Maple Leafs sign Ben Danford to 3-year entry-level contract
The Toronto Maple Leafs signed defenceman Ben Danford to a three-year, entry-level contract on Friday, the team announced in a release. Danford was selected 31st overall by the Maple Leafs at the 2024 NHL Draft, playing for the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League.
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Toronto Maple Leafs News/ TheLeafsnation / August 2
Early analysis of the 2025-26 Maple Leafs cap situation and how much it even matters
It has been the better part of my adult life that I’ve carried some form of opinion on the Maple Leafs salary cap situation. They were either foolish or wise in their management of it.
NHL News/ TheLeafsnation / August 2
2024 TLN Maple Leafs Prospect Rankings: Honourable mentions
With the 2024 NHL Draft and development camps in the rearview mirror, the time has come to reassess the Leafs’ pipeline of up-and-coming players. This
Toronto Maple Leafs News/ The Hockey Writers / August 1
Maple Leafs’ Aggressive Roster Strategy: Win Now, Worry Later
Over the past few years, my perspective on how hockey general managers should run their teams has dramatically shifted. Coming from the academic world, where I was the head of a small unit within the larger university, I became used to managing budgets and personnel.
Toronto Maple Leafs News/ The Hockey Writers / August 1
This Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors edition will share news about three players at different levels of their development within the organization.
John Tavares News/ The Hockey Writers / August 1
Maple Leafs’ 2025 Plan B After Shedding Tavares’ Bloated Contract
As the Toronto Maple Leafs look ahead to the 2025 offseason, the impending expiration of John Tavares‘ $11 million cap hit presents both challenges and opportunities.
Toronto Maple Leafs News/ TheLeafsnation / August 1
Anthony Stolarz reflects on Stanley Cup victory, tandem with Joseph Woll and more
It’s been a whirlwind summer for Anthony Stolarz, who joined the Toronto Maple Leafs in free agency, coming off a Stanley Cup victory with the Florida Panthers.
Nick Robertson News/ NHL Trade Talk / August 1
Nick Robertson Has to Be Frustrated: Who Wouldn’t Be?
It’s been eerily quiet on the Nick Robertson front. That fact alone raises questions about Robertson’s future with the Toronto Maple Leafs. A month ago, Robertson, a restricted free agent without arbitration rights, informed the team that he was not interested in re-signing and requested a trade.
Toronto Maple Leafs News/ The Hockey Writers / August 1
4 Maple Leafs Poised for a Breakout in 2024-25
It’s August and while the start of the 2024-25 NHL season is still a few months away, you can’t help but look forward to the roster and what players could have an impact. Like any season, there are always players that are bound to have a strong breakout season or even surpass the expectations that they had the previous season.
Toronto Maple Leafs News/ TheLeafsnation / August 1
The 2024 TLN Maple Leafs Prospect Rankings: Eligibles, no votes, and graduates
It’s August and in the hockey world that means it’s time to rank prospects. It’s a month’s worth of optimism to be confronted with the fact that very few players go onto NHL stardom.
Toronto Maple Leafs News/ Breakaway on SI / August 1
Analyst Explains Return for Maple Leafs' Mitch Maner Trade
The Toronto Maple Leafs have to be one of the most tortured franchises in the NHL. For nearly a decade now, the Maple Leafs have regularly been one of the best teams in the NHL but unable to show up when the games matter most.
Miroslav Holinka News/ TheLeafsnation / July 31
Leafs fifth-round pick Miroslav Holinka signs WHL contract with Edmonton Oil Kings
Toronto Maple Leafs 2024 fifth-round draft pick Miroslav Holinka has signed a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement with the Edmonton Oil Kings, the club announced Wednesday afternoon.
Toronto Maple Leafs News/ Last Word On Sports / July 31
Toronto Maple Leafs Players to Have Breakout Seasons
As we get closer to next season, it looks like rosters are starting to form. A few players on the Maple Leafs are breakout candidates. On this list, there are players who are young and looking to prove themselves in big roles.
Kyle Clifford News/ Daily Faceoff / July 31
Toronto Marlies sign winger Kyle Clifford to one-year AHL contract
The Toronto Marlies have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with veteran enforcer Kyle Clifford, the club announced Wednesday afternoon. Clifford, 33, spent the entire 2023-24 season with the Marlies while on a one-way NHL contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
NHL News/ TheLeafsnation / July 31
Alex Nylander can turn AHL dominance into NHL minutes
After the run he had with the Columbus Blue Jackets at the end of the 2023-24 regular season, it was surprising to see Alex Nylander remain unsigned until the final week of July — and it was flat-out shocking to see him only sign an AHL contract.
Craig Berube News/ NHL Trade Talk / July 31
Will Craig Berube’s Tough Love Style Work with the Maple Leafs?
As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for the new season, one of the most intriguing storylines is the impact of their new head coach, Craig Berube. With his championship pedigree from his time with the St.
Matthew Knies News/ Last Word On Sports / July 31
Analyzing the Factors Driving Matthew Knies 2024-25 Point Projection
TheToronto Maple Leafsyoung forward Matthew Knies’ point projection for 2024-25 has a fair bit of variability. Here we shall breakdown the factors that will govern his expected output for the upcoming season.
Toronto Maple Leafs News/ ClutchPoints / July 31
Maple Leafs trade candidates deep into 2024 NHL offseason
Toronto Maple Leafs fans have been asking for a trade shake-up for years. The core four of Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, William Nylander, and John Tavares have been unable to get the team past the second round of the playoffs despite their high salaries.
Simon Benoit News/ NHL Trade Talk / July 30
Maple Leafs Simon Benoit: 3 Reasons He’s Smart Signing
When Simon Benoit joined the team, he was determined to succeed. He never entertained the possibility of failure. However, many fans doubted his chances, seeing him as a failed defenseman from the struggling Anaheim Ducks with a significant negative plus/minus rating.
Toronto Maple Leafs News/ ClutchPoints / July 30
Maple Leafs early bold predictions for 2024-25 season after active offseason
The Toronto Maple Leafs made a trio of impact signings on the opening day of free agency to bolster their team’s defense. Their first move was trading for the rights to Chris Tanev at the draft, who they feel is the key to decreasing their opponent’s scoring chances.
Alexander Nylander News/ Last Word On Sports / July 29
Taking a Deep Dive on Toronto Maple Leafs Latest Signing
Toronto has added some forward depth in the form of a player who has yet to hit his stride as an NHLer. They signed Alex Nylander to an AHL deal for one year.