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The Sergei Bobrovsky bet, the Nick Paul trade, contemplating a Matthews-Nylander line, McKenna’s development, and other offseason notes [2026 Offseason Review, Part 4]
We wrap up the 2026 Offseason Review series with an assortment of thoughts on the Sergei Bobrovsky signing, the Leafs’ work in the trade market, Gavin McKenna’s development, possible line combinations, the average age of the Leafs’ roster, and more. In case you missed the first three installments of the series: Part 1: After the […] The post The Sergei Bobrovsky bet, the Nick Paul trade, contemplating a Matthews-Nylander line, McKenna’s development, and other offseason notes [2026 Offseason ...
How much better is the Maple Leafs’ defense? [2026 Offseason Review, Part 3]
As is always the case, the defense market was extremely difficult this NHL offseason. Teams rarely let quality defensemen go, and when they do, the acquisition costs are exorbitant. There were a number of defensemen traded who, to varying degrees, would have helped the Maple Leafs. But in most cases, the prices were difficult to […] The post How much better is the Maple Leafs’ defense? [2026 Offseason Review, Part 3] appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
“I don’t think Jim Hiller has to be great. He just has to be normal.” — Anthony Petrielli discusses the Leafs’ offseason changes on and off the ice on SN590
Anthony Petrielli joined The FAN Morning Show to discuss his Maple Leafs Offseason Review series currently underway on MLHS. On GM John Chayka’s first offseason at the helm: They haven’t played a game yet, so it’s still reserved. But for someone who was out of the league for half a decade, the original concerns were: […] The post “I don’t think Jim Hiller has to be great. He just has to be normal.” — Anthony Petrielli discusses the Leafs’ offseason changes on and off the ice on SN590 appear...
Will the Maple Leafs’ deployment strategy finally align up front? [2026 Offseason Review, Part 2]
The irony of all the moves the Maple Leafs made this offseason is that they positioned themselves to do not only what should have been done last season, but quite literally what they said they were going to do. Here was Brad Treliving last offseason, in a quote we referenced regularly: “I have used the […] The post Will the Maple Leafs’ deployment strategy finally align up front? [2026 Offseason Review, Part 2] appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
After the Maple Leafs’ offseason of change, the same truth remains: The buck stops with Auston Matthews [2026 Offseason Review, Part 1]
The NHL offseason has officially slowed to a crawl. The bulk of available players have found new homes, the insiders are on summer vacation, and the news cycle has slowed to the odd tidbit here or there. We already analyzed each Maple Leafs signing one by one as they happened, but a few weeks later, […] The post After the Maple Leafs’ offseason of change, the same truth remains: The buck stops with Auston Matthews [2026 Offseason Review, Part 1] appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
Maple Leafs’ 2026-27 Schedule Released: Boxing Day in Montreal, Black Friday in Boston, Bobrovsky returns to Florida Mar. 6 & more
Now with an 84-game schedule, the NHL season opener will take place at the end of September this year, and the Maple Leafs will play on the opening night of the NHL regular season: Tuesday, September 29, vs. Montreal in Toronto, followed by a back-to-back against the Isles on Wednesday, September 30. That means we’re […] The post Maple Leafs’ 2026-27 Schedule Released: Boxing Day in Montreal, Black Friday in Boston, Bobrovsky returns to Florida Mar. 6 & more appeared first on Maple Leafs Hot...
Maple Leafs continue reshaping front office with hiring of Jeremiah Crowe as Dir. of Player Personnel
The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to reshape their management group, announcing Jeremiah Crowe as their new Director of Player Personnel. Crowe spent the last nine seasons working his way through the Buffalo Sabres organization, where he started as a pro scout before a promotion to Director of Scouting and later shifting to Director of Pro […] The post Maple Leafs continue reshaping front office with hiring of Jeremiah Crowe as Dir. of Player Personnel appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
New Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan on Mark Giordano’s promotion: “He is an elite hockey mind who will get a great opportunity to run the D and the PK”
New Toronto Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan joined TSN Overdrive to discuss the process behind landing the Marlies job, his experience running the Leafs’ power play last season, working with John Chayka and team management, and the famous clip of the fan interaction in Colorado during his playing days. Take us through how it all […] The post New Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan on Mark Giordano’s promotion: “He is an elite hockey mind who will get a great opportunity to run the D and the ...
Maple Leafs’ front office overhaul continues: Leach, Wickenheiser, Morrison, and Metcalf exit the organization
The Maple Leafs’ front office overhaul continues. The club has reportedly parted ways with a litany of staff members, including Darryl Metcalf, Assistant General Manager, Hockey Research and Development; Mark Leach, Director of Amateur Scouting; Dave Morrison, Senior Advisor of Player Personnel; and Hayley Wickenheiser, Assistant General Manager, Player Development. Since John Chayka and Mats […] The post Maple Leafs’ front office overhaul continues: Leach, Wickenheiser, Morrison, and Metcal...
