Cole McWard News: Inks two-year deal

Published on July 2, 2026

McWard signed a two-year, $1.75 million contract with the Maple Leafs on Thursday, per PuckPedia.

McWard's new deal is a one-way contract in both years. The 25-year-old defenseman has logged nine career NHL games, earning one goal, eight shots on net, nine hits and 11 blocked shots. McWard will likely get a chance to compete for a roster spot with the Maple Leafs in 2026-27, but he'll probably spend most of the campaign with AHL Toronto.