Maple Leafs consider trades for several players before NHL draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 7:08 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The Toronto Maple Leafs are exploring potential trades for multiple players ahead of the 2026 NHL draft. Following a challenging 2025-26 season, the team aims to refresh its roster. Key players under consideration include goalie Anthony Stolarz, defensemen Morgan Rielly and Brandon Carlo, and forward Matthew Knies. Stolarz, a 32-year-old goalie, might be pursued for his experience, while Rielly could attract interest from teams needing defensive strength. Carlo's fit with the team is uncertain, and Knies remains a young asset drawing trade interest. The Maple Leafs are intent on getting younger and more competitive in the upcoming season.
- •Toronto aims to get younger and faster in roster changes.
- •Anthony Stolarz had a mixed season and could be available.
- •Morgan Rielly may attract teams seeking veteran defense.
- •Brandon Carlo's future with the team is uncertain.
- •Matthew Knies is a valuable player for trade discussions.
- 7:08 PMYahoo Sports — 4 Maple Leafs players who could be traded before 2026 NHL draft
"The Toronto Maple Leafs are retooling, attempting to become younger while remaining competitive. With that, we look at four players who could be traded prior to the 2026 NHL draft.
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