The 2024–25 season was a rollercoaster for the Toronto Maple Leafs. After a strong regular season under new head coach Craig Berube, the team secured a second-place finish in the Atlantic Division with 52 wins. They overcame the Ottawa Senators in the first round of the playoffs but fell to the Florida Panthers in a hard-fought seven-game series in the second round. This review evaluates the team's performance across all positions as the team now moves into the 2025 offseason.
Forwards
Mitch Marner
Regular Season: 81 GP, 27 G, 102 PTS, +18, 14 PIM, 21:19 TOI, 40 Blocked shots, 49 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 2 G, 13 PTS, -1, 2 PIM, 22:11 TOI, 16 Blocked shots, 31 hits
Analysis: Marner reached the 100-point milestone for the first time, capping off a season that further cemented his status as one of the NHL's top playmakers. His postseason production rebounded after a disappointing 3-point showing in seven games the previous year against Boston. Marner is heading into the offseason as a UFA, and it is likely that he leaves Toronto.
William Nylander
Regular Season: 82 GP, 45 G, 84 PTS, +10, 26 PIM, 19:31 TOI, 27 Blocked shots, 14 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 6 G, 15 PTS, -3, 4 PIM, 19:06 TOI, 7 Blocked shots, 7 hits
Analysis: Nylander hit a career-high in goals, leading the Leafs in postseason scoring. However, defensive consistency remains an area for improvement.
Auston Matthews
Regular Season: 67 GP, 33 G, 78 PTS, +11, 20 PIM, 20:28 TOI, 89 Blocked shots, 45 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 3 G, 11 PTS, 0 PIM, 20:39 TOI, 17 Blocked shots, 33 hits
Analysis: In his first year as captain, Matthews was hampered by a preseason injury. His 33 goals were his lowest career total, a significant drop from the previous season's 69. He struggled against Florida, registering just one goal in seven games.
John Tavares
Regular Season: 75 GP, 38 G, 74 PTS, +10, 46 PIM, 18:14 TOI, 45 Blocked shots, 92 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 5 G, 7 PTS, -6, 10 PIM, 18:33 TOI, 14 Blocked shots, 22 hits
Analysis: Tavares ended his seven-year contract with a strong season, netting his highest goal total since 2019. He finishes his term in Toronto with 222 goals and 493 points in 515 games. There is still a chance that the Maple Leafs re-sign Tavares as he has expressed interest in staying in Toronto.
Matthew Knies
Regular Season: 78 GP, 29 G, 58 PTS, +7, 43 PIM, 18:31 TOI, 41 Blocked shots, 182 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 5 G, 7 PTS, -4, 6 PIM, 19:48 TOI, 8 Blocked shots, 31 hits
Analysis: Knies' breakout sophomore season provided both physicality and top-line scoring. An RFA this summer, his continued development is crucial.
Bobby McMann
Regular Season: 74 GP, 20 G, 34 PTS, +12, 27 PIM, 14:30 TOI, 23 Blocked shots, 136 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 0 G, 3 PTS, -2, 16 PIM, 12:36 TOI, 4 Blocked shots, 49 hits
Analysis: A reliable bottom-six contributor during the regular season, McMann failed to find the net in the playoffs.
Max Domi
Regular Season: 74 GP, 8 G, 33 PTS, +5, 76 PIM, 14:10 TOI, 30 Blocked shots, 32 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 3 G, 7 PTS, +2, 33 PIM, 13:07 TOI, 1 Blocked shot, 17 hits
Analysis: Domi had a slightly underwhelming regular season but delivered clutch performances in the playoffs, including a Game 2 OT winner. Three years remain on his contract.
Nicholas Robertson
Regular Season: 69 GP, 15 G, 22 PTS, -1, 16 PIM, 12:00 TOI, 33 Blocked shots, 79 hits
Playoffs: 3 GP, 1 G, 2 PTS, +1, 6 PIM, 9:59 TOI, 4 Blocked shots, 3 hits
Analysis: Robertson continues to show flashes of promise. He remains an RFA heading into the offseason.
Pontus Holmberg
Regular Season: 68 GP, 7 G, 19 PTS, +4, 27 PIM, 12:40 TOI, 53 Blocked shots, 46 hits
Playoffs: 12 GP, 1 PTS, -4, 4 PIM, 12:43 TOI, 8 Blocked shots, 15 hits
Analysis: A gritty depth forward who added value with his two-way play. An RFA this summer.
Steven Lorentz
Regular Season: 80 GP, 8 G, 19 PTS, +6, 9 PIM, 10:33 TOI, 55 Blocked shots, 199 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 2 PTS, -4, 4 PIM, 12:07 TOI, 11 Blocked shots, 42 hits
Analysis: A physical and defensively sound bottom-six forward. A UFA this offseason.
David Kampf
Regular Season: 59 GP, 5 G, 13 PTS, -1, 14 PIM, 12:24 TOI, 26 Blocked shots, 50 hits
Playoffs: 1 GP, 0 PTS, -2, 12:37 TOI, 3 hits
Analysis: Kampf missed time due to injury and had a limited playoff impact. Two more seasons remain on his contract.
