August 2023 - Stories from MapleLeafsDaily

ESPN does Auston Matthews dirty in new top-10 scoring projections

Leafs well represented at BioSteel camp this week

Kessel willing to make a major sacrifice in order to continue his NHL career

Auston Matthews reveals what Shane Doan's level of involvement was in his contract extension negotiations

Leafs goalie prospect loaned to minor league team to attempt to replicate last season's tremendous success

Leafs GM offers his thoughts on Sheldon Keefe's extension and why he's the right coach for the team

Noted Leaf-hater and podcast host has a bold prediction for the 2023-24 Maple Leafs

Insider reporting that the Leafs wanted to sign UFA to long-term deal; still a possibility

Survey shows fan confidence in Leafs front office plummeting following dismissal of Kyle Dubas

Leafs, Sheldon Keefe come to terms on multi-year extension

Auston Matthews among those on the cusp of losing a major endorsement deal?

Leafs will have a familiar face/voice back in 2023-24

Former Isles GM reveals when he knew that the Islanders made a mistake in drafted Josh Ho-Sang

Ex-NHLer calls out current Leafs blueline for playing a lot softer than they're capable of

Ex-Leaf lands a PTO with Central Division contender

Former Leaf provides some thoughts on the Matthews extension

Insider reveals why the Leafs didn't trade William Nylander this summer

20 years ago today marked the start of one of the worst eras in Maple Leafs history

Teams begin signing players to PTOs; here are some options that may make sense for the Leafs

Insider says Canadian team at risk of losing franchise center

Two Maple Leafs prospects reportedly ready to turn pro

Radio hosts not impressed with how Leafs are being constructed

Reporter reveals what Mitch Marner's next deal should look like now that Matthews has signed

Auston Matthews rumoured to be heading back to Toronto earlier than originally expected

Leafs reportedly working with an undrafted goaltender who may end up with the organization

Here's what the Leafs are getting in 24-year-old Simon Benoit

Leafs announce the signing of a big, physical, 24-year-old defenseman

Insider rips into Auston Matthews for not signing longer-term

Former Leaf shares story of Phil Kessel defying and insulting a former Leafs coach in front of the whole team

NHLer forced to retire at 31 years-of-age due to head injury

Over/Under projections for Ilya Samsonov in wins, GAA and SV%

Comparisons between the Leafs and Senators are getting out of hand on social media

Did Brad Treliving jab at the Nylander camp with his comments after Matthews signed his extension?

Leafs GM Brad Treliving refuses to answer questions regarding William Nylander

Leafs GM confirms that rookie goaltender does indeed have an NHL job this season

Leafs captain reveals how he feels about the current state of the Atlantic Division

An update on Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe straight from GM Brad Treliving

Leafs prospect ranked the 6th best at his position in the entire league

The next goal of Auston Matthews' career will be a history-maker

Fan suggests that Habs forward is actually better than Auston Matthews

Matthews reacts to being told that he's well on pace to break Sundin's Leafs goals and points records

Leafs GM discusses the arbitration process with Ilya Samsonov and reveals how both sides are feeling about the deal

With the salary cap on the rise, Matthews' contract should age like fine wine

Former 3rd overall pick signs his 3rd contract in the last 2 months after having two contracts terminated

Hockey fan lists a combination of players close to Matthews' new cap hit; these unfair comparisons need to stop

Former 1st overall pick in jeopardy of being traded, labelled a bust

Auston Matthews reveals why he settled on a 4-year term on his extension

Auston Matthews comments on Nylander's contract situation

Leafs GM Brad Treliving reveals how he feels about Auston Matthews' new 4-year extension

Bruins podcaster makes ridiculous claim regarding Auston Matthews

Leafs organization honours Matthews with video salute following his new 4-year extension with the team

Nylander impressed with one Leafs UFA signing in particular, believes he'll have a really good year in Toronto

Leafs sign ex-Flyers prospect and former first round pick

Insider reveals how Matthews extension impacts Leafs' decision-making on Nylander, others

Insider says Nylander wants to be a Leaf, reveals issue holding up negotiations

Leafs goaltending prospect unveils new pads, leaving fans puzzled; here's why

Popular analyst and former NHLer delivers entertaining reaction to the Auston Matthews signing

Connor McDavid planting some seeds of doubt in the minds of Oiler fans when it comes to his future in Edmonton

Former NHLer sends very clear message to William Nylander following the Matthews extension

Over/under projection for Leafs franchise winger Mitch Marner

Are Nylander's comments about wanting to stay in Toronto genuine or just lip service?

