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Checking in on the exes: Matthew Knies searching for offence after explosive start with Blue Jackets

It’s never a good idea to dwell too much on past relationships, but sometimes it’s interesting to check in and see how former Toronto Maple Leafs players are playing. At this point, we know that Mitch Marner is doing what…

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 12:00 PM
Checking in on the exes: Matthew Knies searching for offence after explosive start with Blue Jackets
Key Things to Know
  • Matthew Knies has struggled for offence with the Columbus Blue Jackets following an explosive three-point debut.
  • The Toronto Maple Leafs traded Knies to Columbus on the eve of the season to acquire Kirill Marchenko.
  • Bobby McMann has posted five points through 13 games with Seattle after signing a six-year extension.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Alex Hobson of TheLeafsNation reviews the early performances of several former Toronto Maple Leafs players with their new teams. Forward Matthew Knies, traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets in an eve-of-season deal for Kirill Marchenko, opened with a three-point debut but has since managed only two assists across his next ten games, totaling five points in 11 contests.

The article also assesses other departed Leafs, including Bobby McMann's slow start with the Seattle Kraken and goaltender Joseph Woll's 1-5-2 record with the Philadelphia Flyers. In addition, Hobson analyzes the ongoing campaigns of Scott Laughton with the Los Angeles Kings and Brandon Carlo with the St. Louis Blues.

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