Maple Leafs 2025 training camp roster reveals (Getty Images) The Toronto Maple Leafs officially unveiled their 2025 training camp roster on Wednesday, and it’s a big one. Featuring 73 players, including 44 forwards, 23 defensemen, and six goaltenders, the list has everything from established stars like Auston Matthews and William Nylander to hungry prospects trying to seize their moment. With camp underway, the buzz around this roster speaks volumes about where the team is heading this season.
What the Maple Leafs’ 2025 training camp roster says about the team
The most striking element of this year’s roster is its balance between proven talent and developing youth. Forwards like Easton Cowan and Jacob Quillan headline the group of young players pushing for NHL spots. Cowan, Toronto’s 2023 first-round pick, is coming off an electric OHL career where he scored 63 goals and racked up 165 points in just 100 games. His playoff surge, with 23 goals and 73 points, has fans eager to see if he can transition that dominance to the NHL stage.On defense, the spotlight shifts to Cade Webber. Standing at 6’7, the physical blueliner brings the kind of size and grit that new head coach Craig Berube has emphasized. After making his professional debut with the Toronto Marlies last season, Webber’s defensive presence and shot-blocking ability could give him a real chance to carve out a role with the Leafs.What stands out even more is how management is investing in the future. NCAA signings like Gunnarwolfe Fontaine and Luke Grainger are getting opportunities, showing that the Leafs are no longer hesitant to test their prospects at the highest level. Players like Bo Groulx, Ben King, and Ryan Tverberg add further depth, giving Toronto multiple layers of talent waiting in the wings.
A competitive camp with high expectations
Berube made it clear he wanted an intense camp, and this roster sets the stage for exactly that. Veterans will be battling to solidify their roles, while young players are desperate to make a lasting impression. The Leafs’ preseason begins September 21 against the Ottawa Senators, followed by matchups with Montreal and Detroit before the season opener on October 8.As the Maple Leafs prepare for another year filled with expectations, this camp roster is more than just a list of names. It’s a statement about the organization’s direction: leaning on established stars while finally giving their future core a real chance to shine.Also Read: Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly consider giving former Flames player second chance alongside Auston Matthews