Artur Akhtyamov - NHL News & Rumors

Not listed on roster Akhtyamov isn't on the Maple Leafs' roster, suggesting he has been returned to AHL Toronto, according to David Alter of The Hockey News on Sunday.

Impact Akhtyamov suited up as Sergei Bobrovsky's backup in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Montreal. The 25-year-old Akhtyamov was slated to back up Anthony Stolarz in Sunday's home matchup against New Jersey, but that plan appears to have changed.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Up from AHL Akhtyamov was summoned from AHL Toronto on Saturday, per David Alter of The Hockey News.

Impact Akhtyamov appears poised to serve as Sergei Bobrovsky's backup in Saturday's home matchup against Montreal. Bobrovsky occupied the starter's crease during the Maple Leafs' optional morning skate. Anthony Stolarz may get Saturday's game off ahead of a potential home-ice start against New Jersey on Sunday.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Returns to AHL Akhtyamov was reassigned to AHL Toronto on Wednesday, per David Alter of The Hockey News.

Impact The Maple Leafs had a back-to-back set against San Jose on Monday and Columbus on Tuesday, so what Toronto did was bring up Akhtyamov to serve as the backup for both games. Sergei Bobrovsky got the nod Monday, while Anthony Stolarz was used Tuesday. The arrangement allowed for the goaltender who wasn't starting to get a full game off, and it guaranteed that Toronto wouldn't be put into a situation where it had to employ one of its two main netminders on both days. Toronto won both tilts without Akhtyamov needing to draw into the net. It wouldn't be surprising if the Maple Leafs make similar arrangements for future back-to-back sets.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Brought up from minors Akhtyamov was promoted from AHL Toronto on Monday.

Impact Akhtyamov's elevation would seem to indicate that there is an injury or illness to one of the Leafs' other two backstops. With the team heading into a back-to-back against the Sharks and Jackets on Monday and Tuesday, respectively, Akhtyamov could be pressed into service.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two goals Saturday Akhtyamov allowed two goals on 15 shots during Saturday's 4-3 preseason overtime loss to the Canadiens.

Impact Akhtyamov drew the start during Saturday's split-squad matchup to begin the regular season, and he played just under half of the game before being replaced by Samuel Hlavaj. Despite Saturday's starting role, Akhtyamov will likely spend most of the upcoming season with AHL Toronto.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

TOR@MTL: Demidov scores PPG against Artur Akhtyamov | Montréal Canadiens Ivan Demidov (MTL) scores power-play goal against Artur Akhtyamov (TOR) to make it 2 - 0

SEPTEMBER 19 • NHL.COM

TOR@MTL: Slafkovsky scores goal against Artur Akhtyamov | Montréal Canadiens Juraj Slafkovsky (MTL) scores goal against Artur Akhtyamov (TOR) to make it 1 - 0

SEPTEMBER 19 • NHL.COM

Getting start in split-squad game Akhtyamov will start on the road versus the Canadiens in a split-squad preseason game Saturday.

Impact Akhtyamov will be backstopping a more defensive lineup on the road. The 24-year-old made his first three NHL appearances in 2025-26, but he will likely spend most of 2026-27 with AHL Toronto.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Artur Akhtyamov | Training Camp | September 17, 2026 | Toronto Maple Leafs Artur Akhtyamov addresses the media from day one of training camp.

SEPTEMBER 17 • NHL.COM

Leafs goalie Artur Akhtyamov drops the Calder Cup during celebrations That's gonna leave a mark...

JUNE 23 • HOCKEYFEED.COM

Toronto Marlies Win 2026 Calder Cup | Toronto Maple Leafs The Toronto Marlies are the 2026 American Hockey League Calder Cup Champions following a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Wolves. This evening,...

JUNE 20 • NHL.COM

Toronto Marlies win the American Hockey League's Calder Cup, beating Chicago 4-3 in Game 5

Vinni Lettieri scored on a second-period power play and the Toronto Marlies won the American Hockey League’s Calder Cup, beating the Chicago Wolves 4-3 on Friday night in Game 5

JUNE 20 • Associated Press

Posts shutout in Game 3 Akhtyamov recorded a 24-save shutout in AHL Toronto's 1-0 win over Chicago in Game 3 of the Calder Cup Finals on Tuesday.

