2026-09-30
Blue Jackets Enter a Whole New Goaltending World: Greaves on Top, Talbot Ready to Help -
The Columbus Blue Jackets will enter the 2026-27 season with an important change on their roster. A mainstay in their goaltending room has moved on. With Elvis Merzlikins included in…
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Sabres Injury Updates Differ for Mattias Samuelsson, Olen Zellweger -
The Buffalo Sabres are just about ready to open their 2026-27 NHL season. They’ll be on the road on Thursday night to take on the Columbus Blue Jackets, who are undergoing some changes of their own after the blockbuster trade that sent Kirill Marchenko to the Toronto Maple Leafs for Matthew Knies. That’s outside the […] The post Sabres Injury Updates Differ for Mattias Samuelsson, Olen Zellweger appeared first on HEAVY.
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Seks spillere involveret i gigantisk NHL-handel – superstjerner skifter side -
Toronto Maple Leafs henter forwarden Kirill Marchenko i en kæmpe trade med Columbus Blue Jackets, som til gengæld sikrer sig Matthew Knies, skriver Sportsnet. Indlægget Seks spillere involveret i gigantisk NHL-handel – superstjerner skifter side blev først udgivet på Hockeymagasinet.
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Matthews Knies ready for a fresh start after distracting end to Maple Leafs’ tenure -
Matthew Knies loved being a Toronto Maple Leaf, but he’s certainly not going to miss all the off-ice distractions. The 23-year-old power forward was shipped to the Columbus Blue Jackets in a seven-piece blockbuster on the eve of the season opener. Knies spoke to the media on Tuesday and opened up about what he’ll miss…
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Emerging details reveal Leafs nearly pulled off blockbuster Matthew Knies trade before Columbus deal -
Toronto reportedly had a completely different blockbuster in the works before the massive proposal was turned down…
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Report: Flames were involved in Kirill Marchenko trade talks as potential cap facilitators -
Less than 24 hours after the Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets consummated their blockbuster Matthew Knies-for-Kirill Marchenko blockbuster, Sportsnet’s Eric Francis has reported that the Calgary Flames were also involved in the trade discussions, just not in a traditional way. According to Francis on Tuesday, Calgary was involved in the talks around Marchenko…
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1 Day Until Opening Night: The History OF Jersey #1 -
The Columbus Blue Jackets have 1 day until opening night at Nationwide Arena.
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Auston Matthews Praises Kirill Marchenko's Maple Leafs Debut: 'He Might Be The Best Unknown Player In The League' -
Kirill Marchenko might have flown under the radar during his four years playing for a Columbus Blue Jackets team that failed to qualify for the playoffs. But now that he's in Toronto, the spotlight is bigger — and the expectations are higher.
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LIVE: Sabres Live | September 30, 2026 -
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Analyzing the Flyers’ 2026-27 Opening Night Roster -
Unlike their Metropolitan Division companion, the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Philadelphia Flyers didn’t have any major surprises on roster deadline day. The Flyers are cap-compliant, minimally banged up, and ready…
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Wednesday Morning Bag Skate 9-30-26 -
This is your thread to talk about the latest hockey news. BLACKHAWKS RECAPS: Golden Knights 5, Blackhawks 2 (SCH) Blackhawks’ news season delivers something missing for years: Hope (Athletic) Why Teuvo Teravainen is a healthy scratch for Blackhawks’ opening game (Sun-Times) Blackhawks Bits: A final practice before the season begins (SCH) (
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Wednesday Habs Headlines: Expectations and realities -
Montreal Canadiens news and notes The Habs must remain grounded amid soaring expectations. [Sportsnet | La Presse | Radio-Canada] Martin St-Louis hopes to tap into Chris Kreider’s wealth of experience. [Montreal Gazette] The quest for the Stanley Cup might need one more year to truly begin. [Montreal Gazette]
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400 CHL alumni named to NHL Opening Night rosters ahead of the 2026-27 season -
CHL graduates account for 47.9% of NHL Opening Night rosters, with all 32 NHL clubs and 60 of 61 CHL franchises represented As the National Hockey League (NHL) opens its 2026-27 season tonight, 400 graduates of the Western Hockey League (WHL), Ontario Hockey League (OHL) and Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) feature on Opening Night rosters. Together, they account for 47.9% of the 835 players listed across all 32 clubs, making the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) the most represented development hockey league in the world. Both totals include players on injured reserve and other non-roster lists. The total includes 191 alumni of the OHL, 128 from the WHL and 82 from the QMJHL. Penguins forward Oliver Okuliar, who played for the Lethbridge Hurricanes and Sherbrooke Phoenix, is included in both the WHL and QMJHL figures but
