"There's certainly been a number of ups and downs the Maple Leafs have navigated throughout the year, and heading into 2026, they're 18-15-6, three points out of a playoff spot, and filled with uncertainty on, and off the ice. General manager Brad Treliving is never shy to ask around to gauge the trade market, he's already fired an assistant coach, and he'll have lots of decisions to make with the roster heading into the next 12 months."
"Goaltending continues to be a strength, regardless of who is in the crease. This is going to be a huge factor for their case to make the playoffs. Joseph Woll must stay healthy, because it doesn't sound like Anthony Stolarz is anywhere close to returning. Dennis Hildeby has filled in nicely with a .914 save percentage, and the team will need his strong play to continue."
Craig Berube arrived as a new voice behind the bench after a 2025 season that pushed the eventual Stanley Cup champions to the brink of elimination. The Maple Leafs sit 18-15-6 and three points out of a playoff spot with 42 games remaining. General manager Brad Treliving is actively assessing the trade market and has already fired an assistant coach, signaling multiple roster decisions ahead. Goaltending is a key strength if Joseph Woll stays healthy and Dennis Hildeby sustains his .914 save percentage. Injuries and man-games missed, including absences of Chris Tanev and Brandon Carlo, remain the biggest influences. The team has been 5-3-2 in its last 10 games and will need collective buy-in to reach the top eight in the Eastern Conference.
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