According to NHL analyst Matt Larkin, not only have the Leafs changed their DNA, but they have done so for the worse. So much so that Larkin warned that the franchise's offseason could be “a massive failure” in a blunt assessment at Daily Faceoff on Thursday.

There have been talks that the Stars are considering parting ways with Jason Robertson. While it stills seems a somewhat unlikely outcome, the Maple Leafs would do well to keep tabs on the situation. Robertson is an elite goal scorer, with 151 goals in the last four years, including 35 in 2024-25.

According to NHL insider Chris Johnston, the Maple Leafs appear likely to hold on to forward Nicholas Robertson, despite ongoing trade rumors and his recent salary arbitration filing. Johnston suggests the team is more inclined to sign the 22-year-old winger to a new deal than to move him, at least for now.

NHL insider James Mirtle of The Athletic gave a key update on the Maple Leafs potential signing of middle-six forward Jack Roslovic.

The Pittsburgh Penguins are actively exploring trade possibilities for star defenseman Erik Karlsson, and his next destination could reignite a longtime rivalry in the Atlantic Division.

Toronto's roughly $6 million in cap space gives the team flexibility and opportunity, which could be fascinating for next season.