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Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews Named Star Who Could Request Trade
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews is mentioned as a name that could request a trade during the 2026-27 season. The post Maple Leafs Auston Matthews Named Star Who Could Request Trade appeared first on HEAVY .
NHL insider gives major update on Maple Leafs' pursuit of 4 veteran forwards
David Pagnotta joined EJ Hradek on Toronto Sports Rush to break down the latest Maple Leafs trade rumours. Here is the update on Toronto's search for 4 veteran forwards.
5 Landing Spots For Kraken Trade Candidate Shane Wright
For teams still in the market for a center, the pickings have become awfully slim around the NHL. The UFA market has been almost completely picked clean of any high-upside pivots. That's why teams are turning to trades to address their needs more and more this summer. Sure, Dylan Larkin is still out there, supposedly, but his three- or four-team trade list doesn't help the other 28 teams around the league. So, how about Shane Wright? The Seattle Kraken's 4th overall pick (2022 Draft) has another year left on his entry-level deal, and he's out there for the taking. The team is working with his camp to try to find a deal. Great draft pedigree, and strong two-way player. But he hasn't produced as expected. Wright posted just 12 goals and 27 points this past year in 74 games with Seattle, with his average time on ice dropping to just 13:48 per game. Clearly, a change of scenery seems to be what's best for everybody involved. With that, Mike Gould of Daily Faceoff lists five potential landing spots for Wright, in alphabetical order. 5 destinations that make sense for trade candidate Shane Wright Calgary Flames A young team that's building, the 22-year-old makes a ton of sense for the Flames. They already pulled off a big trade for another disappointing top-5 pick from Wright's draft class, Simon Nemec. Wright would fit in with what GM Craig Conroy is trying to do in Calgary. " The Flames are still actively searching for more help up the middle, and while they’ll still probably try to land their future cornerstone at that position through the draft, it’s also not every day that a recent No. 4 overall pick becomes available." Gould suggests that the Flames could dangle Connor Zary or Morgan Frost in a potential return for the Kraken. Both of those players have been all over the rumor mill this summer. Chicago Blackhawks "(GM Kyle) Davidson is willing to be aggressive in his bid to bring the Blackhawks back to relevance, and a player like Wright could be a nice fit behind (or alongside) Connor Bedard — assuming he’s none the worse for wear after his shoulder surgery." And as Gould adds, Wright would be given much more rope to go out and prove himself in Chicago, than he's gotten in Seattle. New Jersey Devils Wright would be a Plan B for the Devils after their offer sheet for Barrett Hayton was matched by the Utah Mammoth. Wright's and Hayton's numbers were eerily similar last season, as are their draft pedigrees (Hayton was the 5th overall pick in 2018). Pittsburgh Penguins If there was ever a player that fits the mold of what GM Kyle Dubas is trying to acquire for the Penguins, it's Wright. Young, high-upside, underperforming to this point in their career. Toronto Maple Leafs After a flurry of moves already this offseason, new GM John Chayka isn't done yet. And while he has brought in a slew of bottom-six centers, none of them has the upside that Wright possesses. Gould notes that with Auston Matthews only signed for two more years and John Tavares now age 35, they need "a succession plan" down the middle. " It seems natural to bring in an Ontario boy with more than enough versatility to slide cleanly into Toronto’s forward group." No, Gould does not include the Philadelphia Flyers on his list, even though they were left holding the bag when the Anaheim Ducks matched their offer sheet for Leo Carlsson. Sure, Wright is a center, like Carlsson. But obviously, nowhere near of the same impactful variety. And reports are that the Flyers aren't necessarily looking to go right back out looking for another center.
Maple Leafs Continue Front Office Shakeup: Wickenheiser Among Big Names Leaving
The post Maple Leafs Continue Front Office Shakeup: Wickenheiser Among Big Names Leaving appeared first on NHL Trade Talk . Hayley Wickenheiser departs from the Maple Leafs after eight impactful seasons. Who else is on their way out? The post Maple Leafs Continue Front Office Shakeup: Wickenheiser Among Big Names Leaving appeared first on NHL Trade Talk .