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3 Tigers Alumni Named To NHL Opening Night Rosters For 2026-27 -
OF ALL PLAYERS ON NHL OPENING NIGHT ROSTERS, 48 PER CENT HAIL FROM THE CHL Calgary, Alta. – NHL Opening Night rosters for the 2026-27 season will feature 128 players developed in the Western Hockey League. Of the 835 players named to NHL Opening Night rosters, 15 per cent come from the WHL, with the Canadian Hockey League (CHL) collectively representing 48 per cent of players on NHL Opening Night rosters. Across the entire CHL, a total of 400 players hailing from the WHL, Ontario Hockey League (OHL), and Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), find themselves on NHL Opening Night rosters for 2026-27, including 128 from the WHL, 191 from the OHL, and 82 from the QMJHL. Across the NHL, 24 per c
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8 Vancouver Giants Alumni on NHL Rosters to Open 2026-27 Campaign -
Langley, B.C. – Eight former Vancouver Giants are listed on NHL rosters to open up the 2026-27 regular season, which officially kicks off on Tuesday, September 29 with a five-game slate. The list of Giants alumni includes: Bowen Byram (Chicago), Brendan Gallagher (Vancouver), Sam Honzek (Calgary), Brett Kulak (Colorado), Jordan Martinook (Carolina), Trent Miner (Colorado), Zack Ostapchuk (San Jose) and Justin Sourdif (Washington). Bowen Byram – Chicago Blackhawks Byram, 25, was traded to Chicago this offseason (along with forward Jordan Greenway) in exchange for defenseman Louis Crevier, a first-round pick (4th overall) and a second-round pick (45th overa
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Izdevīgs darījums – “Maple Leafs” Merzļikinu ir ieguvusi ar “atlaidi” -
Nacionālās hokeja līgas (NHL) komanda Toronto “Maple Leafs” latviešu vārtsargu Elvi Merzļikinu ir ieguvusi par mazāku līguma summu, vēsta “The Athletic”. Iepriekš vēstīts, ka vakar notika maiņas darījums starp Kolumbusas “Blue Jackets” un Toronto “Maple... Raksts Izdevīgs darījums – “Maple Leafs” Merzļikinu ir ieguvusi ar “atlaidi” pirmo reizi uzrādijās Sportazinas.com.
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Plus de 80 anciens de la LHJMQ débutent la saison 2026-2027 dans la LNH -
La saison 2026-2027 de la Ligue nationale de hockey s’amorce ce soir et au sein des 32 équipes, on retrouvera 82 anciens joueurs de la LHJMQ, une hausse de 11 par rapport à l’an dernier. Les Penguins de Pittsburgh dominent la liste avec sept de nos anciens, soit Sidney Crosby, Gabriel D’Aigle, Samuel Girard, Ryan Graves, Hendrix Lapierre, Kristopher Letang et Oliver Okuliar. À noter que D’Aigle et Okuliar sont présentement blessés. Les Devils du New Jersey suivent avec six. Récemment acquis, Anthony Mantha et Rémi Poirier s’ajoutent aux Jake Allen, Nico Hischier, Timo Meier et Dawson Mercer déjà en place depuis plusieurs années. Les Canadiens de Montréal complètent le podium avec cinq de nos anciens, soit Zachary Bolduc, Alexandre Carrier, Phillip Danault, Noah Dobson et Samuel Montembeault. Les Blue Jackets de Columbus, les Sénateurs d’Ottawa, le Lightning de Tampa Bay, le Mammoth de l’Utah et les Golden Knights de Vegas seront eux aussi bien représentés avec chacun quatre anciens
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Over 80 QMJHL alumni begin 2026-27 season in the NHL -
The 2026-27 National Hockey League season gets underway tonight, and among the 32 teams, 82 former QMJHL players will begin the season in the NHL, an increase of 11 from last year. The Pittsburgh Penguins lead the way with seven QMJHL alumni: Sidney Crosby, Gabriel D’Aigle, Samuel Girard, Ryan Graves, Hendrix Lapierre, Kristopher Letang and Oliver Okuliar. It should be noted that D’Aigle and Okuliar are currently sidelined with injuries. The New Jersey Devils follow with six. Recently acquired, Anthony Mantha and Rémi Poirier join Jake Allen, Nico Hischier, Timo Meier and Dawson Mercer, who have been with the team for several years. The Montréal Canadiens round out the top three with five QMJHL alumni: Zachary Bolduc, Alexandre Carrier, Phillip Danault, Noah Dobson and Samuel Montembeault. The Columbus Blue Jackets, Ottawa Senators, Tampa Bay Lightning, Utah Mammoth and Vegas Golden Knights are also well represented, with four QMJHL alumni each. At the other end of the spectrum, f
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NHL – Carson Soucy renforce la défense des Blue Jackets -
Les Columbus Blue Jackets ont ajouté de l’expérience à leur arrière-garde. La franchise de l’Ohio a engagé le défenseur Carson Soucy pour une saison, avec un contrat évalué à 1,15 million de dollars. À 32 ans, le défenseur albertain possède déjà une solide expérience de la NHL. En huit saisons et 441 matches disputés avec ... L’article NHL – Carson Soucy renforce la défense des Blue Jackets est apparu en premier sur Planète Hockey.
