Stay up to date with all the latest Toronto Maple Leafs rumours, trade chatter, and insider buzz throughout the 2025–26 season. Updates are compiled from trusted sources including Sportsnet, TSN, The Fourth Period, and more. All items are sorted by date, with the newest reports appearing first.
Team Rumours & Insights
November 10, 2025
Leafs Defensive Metrics Drop Sharply; Kämpf Resolution Complicated by Bonus Clause Update
Source: 32 Thoughts: The Podcast (Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas, Sportsnet)
Elliotte Friedman highlighted Toronto’s drastic defensive decline from last season—dropping from 2nd in slot save percentage and 5th in inner-slot save percentage in 2024-25 to 31st and 25th this year. He noted the Leafs are among the NHL’s top three scoring teams but near the bottom in goals allowed, citing frequent “east-west” defensive breakdowns and overuse of Anthony Stolarz while Joseph Woll recovers.
Friedman also reported that David Kämpf’s contract resolution remains delayed because of claw-back language tied to his $1.25 million signing bonus. The clause allows the Leafs —or the league — to seek repayment if the contract is terminated. Both the team and the NHLPA are reviewing the language before a decision is finalized.
Key takeaway: Toronto’s defensive structure and goaltending are under scrutiny, and the Kämpf case has become a test of the club’s cap management approach.
November 6, 2025
Easton Cowan Temporarily Demoted Update
Source: TSN Insider Trading (Chris Johnston)
Johnston reported that Easton Cowan was reassigned due to Toronto’s crowded forward group, with 14 players who cannot easily move between the NHL and AHL. The move was primarily logistical, and management remains comfortable with the team’s depth for now.
November 5, 2025
Leafs Exploring Depth Forward Trades Trade
Source: @NHLRumourReport (via David Pagnotta, The Fourth Period)
David Pagnotta reports that Toronto continues to make calls on several of their depth forwards. However, the Leafs are not willing to give players away for free, preferring to move out a body for draft capital.
Leafs Want Scoring Winger; Cowan Untouchable Trade
Source: @Leafslatest (via Sportsnet)
Nick Kypreos reports that the Maple Leafs would like to add a scoring winger but are limited by a lack of trade assets. Rival teams are expected to inquire about Easton Cowan, who is considered untouchable, while Ben Danford could be a more attainable prospect.
Player-Specific Rumours & Links
Auston Matthews
Leafs confident in Matthews’ health after strong performance on Nov. 5.
November 7, 2025 — Leafs Confident in Auston Matthews’ Health Update
Source: 32 Thoughts: The Podcast (Elliotte Friedman, Kyle Bukauskas)
Elliotte Friedman said the Leafs believe Auston Matthews is healthy, adding that his performance against Utah on Nov. 5 was “his best game of the season.” Toronto remains confident there are no lingering issues, framing the outing as a sign Matthews is finding top form.
David Kämpf
Suspended without pay but situation may resolve soon.
November 10, 2025 — Kämpf Resolution Complicated by Bonus Clause Update
Source: 32 Thoughts: The Podcast (Elliotte Friedman & Kyle Bukauskas, Sportsnet)
Elliotte Friedman reported that resolution of David Kämpf’s contract has been slowed by claw-back language in his $1.25 million signing bonus that could require repayment if the deal is terminated. The Leafs and NHLPA are reviewing the clause as Toronto balances salary-cap implications and potential termination options.
November 10, 2025 — Kämpf Resolution Delayed Update
Source: @TheFourthPeriod (David Pagnotta)
David Pagnotta reports there’s still no resolution in the David Kämpf situation. Talks were expected to wrap by weekend, but may take a few more days.
November 7, 2025 — Chris Johnston Details Kämpf’s Options Update
Source: The Chris Johnston Show (via SDPN)
Chris Johnston outlined three possible paths for David Kämpf: trade, contract termination, or return to the Marlies. Both sides are handling the matter amicably but the Leafs have filed the necessary CBA suspension paperwork in case termination is pursued.
November 6, 2025 — David Kämpf Suspended Without Pay Update
Source: @PuckPedia
According to league sources, David Kämpf is suspended without pay by the Maple Leafs for leaving their AHL team. The club is not incurring his $1.25 million buried-cap charge. A resolution — return, termination, or trade — is expected soon.
Brayden Schenn
Linked to Toronto in trade chatter earlier this month.
November 4, 2025 — Leafs Inquired About Brayden Schenn Trade
Source: @NHLRumourReport
The Maple Leafs reportedly checked in on Brayden Schenn’s availability prior to his recent hot streak in St. Louis, though no deal was close. His physical play and leadership continue to attract interest from contenders.
Nick Robertson
Continues to draw trade interest amid limited role.
November 5, 2025 — Rival Teams Monitoring Robertson’s Situation Trade
Source: @NHLRumourReport
Multiple teams have reached out to Toronto regarding Nick Robertson, whose ice time has fluctuated early in the season. The Leafs aren’t shopping him but could revisit discussions later this winter if the forward group remains crowded.
