Chris Johnston, the Maple Leafs are looking to shuffle their roster. They are eyeing major blockb

Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images | Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs are beginning to be able to shape where they will be selecting in the 2026 NHL Draft on June 26th in Buffalo. With the Buffalo Sabres' round-two exit after a heartbreaking overtime Game 7 loss to the Montreal Canadiens on Monday, the draft order for the team eliminated from the postseason has been finalized. For the Toronto Maple Leafs, this means they will be

Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images As the IIHF World Hockey Championships are well underway, many of the Maple Leafs participating have seen success as key contributors to their countries; however, Joseph Woll has struggled with Team USA to begin the tournament. Joseph Woll has appeared in two games for the USA so far, and hasn't performed to the standards anyone believed he would heading into the championships. Rough start for Woll at IIHF Wo

Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs fired Craig Berube back on May 13, following a disappointing 2025-26 season where the Maple Leafs missed the postseason for the first time in a decade. The Edmonton Oilers fall into a similar situation where they fell short of expectations. After reaching the Stanley Cup Finals back-to-back seasons, the Oilers weren't able to get to that same level during the regular se

Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images | Bob Frid-Imagn Images As the Toronto Maple Leafs search for their new head coach, following the firing of Craig Berube, they will need to find the right candidate to have it work for their star center Auston Matthews The Maple Leafs have turned the page and are searching for their fourth head coach over the past ten seasons, and they can't get this one wrong. Over the past decade, they have had several coaches with different styles th

Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images | David Kirouac-Imagn Images When the Toronto Maple Leafs signed Dakota Mermis during the 2024 offseason, the move was viewed strictly as a depth addition on the blue line. The Maple Leafs were looking to add experienced defenders who could step into the lineup when injuries occurred and help stabilize the backend for the Toronto Marlies. Mermis arrived in Toronto after spending time with multiple NHL organizations, including the M

Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images | Bob Frid-Imagn Images Three Toronto Maple Leafs players stood out during the opening day at the IIHF World Hockey Championships. John Tavares and Morgan Rielly played for Team Canada as they faced off against Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Team Sweden. Canada ended up winning the contest 5-3, but each player contributed on the scoresheet for each of their countries. Maple Leafs with a strong opening day at the IIHF World Hockey Championship