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Auston Matthews Reacts to Matthew Knies/Kirill Marchenko Trade -
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews shared his reaction to the trade swapping Matthew Knies for Kirill Marchenko.The Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets pulled off a true blockbuster trade on the eve of the NHL season when Knies, Steven Lorentz, Emil Andrade, and a second-round draft pick were sent to Columbus for Marchenko, Elvis […] The post Auston Matthews Reacts to Matthew Knies/Kirill Marchenko Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
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Skaidrojam: Kāpēc Merzļikins tika iekļauts maiņas darījumā? -
Nacionālās hokeja līgas (NHL) klubi Toronto "Maple Leafs" un Kolumbusas "Blue Jackets" sarūpējuši spēlētāju apmaiņas darījumu, kura rezultātā Elvis Merzļikins pārcelsies uz Kanādu un kļūs par Teodora Bļugera komandas biedru. Kāda acīs tā ir lielā iespēja. Kā ir patiesībā?
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Apskatnieks: ″Trīs gadus vēlāk nekā daudziem gribētos varam teikt, ka Elvis ir pametis ēku″ -
Ziemeļamerikas medija ″The Athletic″ apskatnieks Ārons Porclains, atskatoties uz aizvadītās nakts maiņas darījumu starp Kolumbusas ″Blue Jackets″ un Toronto ″Maple Leafs″, izteicās arī par Elvja Merzļikina pārcelšanos uz jaunu komandu.
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Flyers reportedly tried to land Kirill Marchenko before Leafs trade -
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets pulled off a sizeable blockbuster deal right before the first puck dropped for the 2026-27 NHL season, swapping star wingers Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies for each other. And while we never heard even a whisper of their involvement, the Philadelphia Flyers were one of the teams ringing up the Blue Jackets asking what it would take to get the 26-year-old Russian winger off their hands. According to Daily Faceoff’s Anthony Di Marco, the Flyers had “circled” Marchenko as a potential option to send this team up a level in terms of contention status. After all, p
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Matthew Knies speaks out after being traded by the Toronto Maple Leafs -
Matthew Knies says he was not entirely surprised but still shocked when the Maple Leafs traded him to Columbus one day before opening night.
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Blue Jackets’ Matthew Knies drops truth bomb after Maple Leafs trade -
The Columbus Blue Jackets swung a blockbuster trade before the beginning of the 2026-27 NHL season. Columbus traded Kirill Marchenko to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday in a deal that landed forward Matthew Knies. Knies has already spoken about the trade, but his immediate reaction to the deal was quite interesting. Knies spoke with […] The post Blue Jackets’ Matthew Knies drops truth bomb after Maple Leafs trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Blue Jackets trade Marchenko to Maple Leafs as part of major 7-player deal -
General manager Don Waddell dealt the forward as part of a major seven-player deal to the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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Mattias Samuelsson might be ready for opener; Sabres make roster move -
BUFFALO – Injured Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson could play in Thursday’s season opener against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Samuelsson, who suffered a lower-body injury blocking a shot in the second preseason game, skated on his own Tuesday and could practice with the Sabres on Wednesday, coach Lindy Ruff said. If the Sabres’ top shutdown defender can’t play in Columbus, Ruff expects him to return in the near future. “Very close,” Ruff said of Samuelsson’s status ... Read the full article The post Mattias Samuelsson might be ready for opener; Sabres make roster move first appeared on Buffalo Hockey Beat.
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Maple Leafs Trade Gets Strong Reaction From Prominent Personality -
On Monday, the Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets got together on a multi-player blockbuster move, with the principal pieces moving being Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies.Marchenko is on his way to Toronto and now has a six-year contract extension beyond this campaign, which was the final year of his deal. Meanwhile, Knies, who […] The post Maple Leafs Trade Gets Strong Reaction From Prominent Personality appeared first on HEAVY.
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Blue Jackets trade Marchenko to Maple Leafs as part of major 7-player deal -
General manager Don Waddell dealt the forward as part of a major seven-player deal to the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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Todd McLellan Flags Red Wings Concern Days Before Opening Night -
If the Detroit Red Wings are going to finally bust through their playoff drought, they must respond to head coach Todd McLellan’s concern heading into the season.McLellan recently spoke about Saturday’s preseason finale against the Columbus Blue Jackets, and he zeroed in on Detroit’s passing.McLellan told NHL.com, “I’ll take you back to the game we […] The post Todd McLellan Flags Red Wings Concern Days Before Opening Night appeared first on HEAVY.
