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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: 10 months ago

NHL Injuries: Bruins, Blackhawks, Avs, Kings, Wild, Habs, Preds, Lightning, Leafs, Canucks, and More

Victor Hedman could be a couple of weeks away from returning. Auston Matthews rejoins teammates, but Anthony Stolarz was worse than they originally thought.

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Game Review: Maple Leafs get one point but arguably deserve two in OT loss to Columbus

We’re not really in the business of moral victories, but the Maple Leafs played well in this game and easily could have grabbed two points. They will have to settle for one and hope to get healthier in the coming days, but there were genuine signs

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Easton Cowan takes accountability for goalscoring woes after overtime defeat vs. Blue Jackets

The Toronto Maple Leafs fell 3-2 in overtime Thursday night to the Columbus Blue Jackets, as the team continues to deal with injuries to a number of key players. In their place, rookie Easton Cowan has been given an opportunity to see more ice time a

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Published: 3 weeks ago

NHL Injuries: Bruins, Blackhawks, Avs, Kings, Wild, Habs, Preds, Lightning, Leafs, Canucks, and More

Victor Hedman could be a couple of weeks away from returning. Auston Matthews rejoins teammates, but Anthony Stolarz was worse than they originally thought.

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Scott Laughton on Maple Leafs’ OT loss to Blue Jackets: ‘Sun comes up tomorrow’

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Scott Laughton isn’t going to let Thursday’s overtime loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets weigh him down. Laughton returned to the lineup after a five-game absence, and provided a much-needed boost to the special teams.

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Friday Four: How Maple Leafs’ Nick Robertson has elevated his game

Nick Robertson has become a crucial part of the Maple Leafs’ roster. Michael Amato explores how Robertson has been able to elevate his game this season in this week’s edition of the Friday Four.

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Published: 3 weeks ago

John Tavares touts Easton Cowan’s continued growth after assist on tying goal vs. Blue Jackets

The Toronto Maple Leafs suffered another loss on Thursday night, falling 3-2 in overtime to the Columbus Blue Jackets. Despite the loss, it was one of the team’s more complete efforts as of late. Speaking after the game Thursday night, John Tavares

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Nick Robertson calls his scratch-and-score reputation a ‘blessing in disguise’

One of the best stories of the year so far for the Toronto Maple Leafs has been the emergence of Nick Robertson. He currently sits top-five on the team in goals with 5, and has 10 points in his last 12 games, working his way to a top-six role. On Thu

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Published: 3 weeks ago

3 takeaways from Leafs-Blue Jackets: Cowan’s best NHL game, Laughton’s strong return in losing effort

For the first time in several weeks, the Toronto Maple Leafs should’ve fared better in a losing effort, falling 3-2 in overtime to the Columbus Blue Jackets. Adam Fantilli was terrific for the Blue Jackets, torturing his hometown club with two goal

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Friday FTB: duck duck goose

The Leafs are still holding themselves back.

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Despite loss, Maple Leafs steadied by return of Laughton’s quiet leadership

Scott Laughton finally got his moment, drawing back into the lineup as a steadying presence for the depleted Maple Leafs, helping them earn a much-needed point in the process.

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Easton Cowan’s value to Maple Leafs growing fast

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost another hockey game, and the youngest among them carried the burden of a squandered point as he walked out of the rink.

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Published: 3 weeks ago