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Exploring three potential outcomes for the 2026-27 Maple Leafs

Justin Bourne

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Five questions about the wave of 'efficient' long-term contracts

The NHL contract landscape radically changed this summer, beginning with the Leo Carlsson offer sheet and extending into the first week of pre-season. Justin Bourne explores five questions he wonders about in this era of big-money deals.

Analyzing the Maple Leafs' off-season: Better team, bigger questions

Two sentences on every notable free-agency signing

It was a busy day around the NHL on July 1, and keeping track of it all might not be for the faint of heart. To help, Justin Bourne digs into every notable signing from the opening day of free agency.

Where Maple Leafs' defence stands, and where it's possibly headed

On the verge of July 1st and In the midst of the Maple Leafs making major changes to their defence, Justin Bourne discusses where things are at with their D-corps, and where they're going.

Why the appeal of Florida and Vegas is a boom-bust cycle, not the new normal

What Darren Raddysh can do for the Maple Leafs

The Maple Leafs took a big swing by trading for, and then signing, 30-year-old Darren Raddysh to an eight-year contract. Justin Bourne writes what the new defenceman can bring to the team.

Initial thoughts on the Maple Leafs hiring Jim Hiller as head coach

After the shocking hire of Jim Hiller as the next head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Justin Bourne shares his initial thoughts on the decision.

How the oft-dismissed Hurricanes became an undeniable champion

Bourne: Why Gavin McKenna is right pick for Maple Leafs at No. 1

As we approach the NHL Draft, the sentiment around who the Maple Leafs should take No. 1 overall has settled on one guy: Gavin McKenna. Justin Bourne explains all the reasons why he believes McKenna is the right pick for Toronto.