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October 2025

Oct 21, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz (41) and defenseman Jake McCabe (22) react after a goal by New Jersey Devils forward Cody Glass (not pictured) during the second period at Scotiabank Arena.

By Austin Kelly October 31

Maple Leafs' League-Worst Rush Defense Exposes a Growing Problem

Oct 21, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander (88) controls the puck against the New Jersey Devils during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 31

William Nylander Sends a Simple Message After Maple Leafs' Costly Mistakes

Oct 29, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Nicholas Robertson (89) controls the puck as Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) trails the play during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 31

Maple Leafs Are Actively Shopping Two Players, Including a Former Top Prospect

Oct 14, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev (8) skates with the puck against the Nashville Predators in the second period at Scotiabank Arena

By Austin Kelly October 31

Maple Leafs Get a Welcome Boost at Practice as Lineup Starts to Take Shape

Oct 21, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) carries the puck against the New Jersey Devils during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 31

Auston Matthews Opens Up About the Real Issues Holding the Maple Leafs Back

Oct 24, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) waits for the face-off during the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 31

Analysts Sound the Alarm as Auston Matthews' Game Starts Trending in the Wrong Direction

Oct 25, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Cayden Primeau (30) in warmups against the Buffalo Sabres at Scotiabank Arena

By Austin Kelly October 31

The Maple Leafs' Goalie Plan Is About to Shift, and It Could Happen Fast

Jun 1, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs new general manager Brad Treliving is introduced at a press conference at Scotiabank Arena

By Austin Kelly October 31

The Maple Leafs' Trade Targets Are Finally Coming Into Focus

Oct 24, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) waits for the face-off during the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center

By Austin Kelly October 30

Maple Leafs Clarify the Situation Behind Auston Matthews' Slow Start

Oct 25, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Colorado Avalanche center Martin Necas (88) during the game against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden

By Austin Kelly October 30

Major UFA Signing Shrinks the Maple Leafs' Offseason Options

May 5, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) makes a save against the Florida Panthers during the second period of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena

By Austin Kelly October 30

Joseph Woll's Return Timeline Is Taking Shape, But It's Not What Fans Expected

Oct 25, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Utah Mammoth forward Nick Schmaltz (8) celebrates his second goal of the night against the Minnesota Wild during the third period at Grand Casino Arena

By Austin Kelly October 30

Don't Be Surprised if the Maple Leafs Re-Enter the Picture for Nick Schmaltz

Oct 19, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Nicholas Robertson (89) skates during the warmup before a game against the New York Rangers at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 30

Nick Robertson's Situation With the Maple Leafs Is More Complicated Than Fans Think

Defenseman Christian Kyrou (6) fires a shot at the goal while going through a drill during the 2022 Dallas Stars Development Camp at Comerica Center in Frisco, Texas on Friday, July 15, 2022.

By Austin Kelly October 30

Recent NHL Trade Could Serve as a Template for the Maple Leafs' Next Move

Oct 28, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mitch Marner (93) skates against the Carolina Hurricanes during the first period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 30

Fans Blast the Maple Leafs, Claim Team Is Nothing Without Mitch Marner

Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand speaks on Instagram about coaching the Marchand Mill Co. Hunters

By Austin Kelly October 30

Brad Marchand's Emotional Video Finally Explains His Time Away From the NHL

Jun 1, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs new general manager Brad Treliving is introduced at a press conference at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 30

Brad Treliving Could Have Found His Next Trade Partner Out West

Madocs Ben Danford at the NHL draft in Las Vegas

By Austin Kelly October 29

Maple Leafs Prospect Ben Danford Traded to Brantford Bulldogs

Oct 21, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares (91) skates against the New Jersey Devils during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 29

Maple Leafs Collapse in Columbus as John Tavares Reaches 500 Goals

Oct 28, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Calgary Flames forward Nazem Kadri (91) skates during warm up before a game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 29

Maple Leafs Could Face a Divisional Rival in Pursuit of Nazem Kadri

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Sammy Blais takes part in a team practice.

