Maple Leafs' Case for Letting Mitch Marner Leave in Free Agency & 3 Predictions for 2024-25?
Plus, 3 players in danger of losing roster spot in 2024-25 , the latest news & rumours and more
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Maple Leafs’ Case for Letting Mitch Marner Leave in Free Agency
August 6, 2024 by The Old Prof
The Toronto Maple Leafs face a pivotal decision regarding Mitch Marner as they try to figure out their salary cap challenges and roster construction after this season. While Marner is undoubtedly a creative and talented player, his impending free agency carries significant baggage.
3 Toronto Maple Leafs’ Predictions for 2024-25
August 6, 2024 by Andrew Forbes
The dog days of summer are here for fans of the NHL and while puck drop on the 2024-25 season is slowly creeping closer, it’s time to make some early offseason predictions for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
3 Maple Leafs in Danger of Losing Roster Spot in 2024-25
August 6, 2024 by Peter Baracchini
It’s no question that the Toronto Maple Leafs roster is going to look a lot different this season. With the additions made in the offseason, plus significant growth with top prospects like Easton Cowan, it could make battles for roster spots very interesting. As a result, some names that could be on the roster aren’t really a guarantee as nothing is set in stone just yet.
Did Maple Leafs Miss Out On the Blue Line Steal of Free Agency?
August 5, 2024 by Jim Parsons
The Colorado Avalanche have officially signed defenseman Oliver Kylington to a one-year contract valued at $1.05 million. The 27-year-old previously played for the Calgary Flames, where he experienced ups and downs and personal issues that forced him to miss the 2022-23 season. He appeared in 33 games during the 2023-24 season, recording eight points with three goals and five assists and while he was looking to sign with the Flames again this summer, the two sides couldn’t reach a deal.
Toronto Maple Leafs’ 2024-25 Projected Lineup
August 5, 2024 by Spencer Lazary
The 2024-25 season will begin in 65 days, yet several questions about the Toronto Maple Leafs remain unanswered. Among the most pressing is the status of Jani Hakanpää. Recently spotted at a Finnish golf charity event in a Dallas Stars jersey, there has been no official statement from the Maple Leafs about his signing. Additionally, there are lingering questions about star forward Mitch Marner and whether the team will clear cap space through trades before the season starts.
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Matthews, Nylander, Jarnkrok & Cowan
August 5, 2024 by The Old Prof
Evaluating player performance can be approached in several ways, each offering a unique perspective. The “eyeball test” has traditionally been the go-to method, where observers gauge a player’s effectiveness based on their live performance. Standard statistics such as goals, assists and plus-minus ratings provide a more concrete measure of a player’s contributions.
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Maple Leafs’ Backup Plans for Extended Robertson Signing Standoff
August 5, 2024 by Jim Parsons
Nick Robertson, the 22-year-old restricted free-agent winger for the Toronto Maple Leafs, has declared his intention not to re-sign with the team this summer. An RFA who could be part of a solid forward mix in 2024-25, on June 30, TSN’s Chris Johnston reported that Robertson informed the Leafs’ management of his desire to be traded, setting the stage for a potential standoff that could extend into training camp and possibly the start of the regular season.