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On YouTubeToronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 4
Philippe Myers’ extension opens a door to give Matt Benning a look
The stakes have never been lower. Here we are, the Toronto Maple Leafs are sitting at or near the top of the Atlantic Division depending on what day you are reading this, nearing the halfway point of the season and the point of discussion is whether there is something to can be done about the bottom defensive pairing on the Leafs roster.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 21
Reasonable expectations for Murray, what’s next for Alex Nylander, and a plea for Matt Benning: Leaflets
The Maple Leafs have about the least favourable schedule imaginable heading into the Christmas break. Tonight is the second half of back-to-back games and they’ll play once more on Monday before being right back at it on the road on the 27th (in the first have of a back-to-back for them).
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 12
Matt Benning assigned to AHL’s Toronto Marlies after clearing waivers
Matt Benning has been assigned to the AHL’s Toronto Marlies after clearing waivers, the Maple Leafs announced Tuesday. Toronto previously placed Benning on waivers Monday.
The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz
How many of the yearly leaders in NHL goals since the 1990-91 season can you name in five minutes?
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / November 12
Tuesday Provides Two Waiver Surprises Involving Past and Present Maple Leafs
Tuesday brought about more waiver wire news as a Toronto Maple Leaf cleared while a former Maple Leaf was placed on the waivers in a surprise move. Shortly
NHL News / NHL Rumors / November 12
Blackhawks place forward Andreas Athanasiou on waivers
Chris Johnston: The Toronto Maple Leafs have placed defenseman Matt Benning on waivers. Jim Matheson: “Be interesting to see if a team makes waiver claim on ex Oiler Matt Benning as third pairing right D.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / November 11
Maple Leafs Waive Matt Benning: What Now?
The Toronto Maple Leafs have placed defenseman Matt Benning on waivers, per Chris Johnston of The Athletic. Benning, 30, arrived in Toronto in the Timothy Liljegren trade with the San Jose Sharks in late October.
NHL News / Oilersnation / November 11
Former Oilers Andreas Athanasiou, Matt Benning land on waivers
A pair of former Edmonton Oilers landed on waivers Monday morning, as the Chicago Blackhawks waived Andreas Athanasiou and the Toronto Maple Leafs Matt Benning.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 11
Maple Leafs place defenceman Matt Benning on waivers
The Toronto Maple Leafs have placed defenceman Matt Benning on waivers Monday, The Athletic’s Chris Johnston reports. Benning, 30, was acquired Oct. 30 from the San Jose Sharks as part of the return for defenceman Timothy Liljegren.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 11
Blackhawks’ Andreas Athanasiou, Maple Leafs’ Matt Benning and Avalanche’s Kaapo Kahkonen placed on waivers
The Chicago Blackhawks have placed forward Andreas Athanasiou on waivers. Athanasiou has appeared in five games, registering zero points. The 30-year-old is in the final year of a two-year contract worth $4.25 million per season that he signed with Chicago in 2023.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Blade of Steel / November 11
Toronto Maple Leafs Surprisingly Place Recently Acquired Player On Waivers
After just being acquired in the deal to send Timothy Liljegren to San Jose, the Toronto Maple Leafs have now officially waived veteran Matt Benning. The
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / November 9
NHL Insider Shares Interesting Report on the Maple Leafs and Newly-Acquired Matt Benning
NHL Insider Frank Seravalli has shared some interesting information regarding newly-minted Maple Leafs defenseman Matt Benning. After being acquired by
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / November 8
Insider Reports Maple Leafs Face Tough Decision: Defenseman Likely Heading to Waivers
NHL Insider Frank Seravalli reported on Friday the Toronto Maple Leafs will be more than likely placing Matt Benning on waivers in order to clear up roster space.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 8
Frank Seravalli reports Maple Leafs may opt to place Matt Benning on waivers
Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli reports that the Toronto Maple Leafs may have no choice but to put defenceman Matt Benning on waivers in the coming days as part of their attempts to get out of the roster clog.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / November 7
Maple Leafs looking to deal recently acquired Matt Benning
Last week, the Toronto Maple Leafs acquired defenseman Matt Benning from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for Timothy Liljegren. This trade was initially seen as a way to bolster the Leafs’ defensive corps, given Benning’s extensive NHL experience of 464 games.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 6
Maple Leafs and Islanders Linked as Trade Fit for Depth Defenseman
The New York Islanders find themselves in a difficult spot with a string of injuries on their roster, the latest being Adam Pelech. Pelech is sidelined for at least a month, leaving a clear need for defensive help.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Daily / November 4
Insider Provides Update on Matt Benning's Future With the Maple Leafs
Matt Benning was a 'throw in' for the San Jose Sharks to complete the Timothy Liljegren trade and his status with the Maple Leafs is now known. Acquired as part of the Liljegren deal last Wednesday, Matt Benning has another season left on his deal after this one that carries a $1.25M cap hit.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 3
Maple Leafs looking to trade recently acquired defenseman
Earlier this week, the Maple Leafs acquired veteran blueliner Matt Benning as part of the return in the trade that saw blueliner Timothy Liljegren move to San Jose. However, it doesn’t appear as if he’s in Toronto’s plans.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / November 2
Matt Benning Addresses Trade Flip Rumors From Maple Leafs
Newly acquired Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Matt Benning is taking trade rumors in stride, despite reports suggesting he could be on the move before ever playing a game with the Maple Leafs.
NHL News / San Jose Hockey Now / November 2
Sharks Will Miss Benning: ‘We need more guys like Matt Benning’
Matt Benning was a leader for the San Jose Sharks, to the end. Despite being a healthy scratch at times this year, and playing just 21 games over the last
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / November 1
Toronto Maple Leafs Defenseman Comments on Possibility of Being Traded
Matt Benning was recently acquired by Toronto but according to reports may not be sticking around long, and he recently commented on the possibility of being traded.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / November 1
Elliotte Friedman confirms Maple Leafs have a strong chance of trading defenseman
Don't be surprised if we hear of another trade in the coming days.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 1
Matt Benning making most of opportunity with Maple Leafs despite uncertain future
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Matt Benning has been on the team for barely a week and his long-term future is already up in the air. After participating in his first practice with the Leafs on Friday, Benning was asked about his uncertain future with his new team.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / October 31
Toronto Maple Leafs May Trade Matt Benning to Fix Roster Problems
The Toronto Maple Leafs acquired Matt Benning in the Timothy Liljegren trade, but he may not stick around long as Toronto could look to flip him for other assets.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / October 31
Maple Leafs Already Have Trade Plans for Matt Benning
According to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, the Toronto Maple Leafs actively sought trade options for Timothy Liljegren throughout the offseason, but interest around the league was limited.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / October 31
What Matt Benning brings to the Toronto Maple Leafs
Matt Benning’s family tree goes deep. His father, Brian, had 296 points in 568 NHL games between St. Louis, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Edmonton and Florida.
San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / October 30
Sharks Acquire Liljegren for Benning, Picks
The San Jose Sharks have traded for a puck-moving defenseman. The Sharks have acquired Timothy Liljegren from the Toronto Maple Leafs for Matt Benning, a 2025 third-round pick, and a 2026 sixth-round pick.
San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / September 5
Benning Feels Like His Old Self, Shares Details About New Sharks’ Fantasy Football League
Matt Benning feels like he’s back to his old self. That’s happy news after last year, a 14-game season for the stalwart veteran defenseman that was cut short by hip surgery.
San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 4, 2024
Sharks defenseman out for season following hip surgery
The San Jose Sharks have announced that defenseman Matt Benning has undergone successful hip surgery and is expected to miss the rest of the 2023-24 season.
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