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2026-09-29
Why Waddell and Blue Jackets made decision to move on from Marchenko -
Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell joins Kyper and Bourne to discuss why the team decided to deal Kirill Marchenko despite his initial inclination to move the star forward.
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How Blue Jackets envision Knies will fit in top of lineup -
Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell discusses how he believes Matthew Knies will fit into the top of the lineup and explains why he’ll complement Adam Fantilli.
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New Teammates Loading ⏳ Hear First Reactions From The Blue Jackets After Yesterday's Trade -
Zach Werenski, Adam Fantilli, Mathieu Olivier and Rick Bowness meet with the media they day after our blockbuster trade! Zach Werenski: 0:00 - 7:14 Mathieu Olivier: 7:15 - 12:32 Adam Fantilli: 12:33 - 17:05 Rick Bowness: 17:06 - 26:49 Follow the #CBJ on social media! TikTok: http://BlueJackets.com/TikTok Instagram: http://BlueJackets.com/Instagram Twitter: http://BlueJackets.com/Twitter Facebook: http://BlueJackets.com/Facebook
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Elvis Merzlikins poursuivra sa convalescence en Suisse -
Fraîchement acquis par les Maple Leafs de Toronto en provenance des Blue Jackets de Columbus, le gardien letton Elvis Merzlikins n'a pas hésité à lever sa…
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Knies Calls Blue Jackets Trade a ‘Breath of Fresh Air’ -
Matthew Knies called his trade to Columbus a “breath of fresh air” 😮💨 The new Blue Jackets winger said the Maple Leafs trade rumors were getting old ⬇️ The post Knies Calls Blue Jackets Trade a ‘Breath of Fresh Air’ appeared first on Gino Hard.
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Elliotte Friedman reveals the little-known NHL rule that nearly derailed the Leafs' Marchenko trade -
The Leafs-Blue Jackets Marchenko trade was delayed by NHL tagging rules, and Emil Andrae's $1.55 million in 2027-28 helped clear the way, per Elliotte Friedman.
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NHL Notebook: Blue Jackets and Maple Leafs swing blockbuster deal -
A top-six forward is now off the trade market. On Monday evening, the Columbus Blue Jackets sent Kirill Marchenko, Elvis Merzļikins, and Miles Wood to the Toronto Maple Leafs for Matthew Knies, Steven Lorentz, Emil Andrae, and a 2027 second-rounder. Following the trade, Marchenko signed a six-year extension that carries a cap hit of $12.5…
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The Hockey News Wraparound: What Will Marchenko Bring To The Maple Leafs? -
Emma Lingan, Michael Augello, Chris Sinclair and Andre Leal break down the CBC’s new partnership with the PWHL, the Toronto Maple Leafs’ blockbuster trade to acquire Kirill Marchenko from the Columbus Blue Jackets, and more.
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Leafs Vs. Canadiens, Thoughts On Big Trade -
The Toronto Maple Leafs made a blockbuster deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets on the eve of the regular season, The post Leafs Vs. Canadiens, Thoughts On Big Trade first appeared on Hockey HotStove.
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Trade grades for Kirill Marchenko, Matthew Knies blockbuster between Maple Leafs, Blue Jackets -
On Monday, the Toronto Maple Leafs swung a major deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets, acquiring forwards Kirill Marchenko and Miles Wood, along with goaltender Elvis Merzlikins. In return, they sent forwards Matthew Knies and Steven Lorentz, depth defenseman Emil Andrae, and a 2027 second-round draft pick back to Columbus. Additionally, Marchenko signed a six-year, […] The post Trade grades for Kirill Marchenko, Matthew Knies blockbuster between Maple Leafs, Blue Jackets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Knies, Marchenko, Opening Roster & More -
It finally happened. The Columbus Blue Jackets and Toronto Maple Leafs connected on a blockbuster trade on the eve of the start of the regular season. It will be talked…
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Columbus Blue Jackets 2026/27 – trupp, svenskar, profiler och säsongsguide -
Columbus Blue Jackets går in i NHL-säsongen 2026/27 med en rejält förändrad trupp. Zach Werenski och Adam Fantilli är kvar som två av lagets viktigaste byggstenar, men precis före premiären gjorde Columbus en stor trejd där Matthew Knies och svenske Emil Andrae kom in samtidigt som bland andra Kirill Marchenko och Elvis Merzlikins lämnade. Här […] Inlägget Columbus Blue Jackets 2026/27 – trupp, svenskar, profiler och säsongsguide dök först upp på hurbra.se.