Instant Analysis: Steve Sullivan is the Toronto Marlies’ new head coach
Steve Sullivan is sticking around the Maple Leafs organization, taking over as head coach of the Toronto Marlies after John Gruden officially joined the Maple Leafs’ staff earlier this week. Sullivan becomes the ninth head coach in Marlies history. “Steve has earned this opportunity through his work with both the Maple Leafs and Marlies and […] The post Instant Analysis: Steve Sullivan is the Toronto Marlies’ new head coach appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
Daniel Alfredsson on his controversial decision to leave Ottawa to join the Leafs’ coaching staff: “I knew I had to move at some point… I’d have to earn my way and get experience”
New Maple Leafs associate coach Daniel Alfredsson discusses the process behind his decision to leave Ottawa and join their arch-rival’s coaching staff. Opening Statement from Daniel Alfredsson on joining the Maple Leafs’ Coaching Staff Alfredsson: Sorry, I couldn’t be there in person today. I am back home in Sweden. First of all, I want to […] The post Daniel Alfredsson on his controversial decision to leave Ottawa to join the Leafs’ coaching staff: “I knew I had to move at some point… I’d h...
Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs announce coaching hires — Daniel Alfredsson (!) and John Gruden among them
The Maple Leafs have announced the hirings for head coach Jim Hiller’s new staff, including John Gruden (assistant), Brad Werenka (assistant), and — by far the biggest headline-grabber — Daniel Alfredsson as associate coach. As part of the change, assistants Mike Van Ryn and Derek Lalonde have officially parted ways with the organization. “I’m incredibly […] The post Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs announce coaching hires — Daniel Alfredsson (!) and John Gruden among them appeared first on Map...
Steven Lorentz on the competition he’ll face at Leafs camp after all the offseason additions: “I’ve been counted out my whole career… It gives me fuel and is nothing new to me”
Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz joined TSN Overdrive to discuss reuniting with former Florida teammate Sergei Bobrovsky and the big changes in the organization this offseason. You’re under contract with the Maple Leafs for another couple of years. Take us through the experience of watching this craziness unfold with all the new pieces on the […] The post Steven Lorentz on the competition he’ll face at Leafs camp after all the offseason additions: “I’ve been counted out my whole career… It...
Thoughts on “Thoughts”: The Leafs’ big belief in Matthews, Claude Giroux interest, Gavin McKenna’s poise, the sticky Rielly situation & more
Elliotte Friedman’s final 32 Thoughts prior to the offseason break included a collection of Leafs nuggets to pore over, including the organization’s strong belief in Auston Matthews, Toronto’s offer on Claude Giroux (who has since re-signed in Ottawa), Gavin McKenna’s poise in the media, the touchy Morgan Rielly situation, and Florida’s decision to walk away […] The post Thoughts on “Thoughts”: The Leafs’ big belief in Matthews, Claude Giroux interest, Gavin McKenna’s poise, the sticky Riell...
Ryan Tverberg signs one-year deal with the Maple Leafs after Calder Cup success
Two weeks after helping the Toronto Marlies win a Calder Cup championship, Ryan Tverberg signed a new deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs. As per PuckPedia, it’s a one-year, two-way contract worth $850,000 at the NHL level, with a guaranteed salary of $350,000 for the 24-year-old. A seventh-round selection in the 2020 NHL Draft, the […] The post Ryan Tverberg signs one-year deal with the Maple Leafs after Calder Cup success appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
What makes new Maple Leaf prospect Brody Pepoy a worthwhile sixth-round gamble
It’s been a whirlwind year for Brody Pepoy. The Michigan native capitalized on the new NCAA eligibility rules to sign with Saginaw as a free agent out of the Pittsburgh Penguins Elite AAA program a year ago. After a solid season in an offensive support role with the Spirit as an OHL rookie, he is […] The post What makes new Maple Leaf prospect Brody Pepoy a worthwhile sixth-round gamble appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
With Emil Andrae now signed, how is the Maple Leafs’ defense shaping up?
