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August is a historically slow month as far as things going on in the NHL and definitely when it comes to the Leafs. Nick Robertson and William Villeneuve re-signing already counts for a more action packed month than we see and with Dennis Hildeby still needing a contract, strap yourself in for the excitement of that brief news update as well. The reality of the Leafs … [Read more...] about Roslovic watch, an opportunity for Robertson, and Tavares’ milestones: Leaflets

The TLN Maple Leafs prospect rankings were compiled by a panel of seven TLN writers, each ranking our top 20 prospects to form a consensus group ranking. Rather than hard and fast limits on age or NHL games played to determine “prospect” eligibility, our group decided on a more nuanced approach to include any reasonably young player who is either under contract with the Leafs … [Read more...] about 2025 TLN Maple Leafs Prospect Rankings: #16 Nick Moldenhauer

Is it too early to be thinking about the Olympic break? When it comes to hockey content in August, nothing is too early. And while the Olympics aren’t until February, there is good reason to consider the impact from day one of the season and go into the year knowing what benefits will come from it and what risks are going to need to be mitigated from it. That’s why it’s … [Read more...] about How will the Olympics affect the 2025-26 Maple Leafs?

The TLN Maple Leafs prospect rankings were compiled by a panel of seven TLN writers, each ranking our top 20 prospects to form a consensus group ranking.  Rather than hard and fast limits on age or NHL games played to determine “prospect” eligibility, our group decided on a more nuanced approach to include any reasonably young player who is either under contract with the Leafs … [Read more...] about 2025 TLN Maple Leafs Prospect Rankings: #17 Sam McCue

It’s the start of a new chapter for Nicolas Roy. On June 30, Roy was dealt to the Toronto Maple Leafs as part of the sign-and-trade that sent Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights. Speaking with Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill on Leafs Morning Take on Thursday, the 28-year-old shared that it was an unexpected turn of events. “Really surprised, to be honest,” Roy said of his … [Read more...] about New Maple Leaf Nicolas Roy ready to embrace pressures of playing in Canadian market