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.
The TSN Hockey panel dissects the Canucks projected opening night roster and shares their outlook for how Vancouver will do this upcoming season.
The TSN Hockey panel dissects the Flames projected opening night roster and shares their outlook for how Calgary will do this upcoming season.
TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button is not one to shy away from making difficult decisions and he once again steps up to the plate to predict the entire upcoming NHL season in, Buttonology.
There's plenty to look forward to this upcoming NHL season and the Quizmaster asks about the Connor McDavid-Mike Babcock relationship in Edmonton, the talented rookie class and a pair of hard-nosed brother tandems in the league.
The loss of Brady Tkachuk and which version of Linus Ullmark will be on display this season are just a few of the talking points in Ottawa heading into the new season. The TSN Hockey panel dissects the Sens projected opening night roster and shares their outlook for how they will do in 2026-27.
The expectations are high in Montreal after making it to the Eastern Conference Final last season. Can Cole Caufield duplicate his magical season? Who should be the second-line centre? The TSN Hockey panel dissects the Canadiens projected opening night roster and shares their outlook for how they will do this upcoming season.
The Jets will begin the season with a massive distraction between the pipes as Connor Hellebuyck remains suspended after failing to report to the team for training camp. Will this derail Winnipeg's season before it even begins? The TSN Hockey panel looks ahead to what the Jets are dealing with ahead of the upcoming season.
The Oilers had a bit more of an extended summer than they were hoping for and the team will be making a number of adjustments with new faces to integrate, including a new bench boss in Mike Babcock. How will that play out in Edmonton? The TSN Hockey panel dissects the upcoming season for the Oilers.
The Maple Leafs ended last season in disappointment but has the prospect of a healthy Auston Matthews, the selection of Gavin McKenna, the last-minute acquisition of Kirill Marchenko and a new voice behind the bench given fans enough hope for a quick turnaround? The TSN Hockey panel dissects the Leafs projected opening night roster and shares their outlook for how they will do this upcoming season.
Senators reduced their roster to 23 players, and most notably on defence, Ben Hutton, who was on a PTO, has been released, while Hoyt Stanley, who was on the bubble, has been included on the roster. TSN's Claire Hanna has more.
The Jets have claimed goalie Clay Stevenson off waivers from the Capitals on Monday. Stevenson, 27, appeared in four games in Washington last season, recording a 2.00 goals-against average and a .921 save percentage, and posted a 18-13-3 record with a 2.62 goals-against average and .912 save percentage in the AHL.
TSN Hockey analyst Cameron Gaunce takes a deep dive into Auston Matthews' dip in production last season and explains why he could respond with a 50-goal campaign with the Maple Leafs.
Mike Babcock has certainly put his stamp on his first training camp as Oilers head coach, wanting things done fast, efficiently and with maximum attention to detail. TSN's Ryan Rishaug has more.
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