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Time of India
an hour ago
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- Time of India
Brad Marchand ignites Maple Leafs buzz with cryptic 'Sh*t dawg' comment ahead of NHL free agency
Brad Marchand fuels Maple Leafs rumors ahead of NHL free agency (Image via: Getty Images) Brad Marchand has never needed many words to make an impact—on or off the ice. Now, just days before entering free agency, the veteran forward has stirred the NHL landscape with a single Instagram comment that's fueling intense speculation about a potential move to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Coming off a stellar postseason with the Florida Panthers, Marchand has once again seized the spotlight—this time, with a message that has fans and analysts on edge. Brad Marchand's seven-word comment stirs buzz ahead of NHL free agency The buzz began when veteran NHL insider Nick Kypreos made a bold claim during his appearance on Leafs Morning Take: 'I don't know how [Marchand] doesn't end up as a Maple Leaf.' Kypreos pointed to the financial leverage Toronto holds and Marchand's underpaid eight-year, $49 million contract as key factors. Marchand's reply came not in a press release, but in a striking comment on Instagram: 'Sh*t dawg… the people wanna see it?' For a player who has long been a central figure in heated rivalries particularly between Boston and Toronto just acknowledging the possibility of joining the Maple Leafs was enough to dominate headlines. All eyes on Toronto as Marchand hits free agency radar The Maple Leafs are entering a pivotal offseason. With over $25 million in projected cap space and uncertainty surrounding stars like Mitch Marner and John Tavares, the franchise is actively seeking a cultural reset. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Duisburg: GEERS sucht 700 Testhörer für Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung GEERS Undo General manager Brad Treliving has spoken openly about the need to alter the team's "DNA"—and Marchand fits the bill. Despite being 37, he remains a postseason powerhouse. His recent playoff performance—10 goals and 20 points in 23 games—was instrumental in Florida's second consecutive Stanley Cup win. Across his career, he's amassed 158 points in 180 playoff appearances, underscoring his enduring impact when it matters most. Also Read: Florida Panthers star Brad Marchand turns Pizza delivery hero after Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup win While the Panthers are still expected to pursue a new deal with Marchand, cap constraints and future roster plans could complicate negotiations. The franchise is aware of his value, but also of the difficult decisions that come with back-to-back title runs. Follow all the live updates, scores, and highlights from the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
6 days ago
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- Time of India
BREAKING: Matthew Knies contract talks get bold Tkachuk comparison from NHL expert Craig Button
BREAKING: Matthew Knies contract talks get bold Tkachuk comparison from NHL expert Craig Button (Image via Getty) A young star from the Toronto Maple Leafs is waiting for a new contract, but things might get tricky. Fans are watching closely to see what the team does next. A former NHL general manager has now spoken about the situation and made a strong comparison that surprised many. Could the Leafs be repeating an old mistake? Craig Button compares Matthew Knies' situation to Matthew Tkachuk's 2019 holdout On Friday, June 14, 2025, hockey analyst Craig Button appeared on the Leafs Morning Take show and talked about Matthew Knies, a forward for the Toronto Maple Leafs. As his entry-level contract has expired, Knies is now a limited free agent going into free agency on July 1. Craig Button, once an NHL general manager, made a rather courageous contrast. — tlndc (@tlndc) He alleged this situation mirrors what happened in 2019, when Matthew Tkachuk was present and Brad Treliving was the GM of the Calgary Flames. While Tkachuk wanted a long-term deal then, the Flames only gave him three years just before the regular season got underway. Button said on the show, 'Matthew Tkachuk was hoping for a big deal like Leon Draisaitl, but Brad went short-term. In the end, that hurt Calgary because they lost him later.' He also added, 'Brad Treliving upset Tkachuk… and then he wanted out.' Now, Button is warning the Maple Leafs not to make the same mistake with Knies. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Also Read: Craig Button Highlights Maple Leafs Changes After Playoff Opener Matthew Knies becomes a key player after a strong 2024–25 season Matthew Knies, 21, had a fantastic year with the Leafs. During the 2024–25 NHL season, he had five goals in 13 playoff game,s together with 29 goals and 29 assists in 78 games. He was among the team's best forwards even though he battled a bit on defence. On May 29, 2025, Leafs GM Brad Treliving said in an interview with Athlon Sports that re-signing Knies is one of the team's top jobs this summer. He said, 'I'd like to get it done as soon as possible… Matthew had a tremendous year. He became a really important player.' Still, Treliving hasn't clearly confirmed if other key players like Mitch Marner and John Tavares will stay with the team. The Leafs also want to improve their defense and find players who can handle pressure during playoff games. Now, all eyes are on how Treliving handles Knies' new contract before it becomes another Tkachuk-like story.
Edmonton Journal
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Former Maple Leafs GM reveals why team passed on drafting Joe Sakic
Article content While it was well known that the Leafs passed on Joe Sakic in 1987 — as did 12 other clubs before Sakic went to the Quebec Nordiques — Stellick detailed how close the future Hall of Famer came to wearing Blue and White in a guest appearance on the Leafs Morning Take podcast. Holding the seventh overall pick that year, the Leafs had an ad hoc committee with Stellick, who was then the NHL's youngest GM at 30 years old, coach John Brophy and senior scouts, but all living with the whims of unpredictable owner Harold Ballard. Big Peterborough Petes defenceman Luke Richardson was on their radar, but as it got close to Toronto's turn, scouting director Floyd Smith made a convincing argument to consider Sakic. With 60 goals and 73 assists for the Swift Current Broncos, Sakic was certainly attractive, but lacked bulk. 'The table (at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit) is up in arms, like 'holy crap,'' Stellick recalled for the show's hosts. 'Brophy (who preferred scrappy players) was going nuts because he doesn't like small centremen.
