What Is ‘Tagging’ And How Is It Affecting The Maple Leafs' Roster Management?

TRENDINGRays rally, avoid sweepAnthony Edwards injuryNFL Power RankingsWNBA Finals schedule fiascoJayson Tatum buzzer-beaterStory byStory byWhat Is ‘Tagging’ And How Is It Affecting The Maple Leafs' Roster Management?David AlterWed, October 28, 2026 at 11:03 AM UTC·4 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended Stories'Not Always The Way To Improve: John Chayka On Maple Leafs Trade Plans, Salary Cap Flexibility, Defensive Fixes, And Ben Danford’s TimelineChayka says the Leafs don't feel tagging will be an issue for the club if Toronto looks to make a move to improve their club via trade.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsMaple Leafs GM Issues One-Word Response to Blockbuster Trade QuestionJohn Chayka made clear whether Toronto could make another major move as the Maple Leafs evaluate their defensive needs.Athlon SportsMaple Leafs Just Got Major Blockbuster Trade Hint From GMThere’s no denying the fact that Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka has been one of the busiest executives in the NHL since taking over the position that was vacated by Brad Treliving.Not only did the Maple Leafs select Penn State Nittany Lions forward Gavin McKenna with the first overall selection after winning the […] The post Maple Leafs Just Got Major Blockbuster Trade Hint From GM appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYAdvertisementAdvertisementMaple Leafs Depth Challenged Again With Kirill Marchenko Sustaining Lower-Body Injury In Loss To FlamesA Marchenko injury may accelerate Gavin McKenna's development, as there is no clearer choice of who should fill in on the left wing.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsMaple Leafs Trade Philosophy & Scotiabank Saddledome Memories: John Chayka Open To In-Season Blockbusters, Reflects on Calgary ArenaIf it will improve the team, Maple Leafs GM John Chayka is open to making another blockbuster move.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsLeafs’ Kirill Marchenko leaves loss to Flames with lower-body injuryThe injury bug has hit the Toronto Maple Leafs hard in 2026-27, with John Tavares, Max Domi, Dakota Joshua and Chris Tanev all on the shelf. That list got even longer on Monday night, as star winger Kirill Marchenko exited a 5-2 loss to the Calgary Flames early in the second period due to a lower-body injury , the team announced. Leafs head coach […] The post Leafs’ Kirill Marchenko leaves loss to Flames with lower-body injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsMaple Leafs GM Drops Hint About Easton Cowan’s FutureThe Toronto Maple Leafs dropped a 5-2 decision on Monday night to the Calgary Flames, who are suddenly experiencing a resurgence after a brutally slow start to the season.Meanwhile, the Maple Leafs saw their record fall to 7-5-2 with the setback, which included a costly giveaway by forward Easton Cowan in the first period, allowing […] The post Maple Leafs GM Drops Hint About Easton Cowan’s Future appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs Announce Kirill Marchenko Won't Return Against Flames With Lower-Body InjuryThe Toronto Maple Leafs revealed Krill Marchenko would not return against the Calgary Flames after suffering a lower-body injury in the second period.The Hockey News - Toronto Maple LeafsRumor: Marchenko out weeks with knee injuryThe Leafs' new forward went down in last night's loss to the Flames.HockeyFeedJohn Chayka Explains Why Ben Danford Isn’t With Maple LeafsToronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka explained why the team hasn’t called up Ben Danford from the Toronto Marlies yet.Danford, who is Toronto’s No. 1 defense prospect, has not been called up by the team despite a rash of injuries on the blueline.But there’s a reason for that, says Chayka.John Chayka Explains Ben Danford […] The post John Chayka Explains Why Ben Danford Isn’t With Maple Leafs appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYKirill Marchenko Injury Update: Why Maple Leafs’ New Winger Left Game vs. FlamesThe Toronto Maple Leafs made a bold move on the eve of this season. The day before they played their first game, the Leafs traded Matthew Knies in a blockbuster deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets that mainly brought aboard the athletic winger Kirill Marchenko. It was a risk for Toronto, but one they were […] The post Kirill Marchenko Injury Update: Why Maple Leafs’ New Winger Left Game vs. Flames appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYKirill Marchenko’s Exit Adds Injury to Insult for Maple Leafs As Win Streak SnappedIt was a double dose of bad news for the Toronto Maple Leafs in Calgary Monday night. Their 5-2 loss […]SportsnautMaple Leafs Marchenko Injury Not Be Too Bad, Expert SaysThe Toronto Maple Leafs may have caught a bit of a break in the recent Kirill Marchenko injury as one expert noted. The post Maple Leafs Marchenko Injury Not Be Too Bad, Expert Says appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs Grow Toward Possible Zach Werenski TradeThe Toronto Maple Leafs have been a team seeming like they need a new defenseman for months and months. The main issue is that Morgan Reilly doesn’t feel good enough for the role he’s being called to play. And yeah, the Leafs added Darren Raddysh over the summer, but there might still be more they […] The post Maple Leafs Grow Toward Possible Zach Werenski Trade appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYFormer Maple Leafs Star Off to Concerning Start After Leaving TorontoOne day ahead of the beginning of the 2026-27 NHL regular season, the Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets completed a blockbuster trade, sending young winger Matthew Knies to Columbus in exchange for Kirill Marchenko.There was no secret that the Maple Leafs were looking to make changes after missing the playoffs for the first […] The post Former Maple Leafs Star Off to Concerning Start After Leaving Toronto appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs GM John Chayka Addresses Potential Tradability Status of Easton CowanThe Toronto Maple Leafs continue their ascent this season after a dreadful 2025-26 campaign. New additions like Kirill Marchenko, Jack […]SportsnautJim Hiller Worries Maple Leafs Fans With Kirill Marchenko UpdateThe setback in regulation to the Calgary Flames wasn’t the only loss suffered by the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday evening in what was their final appearance at the Scotiabank Saddledome, barring a matchup this spring in the Stanley Cup Final.Maple Leafs forward Kirill Marchenko, who was acquired from the Columbus Blue Jackets in a […] The post Jim Hiller Worries Maple Leafs Fans With Kirill Marchenko Update appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs Fans Shouldn’t Expect Blueline Trade Anytime SoonToronto Maple Leafs may be wanting a massive blueline shake-up, but that may not be coming anytime soon for now. The post Maple Leafs Fans Shouldn’t Expect Blueline Trade Anytime Soon appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYMaple Leafs GM Addresses Easton Cowan's Trade AvailabilityJohn Chayka offered an unexpected answer when asked about Easton Cowan’s place in Toronto’s long-term plans.Athlon SportsMaple Leafs GM Gives Concerning Max Domi Update Amid Injury UncertaintyJohn Chayka provided another update on Max Domi as the Maple Leafs forward continues his recovery.Athlon Sports