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[Leafs Links] Chris Johnston on the Mitch Marner negotiations: “Based on what I’ve heard recently, I don’t know that the gap is all that huge”

by: MLHS Staff — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 15 Aug

Chris Johnston discusses the latest he’s hearing about the Mitch Marner negotiations and William Nylander’s confidence entering the year, John Tavares discusses his experience negotiating his second contract, and more in the Leafs links. Johnston on...

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... got. He knows that, when you look at all the departures this season form the Leafs, it has been a pretty busy offseason. I think it had to be done to make ever ...

Toronto Marlies Summer Update and 2019-20 Schedule Release

by: Mark Rackham — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 6 Aug

It’s been a while since I supplied an update about the Toronto Marlies, but with roster turnover picking up the pace and the schedule released since my last article, it’s time for a recap to catch up on the latest state of affairs with the Leafs’...

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... ank Arena will play host for four (home) games, which includes a Marlies and Leafs doubleheader (November 30) and games on Boxing Day (December 26), Family Day ...

Kyle Dubas on Rasmus Sandin and Timothy Liljegren’s chances of making the big club: “We’ll give them every chance to make it”; Dubas on Mitch Marner negotiations: “It’s really status quo at this point”

by: MLHS Staff — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 6 Aug

Kyle Dubas joined the TSN broadcast at the World Junior Showcase this weekend, discussing the standout play of Leafs prospect Nick Robertson for Team USA, Rasmus Sandin and Timothy Liljegren’s odds of making the Leafs in camp, and the current status...

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... astic goal against Sweden. What can he add to the Leafs organization? Dubas: We are very excited about him. He has had a wonderful w ...

Toronto Maple Leafs sign Matt Read to a Professional Tryout Agreement

by: MLHS Staff — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 2 Aug

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed 33-year-old right winger Matt Read to a Professional Tryout Agreement, the club announced on Friday. Read’s career has fallen a long way since he was in the Calder conversation in 2011-12 in Philadelphia, where he...

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... bviously becomes that much more difficult for Read to force himself into the Leafs’ mix up front. This is likely a tryout that’s as much an audition for the ot ...

[Leafs Links] Alex Kerfoot on Tyson Barrie: “Sometimes people are a little too hard on him about his defensive game, but he is a complete player and one the best offensive defensemen in the league”

by: MLHS Staff — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 26 Jul

Kyle Dubas completed more of his off-season work with his second trade this week, while Alex Kerfoot, Zach Hyman, and Frederik Andersen met with the media at the SmashFest Charity Ping-Pong Challenge in today’s Leafs links. Leafs Links Zach Hyman on...

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... viously I want to see him back really bad and hopefully, it works out. Other Leafs Links Analysis: Leafs acquire Schmaltz in exchange for Borgman (MLHS) Analys ...

Analysis: Toronto Maple Leafs acquire Jordan Schmaltz in exchange for Andreas Borgman

by: Alec Brownscombe — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 25 Jul

The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired 25-year-old right-shot defenseman Jordan Schmaltz in return for Andreas Borgman, the club announced on Thursday. A converted defenseman entering college, Schmaltz played under now-Leafs assistant coach Dave...

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... the blue line currently. This is a huge camp for Holl, and it’s possible the Leafs would look at Martin Marincin on the right (it’s not pretty, but he has fill ...

Analysis: With David Clarkson acquisition, Toronto Maple Leafs are better prepared for Mitch Marner holdout or a Fall offer sheet scenario

by: Alec Brownscombe — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 25 Jul

“I’m not worried about six or seven right now. I’m worried about one.” – Former Leafs GM Dave Nonis on the David Clarkson contract, July of 2013 It turns out year seven of David Clarkson’s contract might turn out to be the most helpful one for the...

Toronto Maple Leafs sign Pontus Aberg, Tyler Gaudet, Kalle Kossila, and Garrett Wilson

by: MLHS Staff — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 24 Jul

In addition to confirming the Kenny Agostino, Kevin Gravel, and Nick Shore signings that were initially reported on July 1, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced the additions of forwards Pontus Aberg, Tyler Gaudet, Kalle Kossila, and Garrett Wilson...

Toronto Maple Leafs trade Garret Sparks to Vegas for David Clarkson and a 2020 Fourth Round Pick

by: MLHS Staff — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 23 Jul

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced today that they have acquired David Clarkson and a 2020 fourth-round pick in exchange for goaltender Garret Sparks. Clarkson, 35, has not appeared in a game over the past three seasons due to a career-ending back...

2019 Hockey Coaches Conference: Review & Key Takeaways

by: Anthony Petrielli — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 22 Jul

This past weekend, the Hockey Coaches Conference came to Toronto in what is fast becoming an annual tradition. When it first came to Toronto after originally starting in Vancouver, there was a small but passionate turnout. It has now grown into a...

[Leafs Links] Mitch Marner speaks: “I am sure something is going to get done before the season starts… Both sides are certain that will happen”

by: MLHS Staff — Maple Leafs Hot Stove 19 Jul

Mitch Marner made the media rounds ahead of his charity event this weekend, touching on contract talks with the team, the loss of veteran mentor Patrick Marleau, and how the Leafs roster is shaping up after the offseason moves. Leafs Links Marner on...