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Maple Leafs place Steven Lorentz on waivers ahead of season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 4:14 PM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Maple Leafs place Steven Lorentz on waivers ahead of season opener

Summary

The Toronto Maple Leafs placed forward Steven Lorentz on waivers as the NHL season approaches. The move comes as the team finalizes its roster before the opener against the Montreal Canadiens on September 29. Lorentz, who played two seasons with Toronto after winning the Stanley Cup with the Florida Panthers, recorded seven goals and 18 points last season. If he clears waivers, he is expected to join the Toronto Marlies in the AHL. Other players, including Philippe Myers and Michael Pezzetta, were also placed on waivers as part of the roster decisions.

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By the Numbers

•Steven Lorentz was placed on waivers by the Maple Leafs.
•Lorentz has a Stanley Cup win with the Florida Panthers.
•He recorded seven goals in 71 games last season.
•If unclaimed, he will be assigned to the Toronto Marlies.
•Other players, including Philippe Myers, were also placed on waivers.

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The NHL season is just days away, and the Toronto Maple Leafs have made a notable roster move involving a familiar face as they continue trimming their squad ahead of opening night. Steven Lorentz was placed on waivers by the…
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