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Craig Berube on inserting Ryan Reaves for Leafs vs. Habs: “It’s a big rivalry… We have to be physical and play a heavy game”

Ahead of Saturday’s game in Montreal, head coach Craig Berube discussed the decision to dress Ryan Reaves, Philippe Myers’ emergence on the blue line, Simon Benoit sitting out a second straight game, and his favorite memories of games in Montreal

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Published: 3 months ago

Looking at what the Maple Leafs are (and aren’t) after 12 games

The Maple Leafs are 6-4-2 after 12 games, which is enough time for our scout Jason Bukala to start drawing some conclusions of what they are, what they aren’t, and what they’ll need to address.

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Published: 1 year ago

The Leafs have found their first line winger and his name is Matthew Knies

Following the wave of free agent signings made by new general manager Brad Treliving this summer, most people had Tyler Bertuzzi penciled in as the Leafs’ inevitable top line left wing. It made sense, given his reputation as an energy player who ha

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Published: 1 year ago

Toronto Maple Leafs Overcome Worst Period of Season, Comeback

The Toronto Maple Leafs looked dead in the water after the first 20 minutes of last night’s game against the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning, completely outplayed, their starting goaltender pulled, trailing 4-1 and booed off of the ice by the Scotiaba

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Published: 1 year ago

The Countdown: Top-5 things to currently love about the Maple Leafs

We’re back for another rendition of The Countdown and for today’s piece let’s dive into what you should be loving about this season’s Toronto Maple Leafs. It’s been a dramatic roller coaster ride so far and it’s not even the quarter mark

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Published: 1 year ago

3 Takeaways as Maple Leafs Stun Lightning in Overtime Thriller

In a nail-biting showdown, the Toronto Maple Leafs pulled off a spectacular 6-5 overtime victory against the Tampa Bay Lightning. This heart-stopping game provided fans with unforgettable moments, and while…

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Published: 1 year ago

Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Jarnkrok, Matthews, Marner & Woll

Haven’t we been here before? Once again the Toronto Maple Leafs played the Tampa Bay Lightning, and once again Joseph Woll replaced Ilya Samsonov after Samsonov let in a few…

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Published: 1 year ago

"Traitor": Canadiens fans not happy with PK Subban cheering for Leafs

From his exciting play to his charitable off-ice endeavours, ex-NHL defenceman PK Subban was (and is) beloved by Montreal Canadiens fans. And while his time with the Habs only lasted six years, it was always pretty clear where the Toronto native’s

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Published: 1 year ago

Toronto Maple Leafs Need to be a Lot Tougher to Play Against

The Toronto Maple Leafs – through the first 15 percent of the season – have not displayed the hard-to-play-against toughness that new general manager Brad Treliving promised upon his arrival. It seems – for the time being – that Toronto Maple

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Published: 1 year ago

Matthews says fans were right to boo Leafs in eventual epic comeback

The Toronto Maple Leafs picked up the two points on Monday night, but it wasn’t before the boobirds visited Scotiabank Arena. Coming out of the first period down 4-1 against divisional rival the Tampa Bay Lightning, a crowd that’s often ribbed f

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Published: 1 year ago

It’s official: The Leafs have an Ilya Samsonov problem

For all intents and purposes, Ilya Samsonov is broken. And unfortunately – due to cap reasons – there’s not really much Brad Treliving and company can do about it —at least right now. For the second time this season, the 26-year-old Russian n

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Published: 1 year ago

Win or lose, the 2023-24 Toronto Maple Leafs are messy as hell

These Leafs are built for streaks, slumps, track meets and, most of call, chaos.

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Published: 1 year ago

Calder Trophy Rankings: A pair of Ducks takes flight

Assessing the rookie class in the early goings of the season can be tricky business. Some dark horses in the Calder Trophy conversation are off to red-hot starts and have taken the spotlight away from a few favorites. Adam Fantilli and Logan Cooley a

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Published: 1 year ago