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Matthew Knies breaks silence after blockbuster trade to Blue Jackets -
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets will both kick off their 2026-27 seasons this week. Prior to the start of the year, the Blue Jackets traded away Kirill Marchenko, sending him to the Maple Leafs. The major piece the Blue Jackets got back in return for Marchenko was Matthew Knies. Knies had spent […] The post Matthew Knies breaks silence after blockbuster trade to Blue Jackets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Maple Leafs Announce Big Kirill Marchenko News Before Season Opener -
The Toronto Maple Leafs play their 2026-27 season opener against the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday.This comes just one day after they made a blockbuster trade with the Columbus Blue Jackets to acquire star winger Kirill Marchenko.Now, as the Maple Leafs prepare for their season opener against the Canadiens, they have announced some notable news regarding […] The post Maple Leafs Announce Big Kirill Marchenko News Before Season Opener appeared first on HEAVY.
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Blue Jackets make another move less than 24 hours after blockbuster trade with Leafs -
The Blue Jackets mean business this season!
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Projected lineups, starting goalies for tonight
Jackets ‘happy’ to have Marchenko saga behind them -
Latest line combinations, defense pairs, injury news from NHL.com writersForward was traded to Maple Leafs after not committing to stay in Columbus
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Blue Jackets sign Carson Soucy to one-year contract -
Soucy’s contract reportedly carries a $1.15 million cap hit for the 2026-27 season.
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Elvis Merzlikins kaupattiin NHL:ssä – nyt tuli ikävä tieto -
Columbus Blue Jacketsia koko seitsemän kautta kestäneen NHL-uransa edustaneen, mutta maanantaina Toronto Maple Leafsiin osana kuuden pelaajan jättitreidiä kaupatun maalivahti Elvis Merzlikinsin alku uuden seuransa riveissä viivästyy kuukausilla. NHL
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Blue Jackets sign defenseman Carson Soucy to new contract -
Blue Jackets sign defenseman Carson Soucy to new contract
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Blue Jackets sign D Carson Soucy to one-year, $1.15M deal -
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Carson Soucy (D) from New York Islanders to Columbus Blue Jackets -
Date: 09/29/2026 Player: Carson Soucy (D) From: New York Islanders To: Columbus Blue Jackets Information: 1 year Try-out succesful Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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Matthew Knies breaks his silence on being traded by the Maple Leafs -
The Columbus Blue Jackets released a video of the Matthew Knies trade situation, with the former Maple Leaf breaking his silence in real time.
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'Unique player': Maple Leafs' GM Chayka reflects on Marchenko deal with Blue Jackets -
TORONTO - John Chayka placed another big bet on his Maple Leafs.
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Mattias Samuelsson might be ready for opener; Sabres could make roster move -
BUFFALO – Injured Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson could play in Thursday’s season opener in Columbus against the Blue Jackets. Samuelsson, who suffered a lower-body injury blocking a shot last week, skated on his own Tuesday and could practice with the Sabres today, coach Lindy Ruff said. If Samuelsson, the Sabres’ top shutdown defender, can’t play Thursday, Ruff expects him to return in the near future. “Very close,” Ruff said of Samuelsson’s status following Tuesday’s practice ... Read the full article The post Mattias Samuelsson might be ready for opener; Sabres could make roster move first appeared on Buf
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Matthew Knies calls trade to Blue Jackets ‘a breath of fresh air’ -
Knies was dealt to Columbus as part of a blockbuster deal for Kirill Marchenko, among other assets.
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Kirill Marchenko’s agent Dan Milstein describes excitement of joining Toronto -
The Toronto Maple Leafs made a late off-season splash when they acquired Kirill Marchenko from the Columbus Blue Jackets on the eve of the 2026-27 season. Marchenko comes to Toronto after months of trade speculation after announcing last season that he didn’t plan to extend his contract past this year. The Maple Leafs jumped in…
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Around the NHL: Scary Faber Update, Hellebuyck? Detroit Disarray, More -
The 2026-27 NHL regular season kicks off on Tuesday night. There’s excitement all over the league for the start of a new year, but there are a lot of loose ends all over the NHL still — even with rosters finalized to open the new campaign. There are unsigned restricted free agents still wanting a deal, there are players who have requested trades still (kind of) wearing the sweater of their (soon to be former?) employers. And there are injuries causing issues for teams with lofty aspirations. Let’s take a quick lap around the NHL to catch up on some of the news and notes from around the league before the games begin. Faber Out Indefinitely Incredibly scary news out of Minnesota on Tuesday morning: Wild defenseman Br
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NHL rumors: Why Matthew Knies had been a trade candidate for so long before trade to Blue Jackets -
The Toronto Maple Leafs’ decision to trade forward Matthew Knies to the Columbus Blue Jackets was driven primarily by concerns about his long-term health, Elliotte Friedman reported Tuesday. Toronto sent Knies, Steven Lorentz, Emil Andrae and a 2027 second-round pick to Columbus for Kirill Marchenko, Elvis Merzlikins and Miles Wood. Friedman reported that the Maple […] The post NHL rumors: Why Matthew Knies had been a trade candidate for so long before trade to Blue Jackets appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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‘Glad it’s over with’: Blue Jackets’ Knies ready to move past trade talk -
Knies is ready for a fresh start following a last-minute blockbuster trade that sent him from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Columbus Blue Jackets, telling reporters at his introductory press conference on Tuesday that he’s ready to move past the noise.
