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Analyzing the Maple Leaf blue line, and if it’s deep enough to compete for a Stanley Cup

For all intents and purposes, Monday’s signing of Simon Benoit all but fortified the Maple Leafs blue line ahead of training camp next month. Is it deep enough, though? Well, at this point, the jury’s still out on that. Following a flurry of acti

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Published: 1 year ago

Paul Maurice on the challenge of shutting down the Leafs’ stars: “We’re not stopping Matthews or these guys… They will all generate offense… The question is how much do you give them on top of that?”

After a practice day on Saturday, Panthers head coach Paul Maurice discussed the challenge of shutting down the Leafs’ star talent, the tradition of coaches taking part in the handshake line, and Matthew Tkachuk skating separate from the practice g

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Published: 5 days ago

Craig Berube on the high probability of a “nasty” series vs. the Panthers: “I’m not worried about it at all… Our team is ready for it”

After Saturday’s practice, head coach Craig Berube discussed the upcoming series against the Florida Panthers, Scott Laughton thriving in his role, and Bobby McMann’s series against the Senators. Did the big block by Scott Laughton at the end of

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Published: 5 days ago

Maple Leafs’ Rielly hopes to improve from 2023 series vs. Panthers

Maple Leafs defenceman Morgan Rielly reflects on their past matchup with the Florida Panthers, says they will look into everything.

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Published: 5 days ago

Berube expects Leafs to be more disciplined, physical with sole focus on Panthers

Winning a playoff round is difficult and should be celebrated as such, but the Toronto Maple Leafs have larger goals ahead and will face their toughest opponent of the past decade. Toronto squares off against the defending champion Florida Panthers i

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Published: 5 days ago

Leafs practice notes: Berube indicates Laughton is all good after key shot block, Rielly, Tanev at optional

Game 1 of the second-round series between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers is now officially scheduled for Monday night. Toronto held an optional practice Saturday, after eliminating the Ottawa Senators in six games. Morgan Rielly, Chris

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Published: 5 days ago

Wendel Clark’s 5 Playoff Pillars for Maple Leafs Success

As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for a second-round showdown against the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers, Maple Leafs legend Wendel Clark is offering fans a dose of…

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Published: 5 days ago

Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 2 Preview: Maple Leafs vs. Panthers

As the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers prepare to meet in Round 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, we get you prepared with our series preview.

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Published: 5 days ago

Tkachuk reflects on Round 1 exit vs. Maple Leafs: ‘Still not over it’

Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk reflects on his first time being knocked out in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

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Published: 5 days ago

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ keys to victory over the Florida Panthers

The Toronto Maple Leafs have closed out the series against the Ottawa Senators, winning the series 4–2. For some Maple Leafs fans, the “real” playoffs start against the Florida Panthers in the coming days. The reigning Stanley Cup champions loo

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Published: 5 days ago

How the Maple Leafs’ first round victory in 2022-23 helped secure the Battle of Ontario

The Toronto Maple Leafs are off to the second round of the playoffs for only the second time in the Core Four era. The way they got to the second may may not have been the most ideal way – dropping two straight games after going up 3-0 in the serie

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Published: 5 days ago

Maple Leafs’ Work Just Beginning with Matchup Against Panthers

The Toronto Maple Leafs have advanced to the second-round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, defeating the Ottawa Senators 4-2 in Game 6 to win the series 4-2. After almost losing…

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Published: 5 days ago

Wendel Clark preaches patience for the Toronto Maple Leafs and their fans ahead of Florida series

What a start to the playoffs it’s been for the Toronto Maple Leafs. From a 3-0 series lead, to back-to-back losses, and finally the closeout win Thursday night. After two weeks of ups and downs, it’s probably a good time to check in with your car

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Published: 6 days ago