Oliver Ekman-Larsson - NHL News & Rumors

Offers assist to end slump Ekman-Larsson posted an assist, two hits, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 4-3 overtime win over the Oilers.

Impact Ekman-Larsson's hot October is a distant memory -- his helper Saturday ended an eight-game point drought. While he's no longer on the top pairing at even strength, he's still seeing significant usage as well as power-play time. The veteran defenseman is up to seven points, 38 shots on net, 31 hits, 20 blocked shots, 18 PIM and a plus-2 rating through 19 appearances. Ekman-Larsson's talent as an offensive blueliner, coupled with a strong supporting cast, should keep him in the mix for fantasy consideration.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ekman-Larsson celebrated after reaching 1,000 NHL games | NHL.com Maple Leafs defenseman hit milestone Wednesday, celebrated in Toronto Saturday

4 DAYS AGO • NHL.COM

Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Pre Game | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Pre Game

NOVEMBER 13 • NHL.COM

SIMMONS: Oliver Ekman-Larsson's many ups and downs on the road to 1,000-game milestone In the famed NHL draft of 2009, the Phoenix Coyotes used their first pick on a pencil-thin, long-armed defenceman from Sweden.

NOVEMBER 13 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Ekman-Larsson still has 'that drive' entering 1,000th NHL game with Maple Leafs | NHL.com Defenseman still focuses on details in 15th season, won Stanley Cup with Panthers

NOVEMBER 13 • NHL.COM

Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Pre Game | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Pre Game

NOVEMBER 8 • NHL.COM

Nets first as Leaf Ekman-Larsson scored a goal in a 5-1 loss to the Blues on Thursday.

Impact It was OEL's first goal of the season. He crushed the puck from the top of the circle, and it hit a Blues player and deflected past Jordan Binnington. Ekman-Larsson is off to a strong start in Toronto with one goal and four assists, 22 shots, 15 hits and seven blocks. He has even seen some time on PP1 as the Leafs try to figure out how to inject some life in that struggling group. OEL is a solid depth defender in shallow leagues.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Post Game | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Post Game

OCTOBER 25 • NHL.COM

Blues beat Maple Leafs 5-1 in first meeting against former coach Craig Berube since his firing

Jordan Binnington made 40 saves, Dylan Holloway scored twice and St. Louis beat Toronto 5-1 on Thursday night, spoiling Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube’s first game against the Blue...

OCTOBER 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Oliver Ekman-Larsson Rifles Home First Goal With Maple Leafs

OCTOBER 25 • YOUTUBE

Ekman-Larsson fined maximum for interference in Maple Leafs game | NHL.com Defenseman penalized $5,000 for actions against Lightning

OCTOBER 22 • NHL.COM

Strong start to season Ekman-Larsson picked up an assist in a 4-1 loss to the Rangers on Saturday.

Impact OEL already has four assists and 17 shots in five games in blue and white. He won't continue this pace, but he given the firepower around him, Ekman-Larsson could deliver his first 40-plus point season since 2018-19 with Arizona.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes two helpers Ekman-Larsson posted two assists, four shots on goal, two blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Wednesday's 6-2 win over the Kings.

Impact Ekman-Larsson helped out on the Maple Leafs' second and third goals in the first period. While both of those helpers were at even strength, Ekman-Larsson's fantasy value has received a boost with him playing on the top power-play unit. He's at three helpers, 15 shots on net, five hits, five blocked shots, four PIM and a plus-3 rating over four contests this season, but he could be in line for a big year if he continues to get significant minutes with the man advantage.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Practice | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Practice

OCTOBER 17 • NHL.COM

Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Practice | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Practice

OCTOBER 14 • NHL.COM

Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Pre Game | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson| Pre Game

OCTOBER 12 • NHL.COM

Showing chemistry with new partner Ekman-Larsson has been paired with Jake McCabe this preseason.

Impact The duo appear to have early chemistry, and McCabe has delivered the kind of toughness his new coach, Craig Berube, values in his defenders. OEL, who became the eighth defender in NHL history to win his first Cup title after playing at least 980 games, brings impressive hockey sense, skating and skill to the Leafs. Last year, Ekman-Larsson performed on the Panthers second power-play unit, putting up 11 of his 32 points there. He could be deployed in that role in Toronto, which would boost him up to the 40-point plateau.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Training Camp | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Training Camp

SEPTEMBER 20 • NHL.COM

Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Media Availability | Toronto Maple Leafs Oliver Ekman-Larsson | Media Availability

SEPTEMBER 16 • NHL.COM

What Chris Tanev and Oliver Ekman-Larsson Will Bring to the Maple Leafs' Blueline After another underwhelming year on the defensive front in 2023-24, Toronto brought in acclaimed veteran blueliners Oliver Ekman-Larsson and...

SEPTEMBER 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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SEPTEMBER 6 • SACBEE.COM

Ekman-Larsson brings Stanley Cup home to Sweden, pays homage to late mother | NHL.com Defenseman became NHL champion with Panthers for first time in 14 seasons, signed with Maple Leafs as free agent

AUGUST 1 • NHL.COM

Maple Leafs solidify defenseman group, goaltending at start of free agency | NHL.com Tanev, Ekman-Larsson added; Woll signed to new contract

JULY 2 • NHL.COM

From Stanley Cup parade to Toronto, Oliver Ekman-Larsson joins Maple Leafs The Maple Leafs added to a busy first day of free agency, luring Florida'a Cup champion OEL to a new challenge on Bay Street.

JULY 1 • TORONTOSUN.COM

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Blues beat Maple Leafs 5-1 in first meeting against former coach Craig Berube since his firing