Maple Leafs, Canadiens pursue Mason Marchment ahead of free agency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens are targeting Mason Marchment as they look to address roster needs before NHL free agency opens on July 1. Marchment's size and scoring ability appeal to both teams, who are reportedly monitoring his situation closely as the Columbus Blue Jackets attempt to re-sign him. Columbus general manager Don Waddell emphasized Marchment's importance to the team, reflecting their efforts to keep him despite the interest from other clubs. The outcome of negotiations could shape the futures of both Canadian franchises as they navigate the upcoming offseason.
- •Toronto seeks to enhance physicality and secondary scoring options.
- •Montreal aims to add experienced help to their forward group.
- •Columbus is working on re-signing Marchment before free agency.
- •Marchment had a productive end to the season with 19 goals and 45 points.
- •Both teams are prepared to act if negotiations with Columbus falter.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Robust Market Shaping Up’ — Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens Chasing Blue Jackets’ UFA Forward
"The race to reshape NHL rosters is picking up speed, and two Canadian contenders have already identified a forward who could address multiple needs in one move. Toronto is looking to add more size and secondary scoring, while Montreal continues searching for experienced help up front.
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