Max Pacioretty
Regular Season: 37 GP, 5 G, 13 PTS, -2, 16 PIM, 13:30 TOI, 14 Blocked shots, 105 hits
Playoffs: 11 GP, 3 G, 8 PTS, +1, 4 PIM, 12:51 TOI, 6 Blocked shots, 61 hits
Analysis: Despite a shortened season, Pacioretty was a physical force and effective scorer in the playoffs. The 36-year-old UFA is considering retirement.
Calle Jarnkrok
Regular Season: 19 GP, 1 G, 7 PTS, +1, 4 PIM, 13:14 TOI, 9 Blocked shots, 15 hits
Playoffs: 12 GP, 1 PTS, -4, 2 PIM, 12:40 TOI, 6 Blocked shots, 22 hits
Analysis: Injuries limited his season, but he provided defensive reliability when healthy.
Scott Laughton
Regular Season: 20 GP, 2 G, 4 PTS, -1, 11 PIM, 13:06 TOI, 21 Blocked shots, 49 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 2 PTS, -3, 8 PIM, 13:52 TOI, 11 Blocked shots, 41 hits
Analysis: Acquired at the deadline, Laughton brought defensive strength and face-off reliability (57% in playoffs). One year remains on his contract.
Ryan Reaves
Regular Season: 35 GP, 0 G, 2 PTS, -2, 28 PIM, 7:48 TOI, 8 Blocked shots, 103 hits
Playoffs: N/A
Analysis: Reaves was waived and assigned to the AHL midseason. One year remains on his deal.
Defensemen
Morgan Rielly
Regular Season: 82 GP, 7 G, 41 PTS, -8, 21 PIM, 21:23 TOI, 131 Blocked shots, 21 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 4 G, 7 PTS, -2, 4 PIM, 21:42 TOI, 29 Blocked shots, 14 hits
Analysis: Rielly posted a dip in offensive output. While durable and productive, defensive lapses hurt the Leafs during the playoffs. He remains a cornerstone, signed at $7.5M annually.
Oliver Ekman-Larsson
Regular Season: 77 GP, 4 G, 29 PTS, +14, 52 PIM, 21:04 TOI, 83 Blocked shots, 108 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 2 G, 4 PTS, -1, 8 PIM, 19:04 TOI, 18 Blocked shots, 18 hits
Analysis: A reliable veteran presence with versatility in special teams. Signed for three more seasons.
Jake McCabe
Regular Season: 66 GP, 2 G, 23 PTS, +23, 40 PIM, 21:31 TOI, 135 Blocked shots, 118 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 0 G, 4 PTS, -1, 2 PIM, 21:57 TOI, 32 Blocked shots, 23 hits
Analysis: One of Toronto’s most dependable defensemen. He signed an extension at $4.5M per season.
Chris Tanev
Regular Season: 75 GP, 3 G, 18 PTS, +31, 24 PIM, 19:45 TOI, 189 Blocked shots, 20 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 1 G, 3 PTS, +2, 2 PIM, 19:32 TOI, 38 Blocked shots, 7 hits
Analysis: A crucial offseason addition. Tanev added defensive stability and grit. He remains under contract at $4.5M.
Simon Benoit
Regular Season: 78 GP, 1 G, 10 PTS, +12, 59 PIM, 16:33 TOI, 111 Blocked shots, 204 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 1 G, 2 PTS, -3, 10 PIM, 18:23 TOI, 39 Blocked shots, 42 hits
Analysis: A fan favorite for his physicality. Key contributor in clutch moments during this year's postseason run. Two years remain on his deal.
Philippe Myers
Regular Season: 36 GP, 2 G, 5 PTS, 15 PIM, 16:14 TOI, 42 Blocked shots, 76 hits
Playoffs: N/A
Analysis: Saw limited action post-deadline. Adds size and physicality. Signed for two more seasons.
Brandon Carlo
Regular Season: 20 GP, 0 G, 3 PTS, +4, 13 PIM, 19:13 TOI, 38 Blocked shots, 26 hits
Playoffs: 13 GP, 0 G, 0 PTS, -4, 8 PIM, 19:05 TOI, 32 Blocked shots, 9 hits
Analysis: Acquired at the trade deadline and paired with Rielly. Expected to grow into a key role next season.
Goaltenders
Anthony Stolarz
Regular Season: 21-8-3, .926 SV%, 2.14 GAA, 4 SO
Playoffs: 4-2-0, .901 SV%, 2.19 GAA
Analysis: Emerged as the starter, delivering a stellar season. An injury in Round 2 cut his playoffs short. One year remains on his deal.
Joseph Woll
Regular Season: 27-14-1, .909 SV%, 2.73 GAA, 1 SO
Playoffs: 3-4-0, .886 SV%, 3.56 GAA, 1 SO
Analysis: Woll took on a larger role, starting 42 games. Inconsistent playoff performance. Begins a new three-year deal at $3.66M next season.
The Toronto Maple Leafs showed resilience and growth during the 2024–25 season, posting strong numbers in the regular season and getting past the first round in the playoffs. However, familiar frustrations returned as the team fell short in Round 2, raising questions about the core’s long-term playoff potential. With key decisions looming around contracts and cap space, the Leafs must now strike a balance between continuity and change to finally take the next step.
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