Maple Leafs consider signing Ilya Mikheyev from Blackhawks this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:34 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly considering a reunion with Ilya Mikheyev, currently a free agent after his tenure with the Chicago Blackhawks. Following recent roster changes, including trades involving Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit, the team aims to bolster its forward depth. Analysts suggest Mikheyev's speed and strong defensive skills could be valuable for the Maple Leafs, particularly for their penalty kill, as he approaches free agency on July 1. Mikheyev, who previously played with the Leafs for three seasons, posted solid scoring numbers in recent years, making him a compelling option moving forward.
- •Maple Leafs recently traded Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to the Flyers.
- •Mikheyev scored 18 goals and 36 points last season with the Blackhawks.
- •The team is targeting increased forward depth for the upcoming season.
- •Mikheyev is effective in penalty kill situations.
- •He previously played for the Maple Leafs from 2019-2022.
- 1:34 PMYahoo Sports — Maple Leafs Urged to Reunite With Blackhawks UFA Forward
"The Toronto Maple Leafs have made multiple changes to their roster already this offseason. They recently traded Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers and brought in Darren Raddysh from the Tampa Bay Lightning in a sign-and-trade. However, when looking at the Maple Leafs’ current roster, they should not be done yet.The Maple […] The post Maple Leafs Urged to Reunite With Blackhawks UFA Forward appeared first on HEAVY.
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