Impact Akhtyamov has stood out in the playoffs with a 14-6 record, two shutouts, a 2.10 GAA and a .928 save percentage over 20 games. His effort Tuesday was a big one, giving the Marlies a 3-0 lead in the championship series. Akhtyamov will likely get the chance to close out the sweep in Game 4 on Thursday.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Logs shutout for AHL Toronto Akhtyamov recorded a 16-save shutout in AHL Toronto's 5-0 win over Rochester in Game 1 on Wednesday.

Impact Akhtyamov allowed 11 goals on 81 shots over three NHL outings this season, though two of those games were late in the season when the Maple Leafs had nothing to play for. He was serviceable in the AHL with a 21-12-4 record, a 2.88 GAA and a .904 save percentage over 37 regular-season games. This was his AHL playoff debut.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Sent back to AHL Akhtyamov was assigned to AHL Toronto on Tuesday.

Impact The Maple Leafs recalled Dennis Hildeby from the minors in a corresponding move. Akhtyamov has gone 0-2-0 while allowing 11 goals on 81 shots in three NHL appearances this season. In the AHL, he has a 20-12-4 record with a 2.90 GAA and a .903 save percentage across 36 games.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting duck behind struggling team Akhtyamov made 27 saves in a 6-5 loss to Dallas on Monday.

Impact Akhtyamov tried, but the team in front of him has played such bad hockey in the last few months that the young netminder had no chance. The guy was a sitting duck behind the Eastern Conference's worst and NHL's fourth-worst goal differentials (minus-44). Vancouver (minus-96), Chicago (minus-65) and Calgary (minus-47) are worse. Akhtyamov needs to be avoided.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Bourque's 4-point game helps the Stars rally past the Maple Leafs 6-5

Mavrik Bourque had his first NHL hat trick and added an assist as the Dallas Stars rallied from a pair of deficits and beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5

APRIL 14 • Associated Press

DAL@TOR: Nylander scores goal against Artur Akhtyamov | Toronto Maple Leafs William Nylander (TOR) scores goal against Artur Akhtyamov (DAL) to make it 3 - 0

APRIL 14 • NHL.COM

DAL@TOR: DeSmith scores goal against Artur Akhtyamov | Toronto Maple Leafs Casey DeSmith (DAL) scores goal against Artur Akhtyamov (TOR) to make it 3 - 1

APRIL 14 • NHL.COM

Set to start Monday Akhtyamov is expected to be between the pipes at home versus the Stars on Monday, Dave McCarthy of NHL.com reports.

Impact Akhtyamov will make his second NHL start, having given up five goals on 44 shots in his debut versus the Islanders on Thursday. Now that the Leafs are out of playoff contention, it makes sense to give the 24-year-old Akhtyamov some extra work, especially with Anthony Stolarz (lower body) done for the season.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Artur Akhtyamov | Post Game vs New York Islanders | April 09, 2026 | Toronto Maple Leafs Artur Akhtyamov speaks with the media following the Leafs' 5-3 loss to the New York Islanders on Thursday.

APRIL 10 • NHL.COM

Maple Leafs Full Media Availability | Post Game vs New York Islanders | April 09, 2026

APRIL 10 • YOUTUBE

Shelled in loss Akhtyamov made 39 saves in a 5-3 loss to the Islanders on Thursday.

Impact Akhtyamov was absolutely shelled in the first period -- the Islanders were inspired by the arrival of new coach Pete DeBoer and outshot the Maple Leafs 23-3. Akhtyamov, in his first NHL start, stopped 21 that frame. The rookie will stick with the team with Anthony Stolarz sidelined with a lower-body injury and waiting on imaging. He will act as a back-up for Joseph Woll.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Matthew Schaefer matches record for goals by rookie defenseman as Islanders top Leafs 5-3

Matthew Schaefer tied the NHL record for goals by a rookie defenseman, and the Islanders defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-3 on Thursday night in Peter DeBoer’s first game as New...

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

TOR@NYI: Ritchie scores PPG against Artur Akhtyamov | New York Islanders Calum Ritchie (NYI) scores power-play goal against Artur Akhtyamov (TOR) to make it 5 - 2

APRIL 10 • NHL.COM

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Toronto Marlies win the American Hockey League's Calder Cup, beating Chicago 4-3 in Game 5

Bourque's 4-point game helps the Stars rally past the Maple Leafs 6-5

Matthew Schaefer matches record for goals by rookie defenseman as Islanders top Leafs 5-3