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Emil Andrae came to terms on a two-year deal worth $1.55 million per season on Saturday. Andrae was acquired as the centerpiece of the return in the trade that sent Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to Philadelphia. The contract itself is actually a tidy piece of business for the Leafs, […] The post With Emil Andrae now signed, how is the Maple Leafs’ defense shaping up? appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
Hayley Wickenheiser on the impression Gavin McKenna and Tinus-Luc Koblar made at Leafs dev camp: “You can see the separation they have in the way they think”
At the end of the Maple Leafs’ 2026 development camp, AGM Hayley Wickenheiser discussed Gavin McKenna’s camp and potential, Harry Nansi, Tinus-Luc Koblar, Miro Holinka, and the state of the team’s overall prospect pool. What is your perspective on how the development camp went and what you saw throughout, wrapping with the scrimmage? Wickenheiser: I […] The post Hayley Wickenheiser on the impression Gavin McKenna and Tinus-Luc Koblar made at Leafs dev camp: “You can see the separation they h...
Sergei Bobrovsky on choosing the Maple Leafs: “It is a blessing to join this team… Toronto is the capital of hockey, in my mind”
After signing a three-year, $7 million AAV contract with the Maple Leafs, goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky discussed his decision to choose Toronto in free agency. What made you want to sign with the Leafs? Why do you think this will be a good fit for you in Toronto? Bobrovsky: Well, first of all, I am excited […] The post Sergei Bobrovsky on choosing the Maple Leafs: “It is a blessing to join this team… Toronto is the capital of hockey, in my mind” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
New Leaf Teddy Blueger on his past success with Dakota Joshua in Vancouver: “I love playing with him, and I’m hoping to get that chance again”
After signing a two-year, $2.5 million AAV contract with the Maple Leafs, forward Teddy Blueger discussed his decision to choose Toronto in free agency. What makes the Leafs a good fit for you? Blueger: You kind of go off of where you feel like you are wanted and where you feel like you can have […] The post New Leaf Teddy Blueger on his past success with Dakota Joshua in Vancouver: “I love playing with him, and I’m hoping to get that chance again” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
Assessing the Maple Leafs’ big offseason, move by move — MLHS Podcast Ep. 122
In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the Maple Leafs’ busy offseason, from the draft to the UFA period, and break down each addition and subtraction. Episode Topics The Darren Raddysh sign-and-trade: eight years, $8.5 million AAV (1:30) The Sergei Bobrovsky signing: three years, $7 million AAV (16:40) The Nick Paul […] The post Assessing the Maple Leafs’ big offseason, move by move — MLHS Podcast Ep. 122 appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
Maple Leafs AGM Ryan Hardy on the possibility of a McKenna-Matthews line: “I think he would thrive with Auston… Auston would take it as a badge of honour to bring a young guy under his wing”
Maple Leafs Assistant GM Ryan Hardy discussed the Maple Leafs’ active offseason, integrating Gavin McKenna into the lineup, the addition of Sergei Bobrovsky, Nick Paul’s role, and much more on TSN Overdrive. Can you take us through why this isn’t too much change? Why was it necessary to turn the roster as much as you […] The post Maple Leafs AGM Ryan Hardy on the possibility of a McKenna-Matthews line: “I think he would thrive with Auston… Auston would take it as a badge of honour to bring ...
New Leaf Brandon Duhaime on his willingness to drop the gloves: “It is a part of my game… When you play a hard-checking game, stuff like that kind of finds you”
After signing a two-year, $2.6 million AAV contract with the Maple Leafs, forward Brandon Duhaime discussed his decision to choose Toronto in free agency. What made Toronto the right fit for you? Duhaime: From looking at the history of this team and how good they’ve been over the years, I just thought it’d be a […] The post New Leaf Brandon Duhaime on his willingness to drop the gloves: “It is a part of my game… When you play a hard-checking game, stuff like that kind of finds you” appeared ...
Colton Sissons on joining the Leafs after falling short in the Cup Final: “Still kind of reeling from it, to be honest… All I care about is trying to win one, and no place better to do that than Toronto”
After signing a two-year, $4.25 million AAV contract with the Maple Leafs, forward Colton Sissons discussed his decision to choose Toronto in free agency. What made Toronto the right fit for you? Sissons: We just started chatting, and I knew there was a lot of interest there. There was a role to fill down the […] The post Colton Sissons on joining the Leafs after falling short in the Cup Final: “Still kind of reeling from it, to be honest… All I care about is trying to win one, and no place ...
New Leaf Nick Paul on the Leafs jerseys he wore as a kid in Mississauga: “I had a bunch — Sundin, CuJo, Domi, Tucker… I loved it… This is pretty surreal”
After he was acquired by the Maple Leafs, forward Nick Paul discussed his homecoming to Toronto. Did you have a feeling that a trade might be a possibility this offseason? When you found out you were getting traded and traded to Toronto, what did you think? Paul: I didn’t really think anything of it this […] The post New Leaf Nick Paul on the Leafs jerseys he wore as a kid in Mississauga: “I had a bunch — Sundin, CuJo, Domi, Tucker… I loved it… This is pretty surreal” appeared first on Maple...
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