Maple Leafs sign Koblar to entry-level contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs have secured the services of promising young forward Tinus Luc Koblar by signing him to a three-year entry-level contract. The NHL club announced the deal Monday, adding a player who has shown potential in European leagues and international competitions.

Koblar, an 18-year-old, spent last season with Leksands IF in the Swedish Hockey League. During his time there, he registered eight goals and six assists in 47 games. This performance in a competitive league indicates his readiness to transition to North American professional hockey.

Born in Kranj, Slovenia, and raised in Norway, Koblar brings international experience to the Maple Leafs. He represented Norway at the 2026 world junior championship, where he was a key offensive contributor, tallying 10 points in five games. His strong showing continued at the senior 2026 world championship, where he was part of Norway's surprising bronze-medal-winning team that defeated Canada in overtime.

In the senior world championship, Koblar scored six goals and added three assists across 10 games, demonstrating his ability to perform on a larger stage against seasoned international competition. His selection by Toronto in the second round (64th overall) of the 2025 NHL draft now appears to be paying dividends with this contract signing.