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Maple Leafs add Senators great Daniel Alfredsson to coaching staff

Elliotte Friedman — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:28:08 EDT

Hockey Hall of Famer and former Ottawa Senators player and assistant coach, Daniel Alfredsson, is expected to join Toronto’s staff.

How the Leo Carlsson offer sheet changes everything in the NHL

Elliotte Friedman — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 23:04:48 EDT

Elliotte Friedman writes about how Leo Carlsson’s five-year, $90 million offer sheet signed with Philadelphia changes everything about the NHL’s salary landscape as the cap soars.

Thoughts and predictions on the NHL off-season

Elliotte Friedman — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:18:07 EDT

As the NHL’s Signing Season opens on July 1, Elliotte Friedman shares some thoughts and predictions on free agency, the trade market and more to come this summer.

Zach Werenski vetoes trade to Dallas Stars

Elliotte Friedman — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:22:43 EDT

According to Elliotte Friedman, Dallas and Columbus had a trade in place, but Zach Werenski vetoed it.

Sources: Jason Robertson turns down contract offer from Kraken

Elliotte Friedman — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:24:16 EDT

Zach Werenski, Blue Jackets to discuss his future after NHL Draft

Elliotte Friedman — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:13:51 EDT

As public and private trade requests dominate the news cycle, the Columbus Blue Jackets will meet with their star defenceman after the draft to discuss his future with the team.

Why Senators traded Brady Tkachuk to Panthers

Elliotte Friedman — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 18:38:52 EDT

Maple Leafs hire Jim Hiller as head coach

Elliotte Friedman — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:56:05 EDT

Elliotte Friedman reports that the Toronto Maple Leafs are closing in on hiring Jim Hiller as their next head coach. Hiller previously coached in Los Angeles, and as an assistant with Toronto.

Western Michigan’s Pat Ferschweiler among candidates to be next Maple Leafs coach

Elliotte Friedman — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:58:43 EDT

As the Toronto Maple Leafs get into the final phase of their head coaching search, Western Michigan’s Pat Ferschweiler is among the candidates.

NHL officially opens Mike Babcock investigation

Elliotte Friedman — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:33:17 EDT

With the Stanley Cup Final now complete, the NHL has officially opened its investigation into Mike Babcock’s 2023 resignation from Columbus, as the Edmonton Oilers consider hiring him as head coach.

Sources: Darnell Nurse asks for trade, agrees it’s time to move from Oilers

Elliotte Friedman — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:04:22 EDT

According to multiple sources, Darnell Nurse has requested a trade out of Edmonton and agrees it’s time for a fresh start.

NHLPA asks for Babcock investigation before Oilers can hire him

Elliotte Friedman — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:34:34 EDT

According to multiple sources, the NHLPA has asked the NHL to do a full investigation into Mike Babcock’s departure from Columbus before Edmonton can officially hire him.

Friedman: What we are hearing on the Oilers and Mike Babcock

Elliotte Friedman — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:38:58 EDT

Maple Leafs plan to interview Joe Pavelski for head coach vacancy

Elliotte Friedman — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 10:43:37 EDT

An unexpected name surfaces in Toronto’s coaching search — Joe Pavelski.

According to multiple sources, the Future Hall-of-Famer is on the Maple Leafs’ radar as the team begins the next phase of its interview process, with one describing him as a “Martin St. Louis-style candidate.”

Sources: Dylan Larkin requests trade from Detroit

Elliotte Friedman — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:10:24 EDT

Elliotte Friedman reports that centre Dylan Larkin, after 11 years with the Detroit Red Wings and just one playoff appearance, has requested a trade from the team.

Sources: Gary Bettman laying foundation for succession plan

Elliotte Friedman — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:21:02 EDT

According to multiple sources, Gary Bettman is in conversations with the NHL’s Executive Committee about a succession plan for his eventual exit as commissioner.

Predators granted permission to speak to Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland

Elliotte Friedman — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:08:15 EDT

The Colorado Avalanche have granted the Nashville Predators permission to speak to GM Chris MacFarland for a role in their organization, but it’s not clear what their offer might be.

Maple Leafs officially hiring Mats Sundin, John Chayka to lead front office

Elliotte Friedman — Sun, 03 May 2026 15:46:35 EDT

Sources: Canucks seek permission from Leafs to speak to Shane Doan

Elliotte Friedman — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:45:05 EDT

In their ongoing search to re-shape the front office, sources indicate the Vancouver Canucks have asked the Maple Leafs for permission to speak to Shane Doan.

32 Thoughts: Can Hellebuyck and the Jets get back on track?

Elliotte Friedman — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:08:17 EDT

Connor Hellebuyck had some thoughtful words at the end of a disappointing Jets season and wondered how they could compete for the Cup. Plus thoughts on Sunny Mehta in New Jersey, updates on GM searches, and something on each playoff series.