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Maple Leafs players share their thoughts on the Kirill Marchenko blockbuster -
The Toronto Maple Leafs sent shockwaves around the hockey world when it was revealed they had acquired Kirill Marchenko from the Columbus Blue Jackets. It did not come at a cheap cost, as it took a package centred around fan favourite Matthew Knies to get the deal over the finish line. As part of the…
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Maple Leafs’ projected opening night roster, post-Marchenko trade -
Things move quickly in the NHL, as the Toronto Maple Leafs will field a new-look roster for their season opener Tuesday against the Montreal Canadiens. Toronto acquired Kirill Marchenko, Miles Wood and Elvis Merzlikins from the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday in a blockbuster trade, dealing Matthew Knies, Emil Andrae, Steven Lorentz and a 2027…
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William Nylander shares heartbreaking reaction to Matthew Knies trade -
Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander posted on his Instagram story a heartbreaking farewell to Matthew Knies after he was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets
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'There's More Upside': Maple Leafs' Chayka Explains Rationale Behind Marchenko Acquisition -
Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka met with media to share his thoughts on his team's acquisition of Kirill Marchenko from the Columbus Blue Jackets. This move caps off a transformative first off-season in the Maple Leafs' front office, and he deserves credit for his efforts.
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Marchenko for Knies Blockbuster Explained #mapleleafs #cbj -
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The Blue Jackets didn’t hold back in their public criticism of Kirill Marchenko -
Kirill Marchenko is currently in Toronto. He arrived last night. Will the Russian be able to start his season at the same time as the others—that is, tonight against the Montreal Canadiens? It’s hard to say. Right now, we know the Maple Leafs are still waiting to see if he’ll get his work visa in […] The post The Blue Jackets didn’t hold back in their public criticism of Kirill Marchenko appeared first on Dose.ca.
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It’s time for LBC’s ninth annual Regular Season Predictions contest -
We are looking for fourteen pieces of information from you. A) The First and Last place teams from each of the NHL’s four divisions (so that’s eight selections). Sure, picking the winner is usually the way these things go, but are you also knowledgeable enough to suss out the league’s bottom-feeders in addition to its powerhouses? B) The amount of points the Florida Panthers will finish the 2025-26 season with C) Which team will make the greatest improvement (in points) this season over last season D) Which team will see the greatest decrease (in points) this season over last season E) Which player will lead the league in points (Art Ross winner) F) Which player will lead the league in goals (Rocket Richard winner) G) And finally the tiebreaker, the amount of wins our Cats will finish the campaign with Scoring Team picks: Five p
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‘Unique player’: Maple Leafs’ GM Chayka reflects on Marchenko deal with Blue Jackets -
TORONTO — John Chayka placed another big bet on his Maple Leafs. The team’s new general manager also felt it was more than worth the risk. Chayka spoke with the media ahead of Toronto’s regular-season opener against the Montreal Canadiens, less than 24 hours after completing a blockbuster trade to secure the services of skilled The post ‘Unique player’: Maple Leafs’ GM Chayka reflects on Marchenko deal with Blue Jackets appeared first on The Lethbridge Herald - News and Sports from around Lethbridge.
