Auston Matthews anchors Toronto’s offense with goal-scoring prowess and PP1 relevance. His shot volume and elite power-play presence sustain top-tier fantasy upside, making him a cornerstone pick in drafts. Matthews’ two-way game adds depth, while Toronto’s surrounding talent provides reliable supporting scoring to maximize ceiling.

Leafs' core contracts and cap-shopping create a delicate balance between Marner/Matthews' elite talent and the surrounding roster, shaping fantasy value for top-line studs and depth additions as the team navigates spending and roster depth.

Matthews anchors Toronto's offense and fantasy upside; his production hinges on surrounding talent and cap-driven roster moves, shaping lineups and weekly value as the Leafs navigate top-line stability and depth.

Leafs eye potential moves around Calle Jarnkrok as part of roster optimization. Jarnkrok’s versatility and playoff-style play could command assets or translate into a role that supports the middle six, with fantasy impact tied to line placement and power-play opportunities if he stays.

Leafs eye adding flexibility around David Kampf, with potential moves to optimize the forward corps. Kampf’s bottom-six presence and PK ability could be a trade asset or a stabilizing factor if retained, affecting the depth chart and fantasy value of lines that rely on his energy and defensive play.