The NHL features key matchups including Crosby aiming for a 9-game point streak and a 7th straight win for the Penguins, McDavid seeking a career-high 18-game point streak, and Toronto's Matthews on a scoring hot streak, with division battles and potential season debuts across the schedule.
Tom Wilson is day-to-day for the Capitals due to a lower-body injury; Ilya Sorokin is expected to start for the Islanders after missing seven games; Jake McCabe will be out for a week for the Maple Leafs; Jason Zucker is expected to return for the Sabres; and the Avalanche's Devon Toews and captain Gabriel Landeskog are dealing with injuries.
Auston Matthews became the Toronto Maple Leafs' all-time leading goal-scorer, surpassing Mats Sundin with his 421st goal, achieved during a game against the New York Islanders. The 28-year-old, known for his scoring prowess and multiple Maurice Richard Trophies, set the record in his NHL career spanning 664 games, highlighting his exceptional talent and significance to the team.
Auston Matthews is set to return for the Toronto Maple Leafs against the Jets after recovering from a lower-body injury, while other NHL updates include Sorokin's potential return for the Islanders, Chinakhov's possible debut for the Penguins, and various injury reports across teams.
The Toronto Maple Leafs ended a three-game losing streak with a 6-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, providing a rare boost amid a challenging season marked by struggles and recent coaching changes. Key players like William Nylander and Max Domi found form, and veteran Chris Tanev returned from injury, but questions remain whether this performance signals a turning point or just a temporary lift before facing the Ottawa Senators next.
The article previews the upcoming game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Toronto Maple Leafs, highlighting key player achievements and stats, including Sidney Crosby's franchise record, Bryan Rust's performance against Toronto, and notable milestones for goaltender Stuart Skinner and defenseman Connor Clifton.
The NHL status report highlights key injury updates and lineup changes, including Joseph Woll returning for the Maple Leafs against the Blackhawks, Kuemper's injury status with the Kings, and Ristolainen's season debut with the Flyers, among other team updates.
During his 2019 free agency negotiations with the Raptors, Kawhi Leonard's representatives reportedly demanded unusual terms, including an ownership stake in the Maple Leafs and other companies, as well as sponsorship income, which exceeded typical offers. The report also links Leonard to a controversial endorsement deal with Aspiration, a Clippers sponsor, raising questions about potential salary cap circumvention and misconduct in NBA negotiations. The NBA is currently investigating these allegations.
The Toronto Maple Leafs traded a 2028 fourth-round draft pick to the Vancouver Canucks to acquire forward Dakota Joshua, who has 14 points this season and a career total of 78 points in 241 NHL games.
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced their 2025-26 NHL regular season schedule, starting on October 8 against the Canadiens and ending on April 15 against the Senators, with notable busy months in January and March, and a total of 15 back-to-back games.
The Toronto Maple Leafs traded Ryan Reaves to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for Henry Thrun, with Reaves bringing physicality and toughness to the Sharks and Thrun contributing as a young defenseman for the Maple Leafs.
Matthew Knies signed a six-year, $46.5 million contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs, reflecting his strong performance and potential, and avoiding free agency; the team also made other roster moves including trading Mitch Marner and signing Vinni Lettieri.
The Toronto Maple Leafs traded Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for Nicolas Roy, a 28-year-old center with a Stanley Cup win in 2023, known for his international play and NHL experience.
Mitch Marner was traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Vegas Golden Knights, signing an 8-year, $96 million contract, and was replaced in Toronto by Nicolas Roy. Marner, a key player with a career-high 102 points last season, joins a Golden Knights team that recently won the Stanley Cup, marking a significant move in his NHL career.
The Vegas Golden Knights acquired Mitch Marner from the Toronto Maple Leafs in a sign-and-trade deal worth $96 million over eight years, preventing him from becoming a free agent. Nicolas Roy is expected to be part of the trade returning to Toronto. Marner, a top scorer and key player for the Maple Leafs, is set to join Vegas, where he will likely be a top-line player.