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‘Unique player’: Maple Leafs’ GM Chayka reflects on Marchenko deal with Blue Jackets -
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‘Unique player’: Maple Leafs’ GM Chayka reflects on Marchenko deal with Blue Jackets -
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THIS Will Be VERY Interesting (Matthew Knies) -
My Weekly E-Book Series On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/maiettasportsmedia/posts/week-1-shooting-168553042?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link THIS Will Be VERY Interesting (Matthew Knies) I created this video to show that the Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired power forward Matthew Knies in a massive multi-player deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs! Heading to Columbus alongside Knies are forward Steven Lorentz, defenseman Emil Andrae, and a 2nd-round pick, with Kirill Marchenko, Elvis Merzļikins, and Miles Wood heading to Toronto. #matthewknies #knies #columbusbluejackets
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Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller provides scouting report of Kirill Marchenko -
It’s an unusual season opener for the Toronto Maple Leafs, after executing a blockbuster trade on Monday. Toronto acquired Kirill Marchenko, Miles Wood and Elvis Merzlikins from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for Matthew Knies, Emil Andrae, Steven Lorentz and a 2027 2nd-round pick. Marchenko’s status against the Montreal Canadiens is to be determined,…
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Matthew Knies Surprised by Blockbuster Trade -
Matthew Knies was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets in a blockbuster trade for Kirill Marchenko. Rumblings of the Maple Leafs’ winger being dealt to the Blue Jackets were beginning to spread across social media. Just hours earlier, Knies had been preparing to open another season in Toronto. Now, his future had suddenly shifted, with […] The post Matthew Knies Surprised by Blockbuster Trade appeared first on Inside The Rink.
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NHL rumors: 3 reasons Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell traded Kirill Marchenko -
The National Hockey League got one last blockbuster trade just over 24 hours before the start of the 2026-27 season, with Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies headlining a swap between the Columbus Blue Jackets and Toronto Maple Leafs. It had become increasingly clear that Marchenko had no interest in re-signing in Ohio. That was not […] The post NHL rumors: 3 reasons Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell traded Kirill Marchenko appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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Maple Leafs GM Makes Eye-Opening Statement After Blockbuster Trade -
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka completed a blockbuster trade on the eve of the NHL regular season, sending Matthew Knies, Emil Andrae, Steven Lorentz, and a 2028 2nd-round pick to the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for Kirill Marchenko, Elvis Merzļikins, and Miles Wood.Chayka then took to the media following the deal on […] The post Maple Leafs GM Makes Eye-Opening Statement After Blockbuster Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
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Leafs’ Elvis Merzlikins’ out another 3-5 months following shoulder surgery -
The Leafs acquired Merzlikins from the Blue Jackets Monday as part of a blockbuster trade involving Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies.
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Kirill Marchenko will be an excellent fit for Leafs -
The Leafs and Blue Jackets completed a trade on Monday that centered around Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies.
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Maple Leafs GM John Chayka issues public apology after blockbuster trade -
Maple Leafs GM John Chayka apologized to Matthew Knies for the summer trade noise after sending him to Columbus for Kirill Marchenko in a six-player deal.
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2 Days Until Opening Night: The History Of Jersey #2 -
The Columbus Blue Jackets have 2 days until opening night at Nationwide Arena.
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Toronton uudesta hankinnasta putosi synkkä tieto -
Toronto Maple Leafsin tuore maalivahtihankinta Elvis Merzlikins joutuu odottamaan debyyttiään uudessa NHL-seurassaan. Latvialaiselle tehtiin kesällä olkapääleikkaus, joka pitää GM John Chaykan mukaan hänet sivussa kolmesta viiteen kuukauteen. Merzlikins, 32, siirtyi Torontoon Columbus Blue Jacketsista osana isoa vaihtokauppaa. Leafs sai kaupassa myös Blue Jacketsin venäläisen tähtihyökkääjän Kirill Martshenkon ja hyökkääjä Miles Woodiin. Columbukseen lähtivät hyökkääjät Matthew […]
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Matthew Knies Introductory Press Conference -
Join us live as Matthew Knies meets with the Columbus media for the first time as a Blue Jacket!
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Matthew Knies on Maple Leafs Trading Him: ‘I Was Pretty Shocked’ -
Former Toronto Maple Leafs winger Matthew Knies shared his reaction after hearing the news that the team had traded him.The Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets reached an agreement on a blockbuster six-player trade on Monday, one that sent the star winger Kirill Marchneko to Toronto, just seconds before official rosters were due to the […] The post Matthew Knies on Maple Leafs Trading Him: ‘I Was Pretty Shocked’ appeared first on HEAVY.
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Leafs getting serious talent in Marchenko, but can he handle Toronto market? -
Blue Jackets reporter Aaron Portzline joins JD Bunkis Podcast to get the Columbus perspective of what the Maple Leafs are getting in Kirill Marchenko on the ice, and what gives him a bit of pause about how he’ll be able to handle the Toronto market.
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Leafs GM John Chayka explains Marchenko-Knies trade; Miles Wood assigned to AHL’s Toronto Marlies -
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka met with reporters Tuesday morning, to discuss the Kirill Marchenko-Matthew Knies blockbuster trade. Minutes before the deadline, Chayka traded Knies, Steven Lorentz, Emil Andrae and a 2027 2nd-round pick to the Columbus Blue Jackets, in exchange for Kirill Marchenko, Miles Wood and Elvis Merzlikins. Chayka explained the deal,…
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Elliotte Friedman reveals the real reason Toronto traded Matthew Knies -
Elliotte Friedman explains why Toronto traded Matthew Knies to Columbus, and it had nothing to do with his character.
