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

Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images | Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Oliver Ekman-Larsson has been given the honour to captain Team Sweden at the IIHF World Hockey Championships. Lucas Raymond and Mattias Ekholm will serve as the team's alternate captains, Sweden announced. Oliver Ekman-Larsson speaks on being captain of Team Sweden “I feel honoured by the opportunity to be captain of Tre Kronor for the third time in my career. We h

Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images | Bob Frid-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering one of the most important off-seasons in franchise history, and much of the attention is around captain Auston Matthews and his long-term future with the organization. Matthews remains under contract through the 2027-28 season; however, there have been major rumours surrounding his commitment to the club. Recent reports from Chris Johnston of The Athletic and comments from gen

Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images | Jeff Curry-Imagn Images When the Toronto Maple Leafs selected Joseph Woll in the third round of the 2016 NHL Draft, the organization believed they had found a potential starting goaltender for the future. Over the past few seasons, Woll has shown flashes of that upside, delivering strong stretches of play and proving he can perform at a high level when healthy. The 2025-26 season, however, was a challenging one for Woll. After enter

Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering one of the most important off-seasons in franchise history. After missing the playoffs for the first time in a decade, the organization is under significant pressure, with newly hired general manager John Chayka and senior executive advisor Mats Sundin facing several critical decisions that will decide the fate of the Maple Leafs future. And now, that could involve makin

Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images | Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs made the tough decision to let go of their head coach, Craig Berube, John Chayka announced on Wednesday. Berube's tenure in Toronto lasted just two seasons, which, looking back, comes as a surprise to many. The former head coach posted a record of 84-62-18 during his time in Toronto, while helping the Maple Leafs reach game seven of the second round against the Stanley Cu

Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images | Eric Bolte-Imagn Images The Buffalo Sabres entered Game 4 of their second-round series against the Montreal Canadiens in desperate need of a win. After taking Game 1, Buffalo’s approach quickly unraveled, as the Canadiens adjusted and found a formula to score in bunches and take the lead in the series. Many expected Lindy Ruff to make minor changes within the Sabres lineup, as they were the best team in the Atlantic Division and had

Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images | Eric Canha-Imagn Images Boston Bruins defenceman Charlie McAvoy has been suspended for six games after slashing Buffalo Sabres left winger Zach Benson in game six during the first round of the 2026 NHL Playoffs between the Sabres and Bruins. McAvoy Will Serve the Suspension During the 2026-27 Season As the Bruins have been eliminated from the postseason, McAvoy will serve his suspension at the start of the 2026–27 NHL regular season

Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images | James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to be a busy team this offseason, and with a new front office led by John Chayka and Mats Sundin, there will be no shortage of speculation surrounding the roster. With the Maple Leafs missing the postseason for the first time in a decade, many can expect major changes heading the organization’s way. One player who has been the subject of trade rumours is Ma

Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images | David Kirouac-Imagn Images Toronto Maple Leafs 2024 first-round pick, Ben Danford, is set for a big summer ahead of himself, as he has his eyes set on making the NHL next season, following his game seven loss with the Hamilton Bulldogs in the Eastern Conference Finals. Danford had a solid season in the Ontario Hockey League, as he just jumped to the AHL with the Toronto Marlies for the remainder of their playoff run. Danford prod

Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images | Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs had their worst season in a decade during the 2025-26 season. Over the course of the beginning of the offseason, there has already been a lot of turnover in the Maple Leafs front office, with John Chayka and Mats Sundin taking over for Brad Treliving. Heading into the summer, the Maple Leafs have a lot of work to get back to the level of hockey fans are accustomed to seeing. In Cha

Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images | Eric Hartline-Imagn Images The Carolina Hurricanes and Colorado Avalanche have dominated the postseason in 2026. They each remain undefeated as we have hit the midpoint of the second round. Domination From the Very Beginning of the Playoffs The Hurricanes dominated the first round, destroying the Ottawa Senators from start to finish. For many who watched the games, it was clear the teams were far more uneven than the scores sugge

Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images | Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images Toronto Maple Leafs CEO Keith Pelley cost Brad Treliving his job with the Maple Leafs over the course of last season, and he simply can't make the same mistakes with John Chayka and Mats Sundin next season. According to The Athletic, Keith Pelley made an appearance in the Maple Leafs war room during last season's trade deadline. Pelley reportedly came into the room with trade return suggestions that were

Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka is set to meet with head coach Craig Berube in the coming days, according to an NHL insider, Pierre LeBrun, on TSN's show OverDrive. What the Maple Leafs are planning to do with Craig Berube is yet to be determined, as the meeting in the coming days will likely touch upon where the two are at, and if Berube will remain as the Maple Leafs head coa

Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images | Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering one of the most important off-seasons in franchise history. After missing the playoffs for the first time in nearly a decade, newly hired general manager John Chayka and senior executive advisor Mats Sundin understand the organization needs to take necessary steps forward to get back to what this team once was. While the conversations remain about Auston Matthews a