If Auston Matthews plays out the entirety of his next contract in Toronto, he'll make history

Details of Auston Matthews' new contract revealed and the way it is structured may blow your mind

Leafs captain reacts to the news that Matthews finally signed his extension

Insider reveals why Matthews' extension took so long to be finalized

Leafs sign franchise cornerstone to enormous contract extension

NHL deputy commissioner comments on league plans for best on best competition on the world stage

Former Leaf signs PTO in Colorado in hopes of pulling off a miraculous NHL comeback

Nylander breaks his silence on contract negotiations, says there have been no recent talks with Leafs

Leafs not the only team struggling to sign top players; Canucks star cuts off contract talks entirely

William Nylander reveals that he's in no rush to get a deal done, but wants to remain in Toronto

New Leaf considered one of the top-5 riskiest signings of the off-season

Several Leafs arrive in Toronto to begin prepping for training camp; there are some notable absences

Morgan Rielly gives William Nylander credit for calling the play that led to his Game 3 OT winner

Former NHL All-Star throws a jab at ex-Leaf following retirement announcement

If the Leafs lose Martin Jones on waivers, they may have another interesting 3rd string option available to them

Two Leafs set to play in charity game in Brampton this week in support of a great cause

Another young star signs 8-year deal while the Leafs can't get nearly anyone to commit to 8 years

Former NHL goalie gives his take on the Leafs' current goaltending situation

Former NHLer and current analyst identifies the Leafs' best trade partner in a Nylander deal

Ex-Leaf sentenced to jail time stemming from an incident last month

Former Leaf identifies who he believes the new ''whipping boy'' will be in Toronto

Maple Leafs prospect pool gets no love from reporter in latest rankings

Former Leafs goaltender announces his retirement after 14 NHL seasons

Matthews surprisingly not favoured to win the Rocket Richard Trophy in 2024, but he's close

The latest on the Auston Matthews and William Nylander extensions

Rodion Amirov was officially laid to rest on Monday; photos and videos show a well-attended service

NHL Network publicly snubs Morgan Rielly on top 20 list

A comparison of Auston Matthews in 2021-22 vs. 2022-23 shows some staggering differences

Leafs defender reveals how the team feels about Dubas' dismissal now that some time has passed

Leafs sign former Red Wings 2nd round pick

Don Cherry comments on the loss of a Leafs legend

Fanatics takes over for Adidas as the NHL's merch supplier this year and the results are already horrible

Popular Leafs website submits opening night roster projections and it's a thing of beauty

Kyle Dubas' biggest blunder as Leafs GM leads to team losing one of the league's most efficient goal scorers for nothing

Maple Leafs Stanley Cup odds released and fans should be pleasantly surprised

Former Isles GM clears up Tavares free agency debacle, provides clarity on what actually happened

Leafs and Islanders reportedly working on blockbuster deal

Ex-Leafs coach believes that the Blue Jackets are ready to contend

Former Leaf chasing a massive career milestone, but may fall short due to a lack of opportunity

Alex Ovechkin preparing for life after hockey with new business venture

Bruins goalie shares the story of how close he believed he was to becoming a Maple Leaf

Former Leafs defenseman traded to Western Conference bottom-feeder

Pro wrestler pays homage to Leafs legend in potential last match of his career

Sharks captain not happy with current situation in San Jose, may want out

This date 29 years ago marks a very important day in Leafs history

Agent provides details for 21-year-old Leafs prospect Rodion Amirov's funeral service

Leafs release touching tribute video for Bobby Baun following his passing this week

Bruins reportedly had a deal in place for a new top line center, but that deal has now fallen apart

Patrick Kane has reportedly selected his new team for the 2023-24 season

Tom Wilson fires a warning shot at new Penguins defender Erik Karlsson

Leafs heading to Traverse City for prospect tournament; schedule and attendees announced

Latest info on Leafs winger suggests that a trade may be coming

Ticket prices for Toronto's All-Star weekend this season are embarrassingly high

Jonathan Toews appears to have made a major decision on his future in the National Hockey League

Popular radio host believes that Brad Treliving is using a brilliant negotiation tactic on Matthews, Nylander

Former Leaf thinks Auston Matthews is playing the Leafs like a fiddle

Leafs fan proposes unique way to honour the memory of Rodion Amirov

Ryan Reaves absolutely wrecks former Leaf Scott Sabourin in a hockey fight

Rodion Amirov's KHL team makes major announcement regarding their fallen brother

Former Leaf reflects on his time in Toronto, excited to begin next chapter in Carolina

St. Petersburg SKA extends a generous offer to Rodion Amirov's family following his untimely passing

Former Leafs winger explains why he chose to sign in Carolina this summer

Leafs legend Dave Keon opens up about playing with the late Bobby Baun

Rumour suggests that there could be a blockbuster deal in the works involving Quinn Hughes

Leafs have an interesting option available to them to add more depth

Rodion Amirov's agent reveals how bad things had gotten for the 21-year-old over the last 6 months

