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Maple Leafs are stuck with little hope to revive their season

The Toronto Maple Leafs face a bleak outlook, handcuffed by no-movement clauses, limited prospects, and long-term contracts that block any real roster shake-up.

Nov 9, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube scowls on the bench after a goal by the Carolina Hurricanes during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images | John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Many NHL observers expected that the Toronto Maple Leafs might take a step back during the 2025-26 season, but not to the extent witnessed over the team's first month-plus of action.