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December 2025

Nov 8, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nick Robertson (89) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Boston Bruins in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 31

Latest trade helps clarify the Maple Leafs' price for Nick Robertson

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi (left) and his father, former Maple Leafs forward Tie Domi (right).

By Charlie McAfee December 31

Max Domi goes viral after hyping up his dad, Tie Domi, before long-awaited return

Dec 17, 2025; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mitch Marner (93) warms up before a game against the New Jersey Devils at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 31

Mitch Marner already making history just 30 games into his time with the Golden Knights

Dec 8, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube talks to his players during the third period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 31

Two Maple Leafs expected to miss significant time due to injury

Oct 28, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz (41) makes a save during warm up before a game against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 31

A welcome development emerges in Anthony Stolarz's recovery

Dec 30, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers left wing Brad Marchand (63) looks on against the Montreal Canadiens during the first period at Amerant Bank Arena

By Austin Kelly December 31

NHL Player Safety's decision on Brad Marchand draws reaction around the league

Dec 27, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames defenseman Rasmus Andersson (4) controls the puck against the Edmonton Oilers during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 31

Rasmus Andersson in play as Maple Leafs reportedly kick tires

Dec 4, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) looks on before the start of the game against the Carolina Hurricanes at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 31

New details emerge on Auston Matthews' injury following Berube's post-game comments

Oct 2, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (71) battles for the puck with Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev (8) during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 31

Concern building for Maple Leafs around Chris Tanev injury

Dec 30, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Bobby McMann (74) celebrates after a goal with right wing Easton Cowan (53) against the New Jersey Devils during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 30

Maple Leafs send a message with statement win despite missing key players

Dec 4, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) skates against the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 30

Maple Leafs confirm Auston Matthews' status ahead of Devils matchup

Sep 25, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Jacob Quillan (26) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre

By Austin Kelly December 30

Craig Berube's encouraging words signal incoming graduation for promising young forward

Dec 27, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Jake McCabe (22) checks Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk (7) into the boards during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Austin Kelly December 30

Maple Leafs defenseman Jake McCabe leads the NHL in a surprising category

May 4, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Tyler Bertuzzi (59) reacts after losing to the Boston Bruins in overtime in game seven of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 30

Maple Leafs have a real chance to reunite with fan favorite Tyler Bertuzzi

Dec 28, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Dakota Joshua (81) and Detroit Red Wings defenseman Albert Johansson (20) battle for the puck in the first period at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 30

Dakota Joshua remains in Detroit, won't travel with Maple Leafs after serious injury

Dec 11, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander (88) tries to control the puck after getting tripped up during the second period against the San Jose Sharks at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 30

Morning skate brings mixed news for Maple Leafs as more clarity emerges on William Nylander

Dec 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) battles for the puck with Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (25) during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 30

Two Maple Leafs ruled out vs. Devils as Auston Matthews' status hangs in the balance

Dec 22, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment (17) scores a goal against the defense of Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty (8) during the first period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 30

Why the Maple Leafs were never an option for Mason Marchment

Dec 27, 2023; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Calgary Flames Assistant coach Marc Savard during the second period on his bench against the Seattle Kraken at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 30

Marc Savard wastes no time making an interesting move after leaving the Maple Leafs

Dec 20, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Edmonton Oilers left wing Andrew Mangiapane (88) celebrates his goal against the Minnesota Wild during the first period at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 29

Andrew Mangiapane's search for a bigger role could align beside Auston Matthews in Toronto

Nov 3, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann (74) skates against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 29

NHL Player Safety ruling puts Bobby McMann suspension back in the spotlight

Pittsburgh Penguins GM Kyle Dubas (left) and Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving (right)

By Charlie McAfee December 29

Kyle Dubas gets the jump on Brad Treliving as Penguins land Yegor Chinakhov

Sep 25, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Marshall Rifai (83) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 29

Defenseman clears waivers, and the Maple Leafs now face an interesting decision

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 December 29

Healthy scratch puts top-six Canucks forward on Brad Treliving's radar

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Miroslav Holinka at the teams development camp

By Austin Kelly December 29

Maple Leafs prospect quietly putting together a strong season

Jan 26, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; Utah defenseman Juuso Valimaki (4) gets in position for a faceoff in the first period against the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 29

A Utah defenseman is on waivers and the Maple Leafs should be all over it

Dec 23, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi (11) celebrates with defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson (95) after scoring a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 29

Maple Leafs' belief in a Max Domi trade takes a hit following new report

Dec 20, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mitch Marner (93) during the warmup period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 29

Golden Knights are trying something the Maple Leafs never bothered to with Mitch Marner

Dec 20, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Easton Cowan (53) steals the puck from Nashville Predators center Ryan OReilly (90) during the second period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 28

Easton Cowan's usage highlights a disconnect in the Maple Leafs' plans

Dec 27, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander (88) reacts after scoring against the Ottawa Senators during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 28

Maple Leafs make late lineup change following William Nylander's injury

Dec 16, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Chicago Blackhawks left wing Tyler Bertuzzi (59) battles for the puck behind the net with Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Troy Stecher (28) during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 28

Maple Leafs facing an important decision with Troy Stecher during strong season as waiver pickup

Sep 25, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Marshall Rifai (83) plays the puck against the Montreal Canadiens during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 28

Maple Leafs place defenseman on waivers

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Tyler Hopkins practicing at the Leafs 2025 development camp

By Austin Kelly December 28

Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Tyler Hopkins traded

Dec 11, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Henry Thrun (3) controls the puck against the San Jose Sharks during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 28

Maple Leafs make defensive roster move ahead of matchup vs. the Red Wings

Dec 20, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander (88) skates with the puck against the Nashville Predators during the first period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 28

Toronto Maple Leafs provide update on William Nylander's status

Stars former head coach Pete DeBoer and Leafs head coach Craig Berube

By Austin Kelly December 28

Peter DeBoer reached out directly to Craig Berube regarding Leafs coaching rumours

Dec 27, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander (88) scores on Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark (35) as defenseman Jake Sanderson (85) looks on during the first period at Scotiabank Arena

By Austin Kelly December 27

William Nylander exits game after awkward play vs. the Senators

Dec 27, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies (23) reacts after scoring against the Ottawa Senators during the first period at Scotiabank Arena

By Austin Kelly December 27

Maple Leafs' new hire already paying dividends as power play strikes twice in one period

Oct 28, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Easton Cowan (53) skates during warm up before a game against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Arena

By Austin Kelly December 27

The Maple Leafs' latest decision on Easton Cowan puts his development in the spotlight

Dec 23, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Joseph Woll (60) tracks the play as he is sprayed with ice chips against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the second period at Scotiabank Arena

By Austin Kelly December 27

Maple Leafs map out goaltending plan for back-to-back after holiday break

Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving

By Charlie McAfee December 27

The Maple Leafs scouted two division rivals during the holiday break

Sep 27, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury (29) acknowledges the crowd after playing in his final NHL game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

By Charlie McAfee December 27

Why Marc-Andre Fleury's name is suddenly back in play, and why it matters in Toronto