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Bad news emerges on Kirill Marchenko after Leafs trade - is this why Columbus wanted him out? -
Kirill Marchenko reportedly showed up to Blue Jackets camp out of shape, per Andrew Raycroft, but his agent is firing back hard right after the Leafs trade.
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William Nylander reacts to Matthew Knies trade with fiery Instagram message -
William Nylander posted a heartfelt Instagram goodbye to Matthew Knies and Steven Lorentz after the Maple Leafs traded both to the Blue Jackets.
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Kirill Marchenko’s agent launches into a tirade of insults on X -
Kirill Marchenko is in the news right now because of the trade between the Maple Leafs and the Blue Jackets. That’s perfectly normal, of course. But in reality, he’s been in the news for the past few months. Everyone knew he wanted to leave and didn’t want to sign a new contract in Columbus. That […] The post Kirill Marchenko’s agent launches into a tirade of insults on X appeared first on Dose.ca.
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Matthew Knies Introductory Press Conference -
Join us live as Matthew Knies meets with the Columbus media for the first time as a Blue Jacket!
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Matthew Knies Introductory Press Conference -
Join us live as Matthew Knies meets with the Columbus media for the first time as a Blue Jacket!
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Matthew Knies Received Apology From John Chayka for Trade -
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka revealed that he apologized to Matthew Knies after trading him.The Maple Leafs made a blockbuster trade with the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday when they traded Knies, Steven Lorentz, Emil Andrade, and a second-round draft pick to Columbus for Kirill Marchenko, Miles Wood, and Elvis Merzlikins.Thus, marks the […] The post Matthew Knies Received Apology From John Chayka for Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
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‘He took the news well’: Leafs’ Chayka on telling Knies he was traded -
Maple Leafs GM John Chayka discusses the process of letting Matthew Knies know about the trade to Columbus, said he first apologized for all the noise he had to deal with recently, then of course Knies took the news well, he understands the business.
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‘A unique player’: Chayka on why Leafs made splash deal for Marchenko -
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka addresses the media regarding his team’s trade with the Columbus Blue Jackets for winger Kirill Marchenko and discusses what he brings to the team and his fit with the roster.
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Report: ‘Tagging rules’ key reason for why Kirill Marchenko blockbuster was delayed -
The blockbuster trade between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Columbus Blue Jackets involving Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies was reportedly held up due to tagging rules, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman. “The delay in completing the Marchenko trade was due to NHL ‘tagging rules,’” Friedman wrote in Tuesday’s edition of the 32 Thoughts blog. “Essentially, you…
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NHL Injuries: Blue Jackets, Red Wings, Oilers, Panthers, Wild, Sens, Penguins, Blues, Leafs and More -
Opening day rosters have been submitted and some players were added to the IR to start the season, including Brock Faber and Bryan Rust.
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The Kirill Marchenko trade to the Maple Leafs almost didn’t happen -
The Columbus Blue Jackets and Toronto Maple Leafs were running against the clock.
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5 bold predictions for Flyers’ 2026-27 season -
The leaves are changing colors. The morning air has shifted from balmy to slightly chilly. That coffee shop down the street has officially begun serving pumpkin spice lattes. That can all mean one thing and one thing only — hockey season is so absolutely back. With the Philadelphia Flyers just one day away from playing in their season opener against the Pittsburgh Penguins, it’s time to get sick in the head and start making some irrational (or perhaps quite rational!) season predictions.
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Maple Leafs Marchenko Trade Delayed by Little-Known NHL Rule -
A little-known NHL rule held up the massive Toronto Maple Leafs-Columbus Blue Jackets trade, one that just barely made it. The post Maple Leafs Marchenko Trade Delayed by Little-Known NHL Rule appeared first on HEAVY.
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Maple Leafs Trade Knies to Blue Jackets for Marchenko & Grading the Trade -
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Islanders News: Rosters set as NHL begins with big trade -
The NHL returns Tuesday night to kick off the 2026-27 season with five games on the schedule, including a meeting of the Southeast contenders and last three Cup champs in the Carolina Hurricanes and Florida Panthers. Before all that, there was a huge trade between Toronto and Columbus that included two second-tier stars and a […]
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What Does Kirill Marchenko Bring To The Maple Leafs That Matthew Knies Didn't? -
Kirill Marchenko was acquired by the Toronto Maple Leafs from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for Matthew Knies, among other assets in the deal. What can Marchenko bring to Toronto that Knies didn't?
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