'Doesn't Matter For Me': Maple Leafs Kirill Marchenko Has No Problem On Off-Wing And Power-Play Bumper Positions

TRENDINGDivision series previewValkyries take down Wings49ers owner suspended, finedWNBA playoffsCBS, Tony Romo part waysStory byStory by'Doesn't Matter For Me': Maple Leafs Kirill Marchenko Has No Problem On Off-Wing And Power-Play Bumper PositionsAndre LealSat, October 3, 2026 at 11:00 AM UTC·3 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesNHL Rumor Roundup: What Next For The Maple Leafs And Canadiens After The Marchenko Trade?The Toronto Maple Leafs might not be done making big moves after acquiring Kirill Marchenko, whom the Montreal Canadiens coveted as they continue their search for a scoring forward.The Hockey NewsAuston Matthews' surprising role in Maple Leafs' monster Marchenko trade revealedThe Maple Leafs captain was reportedly much closer to the blockbuster than anyone realized.HockeyFeedEaston Cowan Not Moving Up The Lineup, Despite Hot Start for Maple LeafsWith all the fuss about newcomers Kirill Marchenko, Gavin McKenna and Sergei Bobrovsky, and the usual hype around Auston Matthews, […]SportsnautAdvertisementAdvertisementMaple Leafs Have Seen Easton Cowan’s Stock SkyrocketThe Toronto Maple Leafs have seen Easton Cowan's value within the organization shoot through the roof this season. The post Maple Leafs Have Seen Easton Cowan’s Stock Skyrocket appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs’ Sergei Bobrovsky Responds After Gavin McKenna IncidentThe Toronto Maple Leafs are 1-1 through the first two games of the new 2026-27 NHL campaign, and they hit the ice with multiple new faces thanks to the extensive offseason work from general manager John Chayka.Two of those new faces are veteran goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky, who signed with the Maple Leafs as an unrestricted […] The post Maple Leafs’ Sergei Bobrovsky Responds After Gavin McKenna Incident appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs Just Got Brutal Reminder of What They Gave UpThe Toronto Maple Leafs got an immediate look of what Matthew Knies could do, as he led the Blue Jackets to a win in his debut. The post Maple Leafs Just Got Brutal Reminder of What They Gave Up appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYNY Islanders Were Involved in Kirill Marchenko SweepstakesThe New York Islanders made a push for Kirill Marchenko before the Columbus Blue Jackets traded him to the Toronto Maple Leafs.New York Islanders On SIMarchenko gets six-year, $75 million deal after Maple Leafs tradeKirill Marchenko joined Toronto in a major trade, then signed a six-year, $75 million extension after a 27-goal season.Gameday ChatterMaple Leafs’ Easton Cowan Trade Decision Pays OffThe Toronto Maple Leafs had a lot of question marks this past summer, and one of them was what to do with Easton Cowan. There were NHL analysts out there who thought the Leafs might trade their young, talented forward, and the logic at least made some sense. Along with Matthew Knies (who has since […] The post Maple Leafs’ Easton Cowan Trade Decision Pays Off appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVY'Pretend That It's My First Game': Maple Leafs' Sergei Bobrovsky Clears The Air With Gavin McKenna Rookie Lap IncidentToronto Maple Leafs goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky clears the air regarding his interruption of Gavin McKenna's rookie lap on Tuesday.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsReport: Maple Leafs' Desire To Deal Easton Cowan Decreasing Given Great Training Camp, Hot Start To 2026-27Easton Cowan's training camp and his hot start to the 2026-27 season are eliminating any reason for the Toronto Maple Leafs to trade the 21-year-old, according to a report.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsFormer Maple Leafs Forward Matthew Knies Has Historic Debut For Blue JacketsIt didn't take long for Matthew Knies to make his mark with the Columbus Blue Jackets since his trade from the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday. In fact, he's already set new records in Columbus.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsMaple Leafs Reason for Trading Knies Revealed by FriedmanThe Toronto Maple Leafs had a major reason for trading Matthews Knies for Kirill Marchenko, as Elliotte Friedman explained. The post Maple Leafs Reason for Trading Knies Revealed by Friedman appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYBlue Jackets’ Matthew Knies Plans Revealed After Maple Leafs TradeMatthew Knies has never worn an NHL jersey besides that of the Toronto Maple Leafs in a regular season game. That changes on Thursday night in Columbus when he suits up for the Blue Jackets. Knies was the centerpiece of the trade on Monday that sent Kirill Marchenko to Toronto. It felt like a great […] The post Blue Jackets’ Matthew Knies Plans Revealed After Maple Leafs Trade appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs’ Easton Cowan Sends ‘Young Juice’ Message After Toronto’s First WinA two-point performance from Easton Cowan led the Maple Leafs to their first win this season.Athlon SportsMontreal Canadiens Whiffed In Marchenko “Creative” Trade AttemptKirill Marchenko ultimately landed with the Toronto Maple Leafs in a six-player deal that sent Matthew Knies to Columbus, but the Montreal Canadiens were actually the most persistent suitor throughout the summer. While they chased the deal for months, ultimately, their attempt to get creative failed.According to Elliotte Friedman, Montreal pursued Marchenko from the moment […] The post Montreal Canadiens Whiffed In Marchenko “Creative” Trade Attempt appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs analyst predicts Easton Cowan could land $50M contractAaron Korolnek thinks that Easton Cowan has a path to a big raise.The Big LeadWith Easton Cowan Producing, Have The Maple Leafs Finally Found A Good Third Line?Many new players have entered the Toronto Maple Leafs' lineup this season with the expectation of being difference-makers, but it's a familiar face in Easton Cowan that's arguably stood out the most through the team's opening two games.The Hockey NewsMaple Leafs Rookie Makes Shocking Decision Before NHL DebutToronto Maple Leafs first overall pick, Gavin McKenna did not take part in the Maple Leafs optional ahead of his NHL debut, and the team’s opening night against the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday.The young winger explained his reasoning for missing the team’s practice and how he felt it would help him in the long run. […] The post Maple Leafs Rookie Makes Shocking Decision Before NHL Debut appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYThe Hockey News Morning Skate: MacKinnon Drops The Mitts, Cowan Steps Up For Maple LeafsIn this edition of The Hockey News Morning Skate, Eric Cruikshank and Michael Traikos recap Easton Cowan's standout performance in the Toronto Maple Leafs' win over the New York Islanders, Nathan MacKinnon's fight in the Colorado Avalanche's win over the Los Angeles Kings, and more.The Hockey News