Toronto Maple Leafs prepare for 2026-27 season amid roster changes

Toronto Maple Leafs NHL training camp Chris Tanev Auston Matthews hockey injuries

The Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing for the 2026-27 NHL training camp following significant roster and front-office changes led by general manager John Chayka and senior advisor Mats Sundin. Key additions to the roster include No. 1 overall pick Gavin McKenna and goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky.

Major storylines heading into camp focus on player health. Captain Auston Matthews is recovering from knee surgery, and fans are monitoring his skating and back health. Defenseman Chris Tanev, who was limited to 11 games last season due to a concussion, spinal issues, and core muscle surgery, has been training with trainer Gary Roberts. Tanev has also been skating this offseason with NHL stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, as well as his brother Brandon Tanev, and expressed hope to be ready for the start of camp.

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