Heading into Day 2 of the NHL Draft, the Toronto Maple Leafs are poised with six picks, having traded away their first-round selection. Their notable past picks include Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, which serve as a reminder of their strong drafting history. With a second-round pick from the Florida Panthers, a third-round pick from Nashville, and two fifth-round picks, the Leafs have opportunities to bolster their roster.

The Maple Leafs are expected to engage in trades ahead of their selections, considering recent acquisitions and past trades that reshaped their draft landscape. This year's draft strategy will likely focus on maximizing the potential of their picks and possibly trading up to secure impactful players for their future.