Matthew Knies says he wasn't shocked by the trade to Columbus with all the rumours circling him over the past year, but says the timing of it just ahead of the season was surprising. Knies admits it was 'getting old' to constantly have the rumours hanging over his head and is excited for a fresh start with the Blue Jackets.
The Canadiens nearly acquired Matthew Knies during the last trade deadline and they also showed interest this summer in Kirill Marchenko. The Athletic's Arpon Basu joins TSN Maple Leafs reporter Mark Masters to discuss how the Habs are likely viewing this trade completed by their rivals and how Montreal is happy with how their team has rounded out.
Only Gavin McKenna knows how nervous he is ahead of his NHL regular season debut tonight but the rookie opted to skip the optional morning skate, which is a reflection of his confidence according to his teammates and head coach. TSN's Mark Masters has more.
Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock confirms that Ryan Nugent-Hopkins will not play in the Oilers' season-opener against the Vancouver Canucks, and how it will impact his lineup decisions for the game.
The Canadiens are excited to start the new season off with a rivalry matchup against the Maple Leafs and expect the intensity to be high in Toronto tonight. The Habs weigh in on the Leafs' revamped roster and the challenge they will present in the season-opener.
Team bonding trips are nothing new during NHL camps but the importance is elevated when a squad is trying to build chemistry with a lot of new players. That's the situation the Maple Leafs found themselves in and head coach Jim Hiller said the team trip to Arizona paid off.
The Canadiens rode their magical season last year all the way to the Eastern Conference Final, and are looking to build on that result heading into this season. However, as Mike Matheson explains, what happened last year doesn't matter now and it's time for Montreal to move on and focus on taking on the Maple Leafs tonight.
TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins Gino Reda to discuss how the Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies trade went down, if Marchenko will suit up in the Leafs' season opener against the Canadiens, the latest on Connor Hellebuyck and Dylan Larkin, and the league's crackdown on equipment infractions.
Matthew Knies was with the Maple Leafs during their trip to Arizona but he now finds himself a member of the Blue Jackets. Chris Tanev spoke about the brutality of the business when deals happen.
Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller will have some more lineup juggling to do following the acquisition of Kirill Marchenko. Hiller has coached against the winger in the past and outlined the strengths of his game which he hopes to exploit.
Maple Leafs forward Jack Roslovic spent a few years playing alongside Kirill Marchenko in Columbus so he has seen first-hand the quality player he is. Roslovic pointed out Marchenko's work ethic as a main catalyst for his success.
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman shares his excitement over the league's new 84-game season.
The Maple Leafs made a major move just ahead of the start of the regular season, shipping Matthew Knies to Columbus in a package for Kirill Marchenko. Will the addition of Marchenko vault the Leafs back into the playoffs this season? TSN Hockey analyst Frankie Corrado shares his thoughts.
Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka addressed the media following Monday's acquisition of Kirill Marchenko from the Blue Jackets. Chayka discussed what makes the 26-year-old winger such an impact player.
Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka said he apologized to Matthew Knies for all 'the noise over the last several months,' adding that he acknowledges it wasn't fair to him. Chayka stated that he believes the move to the Blue Jackets will be a good fit for Knies.
John Chayka believes the team's acquisition of Kirill Marchenko shows they are more than willing to pay a high price for elite-level talent that can be game-changers. The Maple Leafs general manager added he will continue to look to add pieces if something becomes available that makes the team better.
The Maple Leafs have made a ton of moves since John Chayka was hired as general manager during the offseason. Here is a look back on who is in, and who is out in Toronto as the new NHL season gets underway.
The Maple Leafs pulled off a blockbuster trade one day before the start of the season, acquiring Kirill Marchenko from the Blue Jackets as part of a six-player deal that included Matthew Knies. Marchenko and the Leafs then agreed to a six-year, $75 million contract extension that pays him $12.75 million, according to his agent, Dan Milstein.
Several NHL teams saw a massive change in personnel during the offseason. From star players to coaching staff, familiar faces are getting acquainted to new places, but how will it all play out once the season officially gets underway? We get you primed with everything you need to know in this TSN Hockey Season Preview show.
TSN Hockey analyst Frankie Corrado takes a look at Lane Hutson's skill level, and where it ranks alongside the other top-tiered defencemen in the NHL, including Cale Makar, Quinn Hughes and Zach Werenski.
Will we see a Hurricanes repeat or could a Canadian team finally put an end to the country's long Stanley Cup drought? The TSN Hockey panel makes its Cup predictions.
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