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‘He came up big for them’: Shesterkin otherworldly as Maple Leafs fall to Rangers

The 28-year-old helped his team to a 4-1 win Saturday night, turning aside 34 of the 35 shots the home side poured on him.

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Published: 6 months ago

Maple Leafs Sign Blake Smith to ELC

Toronto has signed another undrafted prospect to an ELC, and as you may have assumed he is indeed a giant tree of a man.

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Published: 1 month ago

Maple Leafs sign Blake Smith to entry-level contract

Undrafted defenseman Blake Smith recorded 32 points in 64 games this season with the OHL’s Flint Firebirds.

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Published: 1 month ago

Maple Leafs sign defenceman Blake Smith to entry-level contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to add to their prospect pool, signing defenceman Blake Smith to a three-year, entry-level contract.

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Published: 1 month ago

Toronto Maple Leafs sign 20-year-old, 6-foot-5 defenceman in free agency

The Toronto Maple Leafs are adding a bit of size to their blue line depth. The team announced today that they signed 20-year-old undrafted free agent Blake Smith to a three-year entry-level deal. Smith, who played for both the Oshawa Generals and F

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Published: 1 month ago

Carlo Colaiacovo thinks Knies is everything the Leafs have been missing since losing Hyman: Leafs Morning Take

At this point, it’s fair to wonder if Matthew Knies has a stake in ownership of the Tampa Bay Lightning —or something. The dominance continues. Knies potted his second career hat-trick – which included the OT winner – to propel the Leafs to a

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Published: 1 month ago

5 Surprises Shaping the Maple Leafs’ Playoff Push

The Toronto Maple Leafs wrapped up a two-game swing through Florida that perfectly captured this team’s unpredictability. On Tuesday, they fell flat in a disappointing 3–1 loss to the Panthers.…

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Published: 1 month ago

3 Takeaways From the Maple Leafs’ 4-3 Overtime Win Over the Lightning

The Toronto Maple Leafs earned a hard-fought 4-3 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday (April 9) to sweep the season series between the two rivals. It was…

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Published: 1 month ago

Matthew Knies’ hat trick leads Toronto Maple Leafs over the Tampa Bay Lightning

After what many described as a lacklustre effort on Tuesday night against the Florida Panthers, the Leafs were back to work against the Tampa Bay Lightning Wednesday night. With the Lightning and Leafs surging of late, this was a huge game for decidi

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Published: 1 month ago

Craig Berube raves about Matthew Knies’ tremendous growth during breakout season

Matthew Knies delivered a signature performance for the Toronto Maple Leafs in a 4-3 thriller against the Tampa Bay Lightning, earning a rave review from head coach Craig Berube. Knies recorded the second hat-trick of his career, which included the o

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Published: 1 month ago

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Block Party, Knies & Stolarz

The Toronto Maple Leafs delivered a gutsy 4-3 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, bouncing back just 24 hours after a flat 3-1 loss to the Florida…

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Published: 1 month ago

Mitch Marner more focused on team success than reaching 100-point mark

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner had a strong showing against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday. Aside from Matthew Knies, who recorded his second career hat-trick, Marner was arguably the Leafs’ best player with a goal and two assists o

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Published: 1 month ago

What’s at Stake in the NHL: Golden Knights can seize Pacific Division crown

The Rangers and Blue Jackets face elimination, while the Leafs and Stars can clinch home ice for Round 1.

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Published: 1 month ago