Toronto Sun
11-06-2025
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- Toronto Sun
Former Maple Leafs GM reveals why team passed on drafting Joe Sakic
Former Leafs coach John Brophy 'was going nuts because he doesn't like small centremen.' Get the latest from Lance Hornby straight to your inbox Former Quebec Nordiques star Joe Sakic during a game in 1995. Postmedia files Say it ain't so, Joe. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. 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Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account As the Maple Leafs grapple with all-star Mitch Marner's likely departure, former general manager Gord Stellick brought up another story of a first-round pick, this one that got away at the draft table. While it was well known that the Leafs passed on Joe Sakic in 1987 — as did 12 other clubs before Sakic went to the Quebec Nordiques — Stellick detailed how close the future Hall of Famer came to wearing Blue and White in a guest appearance on the Leafs Morning Take podcast. Holding the seventh overall pick that year, the Leafs had an ad hoc committee with Stellick, who was then the NHL's youngest GM at 30 years old, coach John Brophy and senior scouts, but all living with the whims of unpredictable owner Harold Ballard. Big Peterborough Petes defenceman Luke Richardson was on their radar, but as it got close to Toronto's turn, scouting director Floyd Smith made a convincing argument to consider Sakic. With 60 goals and 73 assists for the Swift Current Broncos, Sakic was certainly attractive, but lacked bulk. 'The table (at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit) is up in arms, like 'holy crap,'' Stellick recalled for the show's hosts. 'Brophy (who preferred scrappy players) was going nuts because he doesn't like small centremen. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'John Brophy was our coach and he had way too much influence as a coach because the owner, Harold Ballard, liked him … It's absurd. A coach who is even involved when you're drafting. But he had the ear of the owner.' That insured the Leafs took Richardson, but as was the case with many of their 1980s picks, they had no gradual development plan for him. He could've used another year of junior, but openly challenged Stellick's plan to demote him and, while he did play 21 years with various teams, his Toronto tenure wasn't as successful as hoped. Read More Stellick said he re-hashed the story with Sakic in 2012 at the latter's Hall of Fame induction. The irony was that Sakic wasn't even the Nordiques' first pick that year. In a draft dominated by defencemen, they took Bryan Fogarty ninth before Sakic at 15th. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Two Hall of Famers led off that draft, with Pierre Turgeon going first to Buffalo and future Leafs president Brendan Shanahan second to the New Jersey Devils. 'I always think about that … c'est la vie,' Stellick concluded his story. ' I'm sure that it worked out better for Joe Sakic.' Sakic had three 100-point seasons with Quebec, which changed addresses to Colorado in 1995 and won the Stanley Cup its first year in Denver. That was Sakic's first of two as a player, the second coming in 2001, before adding the 2022 title as the team's GM. He's now the Avalanche's director of hockey operations. lhornby@ X: @sunhornby NHL Celebrity Editorial Cartoons Toronto & GTA News
Yahoo
07-06-2025
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- Yahoo
NHL Insider Addresses Possible Breakup of Maple Leafs' Core Four
NHL Insider Addresses Possible Breakup of Maple Leafs' Core Four originally appeared on Athlon Sports. As the Toronto Maple Leafs head into another offseason marked by disappointment, the spotlight remains fixed on their long-standing Core Four and what might happen next. Advertisement Following a second-round collapse against the Florida Panthers, speculation has grown about whether general manager Brad Treliving will break up the group that has consistently fallen short in the postseason, even more after he claimed the "DNA has to change" during his final media availability. Despite those remarks and steady calls for major change, analysts Bryan Hayes and Darren Dreger are not convinced that trades involving Auston Matthews or William Nylander are on the table. Speaking on TSN's "OverDrive" on Monday, Hayes pushed back against the idea that Toronto could shop any of the big names outside of Mitch Marner in an offseason trade. Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) speaks with Mitch Marner (16), William Nylander (88), and Matthew Knies (23) at Scotiabank Hamilton-Imagn Images "They're not trading Matthews or Nylander," Hayes said. "I just can't see it, man. Advertisement "Matthews, they're not moving off. Nylander is a year into an eight-year (contract with a) full no-move (clause). Willy's not going anywhere. I just don't think Willy would waive." Hayes pointed to the Maple Leafs' past behavior—with all of Marner, Nylander, and Matthews having signed at least one contract extension in Toronto—as further evidence that the club won't pressure their top stars to move. "They've never shown at any point a scenario where they felt like they would make things uncomfortable or they would try to do that," Hayes said. Dreger, speaking on "Leafs Morning Take" on May 23, precisely pointed toward that trend while echoing Hayes' sentiment. Advertisement The insider, however, dismissed the idea of Matthews being part of any bold shift unless he requests a trade. "Come on, this guy is an absolute stud; he's a superstar," Dreger said. "For it to happen with Matthews at any point in the foreseeable future, that would be on him." Related: NHL Insider Adds Fuel to Connor McDavid-Maple Leafs Speculation Related: Only One Thing Could Make Maple Leafs Trade Auston Matthews, Insider Believes This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