Vegas captain shares story about scoring hat trick, lifting Cup with broken wrist

Leafs sign 24-year-old ex-Nashville defenseman

Leafs release statement after passing of Bobby Baun

Canadiens trade defensemen in-division

Reporter proposes an idea for how the Leafs can honour Rodion Amirov following his passing

Toronto radio host makes chooses most embarrassing moment for the Leafs in the last 20 years

The idea that the Leafs deserve a compensatory draft pick following the loss of Rodion Amirov needs to stop

Fans pay respects to Leafs prospect with Memorial outside team arena following his passing

More sad news as legendary Leafs defenseman and 4-time Stanley Cup champion passes away

Leafs may have bigger plans than the AHL for UFA signing Dylan Gambrell

Dubas, Tavares and others offer their thoughts and condolences following the tragic death of young Leafs prospect

Ex -Canadiens, Oilers defenseman dunks on the Leafs when discussing fighting in hockey

Leafs President Brendan Shanahan releases a statement following the passing of Rodion Amirov

Leafs prospect tragically passes away at the age of 21

Auston Matthews passed over as EA NHL24 cover athlete for someone equally deserving

3 Maple Leafs hot takes for he upcoming season

Another major setback for the Bruins following latest announcement; missing the playoffs is a real possibility

WWE Superstar collaborates with Toronto Maple Leafs on a brand new piece of merch

NHL stars asked who should be on the cover of EA NHL24; Auston Matthews' response was amazing

Leafs prospect needs to stay healthy this season to avoid derailing his young career

Draft Kings disrespects Leafs goaltender in Vezina Trophy odds

Erik Karlsson fires a shot at the Ottawa Senators to Jason Spezza

Frontrunners for 3-time Stanley Cup winner revealed

Leafs prospect starts his preseason on a torrid pace in Europe

Alex Ovechkin reveals how he feels about the Capitals hiring ex-Leafs coach Spencer Carbery

Mitch Marner's epic wedding video highlight package has finally been released

Reasonable expectations for Matthew Knies in 2023-24

Martin Jones may simply be a healthier Matt Murray on a better contract for the Leafs

Matthew Knies ranked ahead of some significant prospects on the NHL Network's prospect rankings list

Auston Matthews contract extension delay holding up an extension for another star center

A little-known fact about Alex Ovechkin that will tug at your heart strings

The price just shot up for potential Leafs trade target following the Karlsson trade

Easton Cowan's ELC cap hit is actually higher than Matthews, Marner and Nylander's ELC cap hits were; here's why

Aside from Knies, Woll and Robertson, here are the current top-10 prospects in the Leafs' pipeline

Leafs reportedly engaged in trade discussions with a Metropolitan Division team

Prominent golf media personality and Islanders fan fires shot at Leafs captain John Tavares

Nick Robertson comments on his season-ending shoulder injury and his mindset coming into the 2023-24 season

Fleury on the cusp of incredible career milestone, which he is expected to accomplish this season

Ex-Leafs GM Brian Burke has a new gig after being fired by the Penguins

Goals and Expectations in Toronto: Ryan Reaves

Alex Kerfoot explains why he chose Arizona over other teams who showed interest in free agency

Leafs prospect poised to take a huge step in his development, playing a key role for his team this season

Leaf goaltender named one of best value contracts for upcoming season

One key reason why the Leafs will be better in 2023-24

Reporter connects Leafs to defenseman on an Atlantic Division rival

The Leafs sign 18-year-old prospect to NHL contract

The Leafs' 2023-24 preseason schedule has been announced

Evander Kane could be on his way out of Edmonton this season

TSN analyst reveals what the plan is for Ilya Samsonov, Joseph Woll and Martin Jones in Toronto

Comparing the 2015-16 last place Leafs to the current team in 2023-24

Stat shows that Auston Matthews may be a better goal scorer than Alex Ovechkin

Some potential PTO candidates for the Leafs with training camp just a few weeks away

Leafs sign UFA goaltender for 2023-24 season

Rumour links Leafs UFA to a trio of Eastern Conference teams

Kyle Dubas left the Leafs with one heck of a horrible parting gift

Former NHLer trying to give Milan Lucic a brand new nickname

Young Leafs defenseman grinding hard this summer, primed for a breakout season

A superstar in another market is in the exact same boat as Nylander and Matthews but nobody is talking about it

If Auston Matthews wants to be a leader for the Leafs, here's his chance

Nylander not signing an extension before training camp will be disastrous for he and the Leafs

Future Hall-of-Famer and former Maple Leaf will receive incredible honour this season

Insider reveals when the Leafs can expect Auston Matthews to sign, gives troubling Nylander update

