The Toronto Maple Leafs have added depth to their forward group by signing 24‑year‑old Brendan Brisson to a one‑year deal. Brisson, who split the 2025‑26 season between the New York Rangers and their AHL affiliate Hartford Wolf Pack, brings a blend of speed and two‑way play that could bolster Toronto’s bottom‑six options. The short‑term contract suggests the Leafs view him as a low‑risk, high‑upside addition, hoping he can translate his recent AHL production to the NHL level. With the regular season looming, the club will evaluate how Brisson fits into their roster during training camp and may see him earn a spot on the blue line or serve as a reliable call‑up from the minors.

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced today that the hockey club has signed forward Brendan Brisson to a one-year contract. Brisson, 24, split his 2025-26 season between the New York Rangers and Hartford ...