Maple Leafs draft two goalies during 2026 NHL Draft

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Maple Leafs draft two goalies during 2026 NHL Draft
Summary

The Toronto Maple Leafs added two goalies in the 2026 NHL Draft, continuing their focus on the position. With the 85th overall pick, acquired from the Philadelphia Flyers in the Joseph Woll trade, the team selected Finnish goalie Juuso Ainasto, who had a strong season with Jokerit. Later, they chose Patriks Plumins with the 114th pick; he had an impressive record in the Latvian league and notable performances at the U-18 World Championships. Both players are seen as long-term prospects in a franchise that has navigated significant goalie changes in recent years.

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  • Toronto drafted Juuso Ainasto with the 85th pick.
  • Patriks Plumins was chosen 114th overall.
  • Ainasto had a 1.74 GAA and 93.8 save percentage.
  • Plumins maintained a 1.50 GAA and 94.7 save percentage.
  • The team has seen significant changes in goaltending recently.
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  • 6:32 PMYahoo SportsMaple Leafs' goalie-heavy offseason continues with back-to-back draft picks
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Toronto keeps making goalie moves, including in the 2026 NHL Draft.

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