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May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka speaks to the media at Real Sports Bar. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

John Chayka addresses Auston Matthews’ future and Leafs expectations

Jeremy Franks

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May 7, 2026

What Mitch Marner is doing in Vegas raises big questions for the Maple Leafs

Nicholas Giannone

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May 7, 2026

John Chayka must ignore pressure surrounding Auston Matthews after winning Draft Lottery

Nicholas Giannone

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May 7, 2026

The Maple Leafs should seriously consider trading the No. 1 pick

Mitchell Hartman

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May 6, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec (17) looks on during warm-up before the game against the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs can fix their blue line with one blockbuster trade — and Simon Nemec fits perfectly

Nicholas Giannone

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May 6, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) warms up before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Draft analyst says Maple Leafs shouldn’t take Gavin McKenna No. 1 overall

Thomas Williams

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May 6, 2026

Dec 15, 2015; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock yells instruction to his players during a timeout as assistant coach Jim Hiller and assistant coach D.J. Smith look on against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Air Canada Centre. The Lightning beat the Maple Leafs 5-4. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-Imagn Images

What the Maple Leafs looked like before their last No. 1 pick

Krishna Bhagnathsingh

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May 6, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) warms up before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

What John Chayka just said about Gavin McKenna will get Leafs fans talking

Thomas Williams

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May 6, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs new senior executive advisor Mats Sundin (l) and general manager John Chayka pose for picture after an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Hockey world reacts to Maple Leafs winning 2026 NHL Draft Lottery

Thomas Williams

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May 6, 2026

Jan 10, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) waits for the faceoff against the Vancouver Canucks during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Auston Matthews uncertainty could lead to a new face of the Maple Leafs

Nicholas Giannone

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May 6, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment CEO Keith Pelley answers media questions between Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka (left) and senior executive advisor Mats Sundin during an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs CEO raises eyebrows with comments during press conference

Nestor Quixtan

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May 6, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs new senior executive advisor Mats Sundin (l) and general manager John Chayka pose for picture after an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

This Draft Lottery win could change everything for the Maple Leafs

Edward Eng

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May 6, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment CEO Keith Pelley holds a team jersey between Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka (right) and senior executive advisor Mats Sundin during an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs' Draft Lottery miracle turns lost season into new hope

Jeremy Franks

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May 5, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; Tempe, AZ, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) skates against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the second period at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

The Maple Leafs have the No. 1 pick — but who should they take?

Nicholas Giannone

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May 5, 2026

Oct 10, 2025; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna (72) skates against the Clarkson Golden Knights during the second period at Pegula Ice Arena. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs winning Draft Lottery opens the door to blockbuster trades

Stephen Nixon

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May 5, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka speaks to the media during an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

John Chayka’s reaction to Maple Leafs’ Draft Lottery win says it all

Thomas Williams

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May 5, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment CEO Keith Pelley answers media questions between Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka (left) and senior executive advisor Mats Sundin during an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs stun hockey world by winning 2026 NHL Draft Lottery

Nestor Quixtan

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May 5, 2026

Jun 28, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs draft pick Easton Cowan stands with Leafs staff after being selected with the twenty eighth pick in round one of the 2023 NHL Draft at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

All 85 ways the Maple Leafs can win the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery

Thomas Williams

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May 5, 2026

Dec 8, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube watcxhes the action against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

John Chayka discusses Craig Berube's future with Maple Leafs

Nicholas Giannone

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May 5, 2026

Feb 25, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) during warm ups before the game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images

Chayka and Sundin weigh in on Auston Matthews’ future with the Leafs

Thomas Williams

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May 5, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) looks up at the scoreboard after scoring against the Anaheim Ducks during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Latest report on Auston Matthews should terrify Leafs fans

Thomas Williams

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May 5, 2026

Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; The draft board is seen following the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs have concerning odds entering the NHL Draft Lottery

Edward Eng

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May 5, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs senior executive advisor Mats Sundin speaks to the media at an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Mats Sundin shares what stands out about John Chayka as Leafs GM

Nicholas Giannone

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May 5, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) skates during warm up before a game against the Anaheim Ducks at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

John Chayka may have to pull off biggest trade in Maple Leafs history soon

Nestor Quixtan

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May 4, 2026

May 4, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment CEO Keith Pelley answers media questions between Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka (left) and senior executive advisor Mats Sundin during an introductory news conference at Real Sports Bar and Grill. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Steve Simmons asks Keith Pelley a must-watch question Leafs fans will love

Thomas Williams

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May 4, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Benoit-Olivier Groulx (29) reacts after scoring against the Anaheim Ducks during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

The Maple Leafs forward who surprised everyone in 2025-26 needs to be back

Krishna Bhagnathsingh

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May 4, 2026

Coyotes general manger John Chayka smiles during his introductory press conference in 2016.

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What John Chayka did in Arizona might determine his fate with the Leafs

Nicholas Giannone

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May 4, 2026

Coyotes GM John Chayka answers questions from Matt McConnell (R) at Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa in Glendale, Ariz. on June 28, 2019.

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John Chayka said everything Maple Leafs fans wanted to hear after becoming GM

Thomas Williams

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May 3, 2026

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