OLIVER EKMAN-LARSSON #95 - DEFENSE - TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS
8  G  •
31  A  •
1.38  S/G 
#95 - DEFENSE - TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS
8 G
31 A
1.38 S/G
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Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Pre Game at Ottawa Senators | April 15, 2026 | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson speaks to the media ahead of tonight's game against the Ottawa Senators.
APRIL 15 • NHL.COM
Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Pre Game vs Florida Panthers | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson speaks to the media ahead of tonight's game against the Florida Panthers.
APRIL 11 • NHL.COM
Nabs assist Thursday Ekman-Larsson notched an assist and 10 PIM in Thursday's 5-3 loss to the Islanders.
Impact Ekman-Larsson missed Saturday's game against the Kings but was able to limit his absence to one contest. The 34-year-old has taken a few knocks that he's been able to mostly play through in 2025-26. He's produced 39 points, 106 shots on net, 83 hits, 68 blocked shots, 68 PIM and a minus-5 rating over 75 outings in his most productive campaign since 2018-19 with the Coyotes.
APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE
Good to play Ekman-Larsson (lower body) is set to play Wednesday versus Washington, per David Alter of The Hockey News.
Impact Ekman-Larsson missed Saturday's game against Los Angeles because of the injury. He has eight goals and 38 points in 73 appearances in 2025-26. Troy Stecher is projected to be a healthy scratch to accommodate Ekman-Larsson's return.
APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE
Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Practice | April 07, 2026 | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson speaks with the media following Tuesday's practice.
APRIL 7 • NHL.COM

Toronto plays Washington after Knies' 2-goal performance

The Toronto Maple Leafs host the Washington Capitals after Matthew Knies' two-goal game against the Los Angeles Kings in the Maple Leafs' 7-6 overtime loss
APRIL 7 • Associated Press
Not expected to play Saturday Ekman-Larsson (lower body) isn't expected to play Saturday versus Los Angeles, per Luke Fox of Sportsnet.
Impact Ekman-Larsson left Thursday's 4-1 loss to San Jose due to the injury. He has eight goals and 38 points in 73 outings in 2025-26. Troy Stecher is slated to play Saturday because of Ekman-Larsson's absence.
APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE
Exits early Thursday Ekman-Larsson sustained a lower-body injury and won't finish Thursday's game versus the Sharks.
Impact Ekman-Larsson has three helpers over his last five outings. The 34-year-old defenseman has taken some knocks this season, but he's only missed three games in total, and none have been due to injuries. If he can't play Saturday versus the Kings, Troy Stecher will draw into the lineup.
APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE
Helps out twice Monday Ekman-Larsson registered two assists, put two shots on net and recorded three blocked shots in Monday's 5-4 overtime win over the Ducks.
Impact Ekman-Larsson recorded a secondary helper on each of Toronto's first two goals Monday. Overall, the 34-year-old blueliner has 30 assists, 38 points, 104 shots on net, 82 hits and 66 blocked shots through 72 games this season. Despite his run of assists from earlier in the season drying up over time, he managed to secure his highest number of helpers in a season since the 2018-19 campaign. Ekman-Larsson has three assists over his last four games and is a decent waiver-wire pickup in deep fantasy leagues that value category coverage.
MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE
Set to play Tuesday Ekman-Larsson (personal) is slated to be in the lineup Tuesday versus the Islanders, Dave McCarthy of NHL.com reports.
Impact Ekman-Larsson was considered a game-time decision after he welcomed a newborn into the world. The 34-year-old looks good to go after skating in warmups, and he should be back in the power-play mix as well. Simon Benoit is set to be scratched for Ekman-Larsson's return after a one-game absence.
MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE
Status uncertain for Tuesday Ekman-Larsson (personal) is expected to be a game-time decision Tuesday against the Islanders, Mark Masters of TSN reports.
Impact Per Masters, Ekman-Larsson is resting after welcoming his child into the world and will provide the team with an update on his status later Tuesday. Troy Stecher might come out of the lineup if Ekman-Larsson suits up against the Isles.
MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE
Oliver Ekman-Larsson leaves the Maple Leafs. Maple Leafs forced to make an emergency call up ahead of tonight's game.
MARCH 15 • HOCKEYFEED.COM
Unavailable Sunday Ekman-Larsson (personal) won't play against Minnesota on Sunday.
Impact Ekman-Larsson has returned to Toronto for the birth of his child. He has produced eight goals, 35 points, 94 shots on net, 61 blocked shots and 75 hits across 65 appearances this season. The Maple Leafs recalled Henry Thrun from AHL Toronto on Sunday under emergency conditions to provide the team with some additional depth.
MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE
Ready to rock Ekman-Larsson (not injury related) will return to the lineup Saturday versus Tampa, Terry Koshan of The Toronto Sun reports.
Impact Ekman-Larsson was a healthy scratch the last two games as the Maple Leafs were fielding offers ahead of Friday's trade deadline, and didn't want him to suffer an injury. Ekman-Larsson is having his best offensive season since the 2015-16 campaign, when he tallied 21 goals and 55 points for Arizona. Ekman-Larsson has eight goals and 27 assists in 61 games this season.
MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE
Why Maple Leafs didn't trade Oliver Ekman-Larsson before NHL deadline | Sporting News After all that, OEL doesn't go anywhere.
MARCH 6 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Maple Leafs likely trading Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Scott Laughton presents a problem | Sporting News Toronto is still due to make some moves.
MARCH 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Maple Leafs appear close to trades for Bobby McMann, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, Scott Laughton | Sporting News This move can only point to one thing.
MARCH 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Panthers and Maple Leafs are trade deadline sellers with the playoffs likely out of reach

The Florida Panthers are back-to-back Stanley Cup champions who have gone to three consecutive trips to the final and made the playoffs six years in a row
MARCH 4 • Associated Press
Being held out Wednesday Ekman-Larsson will not be in the lineup versus New Jersey on Wednesday for roster management, Chris Johnston of The Athletic reports.
Impact With the trade deadline looming, it seems Ekman-Larsson may have played his last game in the Maple Leafs jersey. The blueliner has been struggling to produce in the offensive zone of late, going 13 games without recording a point while producing just four helpers. Depending on where he lands, Ekman-Larsson could be a candidate for power-play minutes, perhaps on a second unit.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Mammoth acquire Weegar from the Flames, Oilers make another trade with the Blackhawks

The Western Conference loaded up ahead of the NHL trade deadline, with two Stanley Cup contenders adding significant players and an upstart team looking to make the playoffs making...
MARCH 4 • Associated Press
The reason the Maple Leafs should trade Oliver Ekman-Larsson before the deadline | Sporting News This is actually quite straightforward.
MARCH 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Oliver Ekman-Larsson offers his own surprising update on Maple Leafs trade rumors | Sporting News OEL is still involved in the rumors.
MARCH 2 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Maple Leafs' Oliver Ekman-Larsson trade desires made clear | Sporting News OEL is a candidate to be sold off.
FEBRUARY 27 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
NHL rumors: Oilers targeting trade for either of Leafs' Oliver Ekman-Larsson or $45,500,000 Blues D-man With the March trade deadline fast approaching, the Edmonton Oilers appear to be looking to bolster their defense.
FEBRUARY 27 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
Maple Leafs' Oliver Ekman-Larsson sees shift in trade news after Olympics | Sporting News OEL ended up in a surprising position.
FEBRUARY 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
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