Ice hockey
Bobrovsky Relieved to Avoid Facing Matthews
The 37-year-old Russian goalkeeper, who signed a three-year, $7 million cap hit deal with Toronto, praised Auston Matthews as a uniquely gifted opponent.
Ice hockey
The 37-year-old Russian goalkeeper, who signed a three-year, $7 million cap hit deal with Toronto, praised Auston Matthews as a uniquely gifted opponent.
GM John Chayka says Matthews is nearly 100% fit for training camp, with the captain focused solely on winning after his injury-shortened season.
Shumi Babaev says clubs approached Admiral over Der-Arguchintsev's KHL rights but talks stalled, while the forward's NHL future depends on Toronto.
Toronto add defenceman Nick Blankenburg on a professional tryout deal; a roster spot must open before a full contract can follow.
Goaltender Timofei Obvintsev made a string of saves, including a near-miss on a 3-on-0 rush, as Toronto fell 3-4 in overtime at the NHL Prospect Challenge.
The 2026 NHL first overall pick netted a lacrosse-style goal in a scrimmage, but Toronto has kept him out of the Prospect Challenge in Gatineau.
Toronto's No. 1 draft pick will stay with team-mate John Tavares, who says a family environment will help the 18-year-old handle the spotlight.
Florida captain Aleksandr Barkov praised Sergei Bobrovsky's seven seasons and two Stanley Cup wins after the goaltender's move to Toronto.
Bruins centre Fraser Minten, 22, signed a seven-year, $7.2M-per-year extension, effective in 2027, after a strong first season with Boston last year.