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Sunday, August 16, 2026
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Three NHL Players Who Could Be Next Season's Darren Raddysh
Three NHL Players Who Could Be Next Season's Darren Raddysh
How does the Maple Leafs prospect pool compare to the rest of the league?
How does the Maple Leafs prospect pool compare to the rest of the league?
The decision to cancel Hockey Night in Canada: Punjabi is inane and foolish
The decision to cancel Hockey Night in Canada: Punjabi is inane and foolish
What Would Motivate Auston Matthews If Money Didn’t?
What Would Motivate Auston Matthews If Money Didn’t?
Can Jim Hiller Make the Maple Leafs Better?
Can Jim Hiller Make the Maple Leafs Better?
Did the Maple Leafs Find the Kind of Defenceman Every Team Wants?
Did the Maple Leafs Find the Kind of Defenceman Every Team Wants?
Celebrating 6 years of the John Tavares Foundation
Celebrating 6 years of the John Tavares Foundation
Heart beat of the Foundation
Heart beat of the Foundation
44 Mo days ⏰
44 Mo days ⏰
NHL Weekend Rumors: Marchand Out, Matthews’ Back, Werenski’s Future
The post NHL Weekend Rumors: Marchand Out, Matthews Back, Werenski s Future appeared first on NHL Trade Talk . NHL weekend rumors: Werenski talks his future, is Auston Matthews' back a concern, and how long will Brad Marchand be out? The post NHL Weekend Rumors: Marchand Out, Matthews Back, Werenski s Future appeared first on NHL Trade Talk .
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: McKenna, Depth & Goaltending Could Decide the Season
The Toronto Maple Leafs enter this season in a rather unusual position. A year ago, the team looked like it was heading in the wrong direction, and then winning the
The Classy Way Patrick Marleau Handled His Maple Leafs Exit
The post The Classy Way Patrick Marleau Handled His Maple Leafs Exit appeared first on NHL Trade Talk . Patrick Marleau’s Maple Leafs exit showed more than what kind of player he was. It showed what kind of teammate he wanted to be. The post The Classy Way Patrick Marleau Handled His Maple Leafs Exit appeared first on NHL Trade Talk .
6 NCAA Players Become UFAs After Aug. 15 NHL Signing Date Passes
The August 15th deadline has passed for unsigned NHL draft picks finishing their NCAA careers. Six players have now become unrestricted free agents. College players must be signed to their entry-level contracts by their drafting teams by Aug. 15th following their fourth year of undergraduate eligibility, or they become UFAs. With that, here are the six that are now back on the open market as of today, in alphabetical order. Chase Clark (Canisius), 6th rd. pick by Washington Capitals, 2021 Kienan Draper (Michigan), 7th rd. by Detroit Red Wings, 2020 Tyson Dyck (Wisconsin), 7th rd. by Ottawa Senators, 2022 Owen McLaughlin (Boston U.), 7th rd, Philadelphia Flyers, 2021 Joe Miller (Harvard), 6th rd., Toronto Maple Leafs, 2020 Cal Thomas (Minnesota), 6th rd. Arizona/Utah, 2022 Now, none of these players were going to move the needle for any of their drafting clubs. One recognizable name, however, is Draper, the son of former Red Wings' four-time Stanley Cup champion, Kris Draper. Kienan was selected by his hometown team back in 2020, but after an unremarkable four years at University of Michigan (he topped out with 18 points in 40 games this past season), he didn't make enough of an impact to earn a contract with the big club. He did play a couple of games with their AHL affiliate to finish out the season, and he will return there for the coming year after signing a two-year deal with Grand Rapids. Kienan Draper, son of four-time Stanley Cup Champion, Kris Draper @DetroitRedWings , makes his pro debut tonight in Des Moines for @griffinshockey after completing his collegiate career @umichhockey pic.twitter.com/eGToZRBrM4 — Bob Kaser (@bkaser1) April 15, 2026 The other name of note, as explained by Tyler Kuehl of Daily Faceoff , is McLaughlin. He wasn't offered a contract with the Flyers, but he will stay under their watchful eye, as he's signed a deal with their AHL affiliate, the Lehigh Valley Phantoms. He showed the team something in 13 games with their ECHL teamthe Reading Royals, to finish off last season, with eight points and a +2 rating in those 13 games.
Maple Leafs Trade Pitch Lands Rangers Former 20-Goal Forward
The Toronto Maple Leafs will be an interesting team to watch between now and the start of the 2026-27 season. While they have added several new players to their roster this summer, it is fair to wonder if they could look to make more moves before the start of the season.One area that the Maple [ ] The post Maple Leafs Trade Pitch Lands Rangers Former 20-Goal Forward appeared first on HEAVY .
Dazzling display sees Luster shine at King's Plate
Three-year-old filly fully lived up to hype in first leg of Canada's triple crown
Auston Matthews Health Details Leak Sparks Furious Reaction From Toronto Personality
It s been a struggle for Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews to remain healthy over the last two seasons, as he s missed multiple games due to different health ailments.He traveled overseas to Germany in late 2024 for treatment regarding an undisclosed upper-body/lower-back injury, but he also suffered an unrelated injury late this most recent season [ ] The post Auston Matthews Health Details Leak Sparks Furious Reaction From Toronto Personality appeared first on HEAVY .
Two injuries in two seasons have quietly changed what Auston Matthews is worth
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews has just two years left on his deal, and injuries have put the team in an unenviable spot.
How Gavin McKenna unlocks Auston Matthews on and off the ice
Gavin McKenna's arrival in Toronto does more than bolster the lineup. The 2026 No. 1 overall pick can act as a media buffer, relieving pressure from Auston Matthews.
Is this goal total realistic of unfair for Auston Matthews?
TSN's OverDrive panel debated what the expectations should be for Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews in 2026-27. Is a 50-goal floor realistic or unfair?
Maple Leafs Suddenly Have a Very Different Future
The Toronto Maple Leafs suddenly have a different outlook on their future, given the moves made this offseason. The post Maple Leafs Suddenly Have a Very Different Future appeared first on HEAVY .