When Nazem Kadri, the grandson of Lebanese immigrants, was traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs — the team he grew up idolizing — to the Colorado Avalanche in 2019, the move hit him hard. A native of London, Ontario, Kadri had realized a childhood dream when he was selected seventh overall by the Leafs in … Read more
The Edmonton Oilers emerged victorious in a key free-agent race this offseason, beating out the Toronto Maple Leafs for the signing of talented winger Andrew Mangiapane, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. During an episode of his 32 Thoughts podcast, Friedman shared that both Edmonton and Toronto were actively pursuing Mangiapane, but the Oilers secured the … Read more
Toronto, ON — The NHL trade rumor mill is heating up, and a familiar name is once again linked to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Buzz is building around the possibility of Nazem Kadri reuniting with his former team, as his hefty seven-year, $49 million contract with the Calgary Flames draws renewed scrutiny. Kadri, who spent … Read more
TORONTO – The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward to a one-year contract worth $775,000 USD. Lettieri, 30, is a native of Excelsior, Minnesota. Over his NHL career, he has recorded 15 goals and 17 assists for 32 points in 155 games played. He has previously suited up for the New York Rangers, Anaheim … Read more
The Toronto Maple Leafs have announced the signings of forwards as well as the re-signing of defenseman Dakota Mermis. Mermis agreed to a two-year deal with an annual average value of \$812,000. The 31-year-old is expected to play a key role on the Toronto Marlies’ blue line next season. Last year, he appeared in three … Read more
He is heading home, signing with the Toronto Maple Leafs after spending his entire four-year NHL career with the Montreal Canadiens. The 27-year-old winger, a Toronto native, went pointless in 25 games last season, averaging about six minutes of ice time when he cracked Montreal’s lineup. Despite limited production, he posted solid possession metrics, including … Read more
Veteran forward Brad Marchand, 37, who was set to become an unrestricted free agent on July 1, has reportedly agreed to a six-year contract extension with the Florida Panthers, according to TSN and The Athletic’s Pierre LeBrun. While the average annual value (AAV) hasn’t been disclosed, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports the total value could be … Read more
According to TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger, the Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to trade pending unrestricted free agent to the Vegas Golden Knights in a sign-and-trade deal. TSN’s Chris Johnston reports that new contract will span eight years with an average annual value of \$12 million. Bob McKenzie adds that the deal, if finalized, … Read more
While it might not compare to him retaining all three key free agents from the two-time champion Florida Panthers, the Toronto Maple Leafs were pleased to lock in him to a new three-year contract on Monday, avoiding the risk of losing him in free agency. After leaving Florida last offseason, he joined Toronto on a … Read more
The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly planning major offseason changes and sign Marchand. Marchand played a key role in the Florida Panthers’ Stanley Cup victory last season. Although he has expressed a desire to re-sign in Florida, no agreement has been reached yet. With free agency set to open on July 1, there’s a real … Read more
