Brief
Maple Leafs trade for winger Kirill Marchenko and sign six‑year deal
The trade also involves goaltender Elvis Merzlikins and forward Miles Wood heading to Toronto.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Toronto acquired winger Kirill Marchenko from the Columbus Blue Jackets in a trade announced Monday, and the player signed a six‑year, US$75 million contract, the Canadian Press reported.
What happened
The deal, announced on Sep. 28, 2026, sends Marchenko to the Maple Leafs and includes a six‑year deal worth US$75 million. Marchenko’s agent, Dan Milstein, posted the contract details on X. Media reports also say goaltender Elvis Merzlikins and forward Miles Wood are part of the trade, while Toronto gives up forward Matthew Knies, centre Steven Lorentz, defenceman Emil Andrae and a second‑round draft pick.
What the reports add
The Canadian Press noted Marchenko’s career totals with Columbus – 102 goals, 106 assists and 208 points in 292 games – and his 27‑goal, 40‑assist season that placed him second in team scoring. The outlet also highlighted that Marchenko, a 2018 first‑round pick, is entering the final year of a contract with an average annual value of $3.85 million.
What was said
Dan Milstein announced the contract on his verified X account, according to the Canadian Press.
How it came about
The acquisition follows the Leafs’ recent roster overhaul after winning the draft lottery and selecting winger Gavin McKenna first overall, as covered in Felo’s Sep. 28 article “Maple Leafs Rebuild After Draft Lottery Win.” The team is also preparing for the season debut of new forward Teddy Blueger, featured in Felo’s Sep. 26 piece.
Key facts
- Kirill Marchenko was traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs from the Columbus Blue Jackets. (winnipegfreepress.com)
- Marchenko signed a six‑year, US$75 million contract with Toronto. (winnipegfreepress.com)
- The trade also includes goaltender Elvis Merzlikins and forward Miles Wood moving to Toronto. (winnipegfreepress.com)
- Toronto gave up Matthew Knies, Steven Lorentz, Emil Andrae and a second‑round pick. (winnipegfreepress.com)
- Marchenko recorded 27 goals and 40 assists last season, second on the Blue Jackets. (winnipegfreepress.com)
Sources
- [1] winnipegfreepress.com — originally reported as “Maple Leafs acquire Marchenko from Columbus, sign him to six-year deal”