Maple Leafs Make Sweeping Front Office Layoffs
The new-look Toronto Maple Leafs just made more sweeping changes to the front office, laying off 11 long-time employees. The new Maple Leafs took the axe to 11 longtime employees on Wednesday. Among those let go: longtime scout, Dave Morrison; director of amateur scouting, Mark Leach; assistant GM Darryl Metcalf and many from the analytics department. @koshtorontosun with more on this ... — Steve Simmons (@simmonssteve) July 9, 2026 The analytics and scouting departments took big hits. Darryl Metcalf is getting the boot. He was known to have an analytical approach in his post of Assistant General Manager, Hockey Research Development. Additionally, Director of Amateur Scouting Mark Leach was let go, as well as Dave Morrison, Senior Advisor, Player Personnel. New GM John Chayka is very analytics-focused, and obviously wants to bring in his own team to oversee that part of the game. Steve Simmons of the Toronto Sun reports that a source indicated three more members of the analytics department, including Director, Hockey Systems, Wesley Waldner, analyst Bruce Peter and developer Andrew Low were dismissed as well. #Leafs GM John Chayka released a statement on the staff departures today. “As part of our ongoing evaluation of the organization, we have made the difficult decision to part ways with some valued colleagues. These decisions were not easy and are not a reflection of the… — David Alter (@davidalter) July 9, 2026 “As part of our ongoing evaluation of the organization, we have made the difficult decision to part ways with some valued colleagues," Chayka wrote in a statement. "These decisions were not easy and are not a reflection of the commitment of the impacted people. We are sincerely grateful for everything they have contributed to this organization and wish them nothing but the very best in the future.” But that's not all. Hayley Wickenheiser has also announced that she has been let go after eight seasons in the organization, by releasing a statement in an Instagram post. Hayley Wickenheiser has announced via Instagram that she will NO LONGER be a part of the Maple Leafs organization: “For the past eight seasons, it has been an incredible honor to work for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Over the last few days, John Chayka and I had several discussions… pic.twitter.com/UVJmq20lXE — Leafslatest (@Leafslatest) July 9, 2026 "Over the last few days, John Chayka and I had several discussions about my role moving forward. During those conversations, my expectation was that I would be in a position to continue to have a significant impact within the organization. However, it became clear that his leadership group envisioned a different path."
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OverDrive - July 9, 2026 - Hour 2 - Steve Phillips/Steve Sullivan
Join Aaron Korolnek and Dave Feschuk for Hour 2 on OverDrive! They dive into Kawhi Leonard's trade not being finalized until the NBA completes investigation, the impact on the Raptors and the outlook of the deal. TSN MLB Insider Steve Phillips joins to discuss Dylan Cease's close no-hitter for the Blue Jays and Toronto Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan on his role leading the team and Aaron gives his FanDuel Best Bets.
Toronto's building a superteam and the architect will surprise you
If Toronto wants to end their Stanley Cup drought, they need a dynasty-esque roster. They may be working towards it and the builder is someone you'd never expect.
The Maple Leafs may not believe in Matthew Knies as much as everyone else does
Toronto is a believer in Matthew Knies for now, but Nick Kypreos thinks that his trade talk won't die down with the team preferring to deal him over Easton Cowan.
Dallas Stars' Trade Offer Revealed for Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski
The Dallas Stars tried to land Norris trophy winner Zach Werenski from the Columbus Blue Jackets. There's been multiple reports surfacing the two sides did discuss a deal but Blue Jackets GM Don Waddel wasn't happy with what the Stars were offering. Waddell and Werenski have since made smoothed the waters and both have released statements stating Werenski isn't going anywhere. That doesn't mean a deal wasn't close to completion. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reports that the Stars offered Mavrik Bourque and Thomas Harley to the Blue Jackets, in a two-for-one move for Werenski. Waddell declined, Bourque got moved to the Predators, and now the Werenski trade talks are dead in the water. According to Elliotte Friedman on 32 Thoughts, the rejected trade between Columbus and Dallas was believed to be: Thomas Harley and Mavrik Bourque for Zach Werenski. Good trade for the Stars if it went through? — Sam Nestler (@samnestler) July 9, 2026 Werenski, 28, has two seasons left on his contract at $9.5 million AAV, and owns a full no-movement clause until next July, when he'll submit a list of 10 teams he'd approve a trade to. For now, the two sides agreed that Werenski will focus his efforts on winning in Columbus, and trade talks aren't expected to pick back up until the spring, if the Blue Jackets are out of the playoff race. The Stars weren't the only team to make a significant offer for Werenski, as the Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly offered forward Matthew Knies in a package with draft picks and prospects. Werenski stays in Columbus...for now.