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NHL·TRADE·July 1, 2026 11:26 AM ET

Maple Leafs trade forward Nick Robertson to Penguins for fourth-round pick

Toronto ships out young winger for a draft pick.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 11 min read
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What happened: The Toronto Maple Leafs have traded forward Nick Robertson to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for a fourth-round draft pick. The deal moves the young winger out of Toronto's crowded forward group ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Why it matters: The move clears a roster spot and adds a mid-round draft asset as Toronto reshapes its depth this offseason. For Pittsburgh, Robertson brings a young scoring option at a low acquisition cost as the Penguins retool their forward corps.

What to watch: Watch for how Robertson slots into Pittsburgh's lineup and whether Toronto reinvests the freed-up cap space and roster spot elsewhere this summer.

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