By Charlie McAfee October 29

Sammy Blais Makes Maple Leafs Debut as Team Reveals Official Lineup vs. Blue Jackets

Oct 18, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Max Domi (11) reacts after losing a skate blade against the Seattle Kraken during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 29

Max Domi's Comments Prove Why He's So Valuable to the Maple Leafs

Oct 13, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Kiefer Sherwood (44) during a stop in play against the St. Louis Blues in the third period at Rogers Arena

By Austin Kelly October 29

The Canucks May Be About to Repeat the Same Mistake That Helped the Maple Leafs

Oct 23, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers left wing Brad Marchand (63) celebrates after scoring against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 29

Brad Marchand Makes Heartfelt Gesture in Nova Scotia After NHL Absence

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Tinus Luc Koblar.

By Charlie McAfee October 29

Promising Maple Leafs Prospect Takes Next Step With Rookie Deal Overseas

May 21, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving listens to a question during a media conference to introduce new head coach Craig Berube (right) at Ford Performance Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 29

Maple Leafs Should Target Underrated Forward Who Fits Brad Treliving's Style

Apr 28, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Mitchell Chaffee (41) looks on against the Florida Panthers during the second period in game four of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 29

Maple Leafs Miss Out on Golden Chance to Claim Hidden-Gem Forward From the Lightning

Oct 28, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies (23) and forward John Tavares (91) and defenseman Brandon Carlo (25) congratulate forward Max Domi (11) on scoring the game winning goal against the Calgary Flames during the third period at Scotiabank Arena

By Austin Kelly October 28

Maple Leafs' Max Domi Finally Finds His Groove in Two Goal Statement Win vs. Flames

May 5, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev (8) skates against the Florida Panthers during the second period of game one in the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 28

Maple Leafs Injury Tracker: New update on defenseman Chris Tanev (Dec. 6)

Oct 11, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes right wing Andrei Svechnikov (37) looks on against the Philadelphia Flyers during the first period at Lenovo Center.

By Charlie McAfee October 28

Maple Leafs Fans Spark Debate Over Potential Trade for Andrei Svechnikov

Oct 23, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers left wing Brad Marchand (63) celebrates after scoring against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 28

Fans Across the NHL Rally Around Brad Marchand After Heartbreaking Family News

Oct 23, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders center Jean-Gabriel Pageau (44) attempts a shot against the Detroit Red Wings during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 28

Islanders' Roster Uncertainty Has Maple Leafs Preparing for a Possible Trade

Oct 24, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander (88) skates with the puck as Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (26) gets called for a tripping penalty during the first period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 28

Maple Leafs Lock In Starting Goalie and Make Final Call on William Nylander vs. Flames

Oct 14, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Nashville Predators goalie Justus Annunen (29) makes a save on a shot from Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nicolas Roy (55) in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 28

Nic Roy Admits the Real Reason the Maple Leafs Are Still Struggling to Find Their Game

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving (left) and Vancouver Canucks forward Elias Pettersson (right)

By Austin Kelly October 28

Could Brad Treliving Save Elias Pettersson's Career in Toronto?

Feb 4, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames left wing Blake Coleman (20) controls the puck against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 28

Fans Debate Whether Blake Coleman Could Be the Perfect Fit for the Maple Leafs

By Charlie McAfee October 27

NHL Community Sends Support After Fan Incident in Pittsburgh During Game Night

Oct 16, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Nashville Predators center Steven Stamkos (91) looks on against the Montreal Canadiens during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 27

Steven Stamkos' Nashville Struggles Could Put the Leafs on Alert

Oct 8, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander (88) scores an empty net goal against the Montreal Canadiens during the third period at Scotiabank Arena

By Austin Kelly October 27

Maple Leafs Issue Multiple Injury Updates on Nylander, Jarnkrok, Tanev and Laughton

Oct 24, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) waits for the face-off during the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 27

NHL Announces Schedule Changes Featuring Two Maple Leafs National Games

Mar 19, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube listens to a question from the media during the post game press conference after a win over the Colorado Avalanche at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 27

Maple Leafs Could Be Without Two Key Forwards vs. Calgary Flames, Craig Berube Confirms

May 18, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers forward Anton Lundell (not pictured) scores on Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) during the second period of game seven of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee October 27

Joseph Woll Nearing Return as Maple Leafs Reveal Plan for His Season Debut