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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Gruden & Bobrovsky’s Extra Incentive
The Toronto Maple Leafs offseason has been about much more than simply changing the roster. The bigger story might be the organization trying to change how it operates. New general
It’s not a rivalry if only one side cares about it
It may be worth marking July 7, 2026 in the history books: this is the day the Battle of Ontario died in earnest. It’s not a rivalry if only one side cares about it, and the disparate reactions to the Toronto Maple Leafs hiring Daniel Alfredsson as associate coach says it all. Alfredsson was appointed…
Inside the NHL Combine
Inside the NHL Combine
Meeting the Top Prospects
Meeting the Top Prospects
Getting our list correct
Getting our list correct
The Real Deal
The Real Deal
Leafs sign William Villeneuve to two-year extension
Villeneuve had 23 points in 24 playoff games for the Calder Cup-winning Toronto Marlies last season.
Craig Berube Opens Up About His Maple Leafs Exit
Nick Alberga Jay Rosehill are joined by Craig Berube for his first long-form interview since being fired by the Maple Leafs on May 13. Berube reflects on life after Toronto, his experience working with TSN on Canada Day, and shares his thoughts on the Leafs' offseason, explaining why he believes the team is "all in" and praising additions like Darren Raddysh. Berube also opens up about what went wrong during his tenure, discussing the impact of injuries, the team's inability to build momentum, and why he believes everyone shared responsibility. He reveals details from his exit meeting with John Chayka and Mats Sundin, explains what he would change if he had another chance behind the Leafs bench, and discusses trying to push the team's core out of its comfort zone. Plus, Berube talks about his strong relationship with Brad Treliving, coaching William Nylander, handling the pressure of the Toronto market, sheds a bit more light on the infamous weight-room incident, and shares what the interview process was like with the Edmonton Oilers. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Maple Leafs sign William Villeneuve to 2-year extension
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Wednesday that they had signed defenceman William Villeneuve to a two-year extension. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately disclosed by the Leafs, but it carries an AAV of $875K according to PuckPedia. 🖊️ We’ve signed forward Ryan Tverberg & forward Jacob Quillan to one-year contracts, while defenceman…
This free agent signing could be the biggest surprise of the Leafs' 2026-27 season
The Toronto Maple Leafs signing of Brandon Duhaime might be an afterthought, but there could be potential for a major surprise.
Alfredsson set for ‘exciting chapter’ with Leafs
Daniel Alfredsson understands why Ottawa Senators fans might feel blindsided by his move to a bitter cross-province rival.
Leafs Finalize Coaching Staff: Daniel Alfredsson Headlines New Hires ft. Craig Berube
Nick Alberga Jay Rosehill break down the Maple Leafs' completed coaching staff after the team hired Daniel Alfredsson as associate coach and added John Gruden and Brad Werenka as assistant coaches. The boys discuss what each hire brings to the table, how the staff fits together under Jim Hiller, and what it all means for Toronto heading into the 2026-27 season. Plus, former Leafs head coach Craig Berube stops by. After being fired by Toronto on May 13, Berube reflects on his time behind the Leafs bench, discusses life since his departure, and shares his thoughts on the organization's offseason moves. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wednesday's FTB: Day 66 of the Chayka era turned out weirder than expected
A little 'bro you know' on the staff hires helps keep it all hockey-typical, though.
Daniel Alfredsson calls joining Leafs ‘an exciting day’
Alfredsson left the rival Ottawa Senators to become an associate coach in Toronto.
Craig Berube's latest Mitch Marner take makes no sense
Craig Berube's glowing take on Mitch Marner paints the former Maple Leafs forward in an interesting light.
Craig Berube felt Maple Leafs lost ’emotional leader’ when Mitch Marner left
The Toronto Maple Leafs were a different team once Mitch Marner left for the Vegas Golden Knights, and former head coach Craig Berube believes it had drastic impacts on his team’s dressing room. Berube was a guest recently on Rob Simpson’s ‘Simmer’s Morning Skate‘ and was asked who he felt was the emotional leader of…
Jack Roslovic isn’t the answer on the Maple Leafs’ top line: Alberga’s Take
It’s been 372 days since Mitch Marner took his talents to Sin City, and the Toronto Maple Leafs still haven’t come close to replacing him on the top line. We’ll see what happens, but if the Leafs are intent on force-feeding Jack Roslovic on the top line, this team is going to run into some…
The Maple Leafs must maximize Gavin McKenna's entry-level deal
Gavin McKenna will be in the Maple Leafs' top six for the next three years on an entry-level contract. It's time for Toronto to go all-in.
Will the Maple Leafs' Dennis Hildeby trade be Tuukka Rask 2.0?
Did the Toronto Maple Leafs just tempt fate again? By trading away promising goalie prospect Dennis Hildeby for Nick Paul, management risks repeating the infamous Tuukka Rask disaster.
Getting to Know Brody Pepoy
One of the Weasel Boys is bringing his weasely talents to the Maple Leafs organization, and he may be this year's Harry Nansi prospect that's a long term project with big potential.