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Maple Leafs Open Camp With New Look as Trade Chatter Swirls Around Robertson

Management’s push for size and defensive heft raises fresh questions about replacing Marner’s offense.

May 16, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) shoots and scores against the Florida Panthers during the third period in game six of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Nicholas Robertson (89) celebrates scoring a goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the first period at Scotiabank Arena.

Overview

  • Toronto completed a sign-and-trade sending Mitch Marner to Vegas for Nicolas Roy, and debate continues in Toronto over Marner’s safety comments after team security reportedly found no credible threat.
  • The roster now skews bigger and more physical under Brad Treliving and Craig Berube, with additions such as Matias Maccelli, Dakota Joshua, and Michael Pezzetta, and Roy expected to fill a defensive depth role.
  • Two top-six wing spots are unsettled heading into camp, with Max Domi, Maccelli, and Bobby McMann in the mix and Nick Robertson viewed as a high-upside internal option alongside Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies.
  • Robertson remains a frequently mentioned trade chip despite signing a one-year deal, with Calle Jarnkrok and McMann also cited as potential moves as Elliotte Friedman says the Maple Leafs may need to clear bodies before opening night.
  • Goaltender Anthony Stolarz is healthy for camp after last season’s concussion and enters a contract year following a .926 save percentage and 2.14 goals-against average in 30-plus games.