Former Leaf and current analyst addresses the state of the Leafs' blueline

A conspiracy theory why the Karlsson/Leafs trade never happened; maybe it had nothing to do with the salary cap

Stanley Cup finalist reveals the real reasons why he didn't want to play in Toronto, or Canada in general

Former Leafs GM issues a threat to those trying to eliminate fighting in hockey

Kyle Dubas admits that the Leafs were serious players for Erik Karlsson during his reign as GM in Toronto

Insider delivers the latest update on UFA forward Jonathan Toews

1,145-game NHL veteran may be hanging up his skates this summer

Tim Peel breaks his silence about the open mic incident during interview, says an ex-Leaf helped lift his spirits

Talks between Nylander, Leafs reportedly take a positive turn

On this day in history: Leafs pull off comeback of epic proportions to force a Game 5

Kyle Dubas speaks publicly about the Erik Karlsson trade, admits to being involved in a bidding war

Golden Knights may be shopping a top-4 defenseman, according to a report

Are the Maple Leafs the favourites to win the President's Trophy in 2023-24?

What the landscape in Toronto might have looked like had Dubas remained GM of the Leafs

Sharks GM taken to the cleaners in both Karlsson and Burns trades in back-to-back summers

Did the Leafs make a mistake by allocating $4.15M to John Klingberg instead of $4M to Matt Dumba?

Per a report, the Habs may flip Jeff Petry; coincidentally, he has the exact same cap hit as Matt Murray

Dubas has turned things around for the Penguins in just a few short months since being fired by the Leafs

Dumba finally off the board, signs a 1-year ''prove it'' deal; missed opportunity for the Leafs?

Dubas gets his man; Erik Karlsson saga finally ends with 3-team trade involving 9 players

Breaking: Kyle Dubas and the Pens appear to be nearing a significant 3-team trade involving Erik Karlsson

Generational talent Sidney Crosby has one of the grossest superstitions in the entire NHL

The Leafs have multiple good options available to them with Matthew Knies this season

Early line combinations for the Leafs revealed

Watch: Knies working with skills coach before he makes the trip back to Canada

What does a successful season look like for Tyler Bertuzzi in 2023-24?

Leafs winger the early favourite to win significant NHL award next season

William Nylander linked to another Canadian team in trade rumour

Even after a down season, Auston Matthews continues to lead Connor McDavid in an important stat

Bruins suffer another blow to their roster, expected to lose another key player to retirement

NHL Insider suggests that Kyle Dubas will make a massive splash in the trade market this weekend

Former Leafs defenseman arrested following bar fight

Toronto native will not be coming home next summer after signing a massive extension with the Capitals

Leafs top prospect focusing on adding size, strength and assertiveness this summer

Insider reveals why Kyle Dubas named himself the new full-time GM in Pittsburgh

A pair of former Leafs form a friendship after dropping the gloves with one another back in January

Toronto radio host identifies another Canadian team who he says will win a Cup before the Leafs

Tampa's Mikhail Sergachev says recent comments about the Leafs were taken way out of context

Leafs winger Max Domi shows off his surprisingly good boxing skills during his summer training

Ex-NHLer slapped with a restraining order by his ex-wife, facing some serious allegations

Mike Babcock breaks his silence, speaks about his time in Toronto and the fallout after his departure

Former Leafs defenseman and current radio host calls out Leafs over underwhelming D corps

Connor McDavid now represented by Auston Matthews' agent

The top 3 best backup goaltenders in Toronto over the last decade

The 3 worst Leafs backups of the past 10 seasons

Jonathan Huberdeau discusses his horrendous 2022-23 season and reveals why 2023-24 will be much different

Reporter suggests that there's a possibility that William Nylander could end up with an Atlantic Division rival

Former Leaf reveals details of career-ending injury

Ducks star cashes in on long-term deal; what are the implications for Nylander here?

Veteran defenseman says Leafs made him an offer on July 1st, reveals why he declined

Study shows just how ridiculous the cost of a home game in Toronto is

Lightning blueliner fires shots at Leafs during off-season interview

A new Leafs/Matt Murray conspiracy theory

Maple Leafs inadvertently help the Bruins in arbitration

Matt Murray's agent raising suspicion after refusing to comment on Murray's health status

Milan Lucic confirms that he spoke with the Leafs, reveals why he turned down their offer on July 1st

Max Domi has an underrated element to his game that may really help him to succeed in a niche role in Toronto

Former Leaf drops a tip that an Auston Matthews deal may happen this week

Some additional photos, videos from Mitch Marner's wedding have surfaced and it looked like a blast

Looking back at a few of the Leafs' goalie tandems over the last 5 seasons and forward to a Sammy/Woll tandem

Leafs prospect responds to being called a ''reach'' following this year's draft

Three reasons why the Leafs are better now than they were last season