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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

Oilers acquire D Spencer Stastney from Predators for third-round pick

The Edmonton Oilers have added a defenceman to play in front of their new goalie. The Oilers acquired Spencer Stastney from the Nashville Predators in exchange for a 2027 third-round pick, the teams announced on Friday. It’s the second move of the

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Published: 2 days ago

Have the Toronto Maple Leafs been surpassed by their greatest rival?

The intense original six rivalry between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Montreal Canadiens has been a cycle of eras of dominance on both sides. Still, for nearly a decade, Toronto has been the more consistent contender. Since the 2017–18 season, t

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Published: 2 days ago

NHL Injuries: Sabres, Stars, Wild, Islanders, Lightning, Maple Leafs, Mammoth, Capitals and More

Roope Hintz needed help getting off the ice. Bo Horvat exits early. Brandon Carlo had surgery last week. Logan Cooley out eight weeks.

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Published: 2 days ago

5 Takeaways From Maple Leafs’ 3-2 Overtime Loss to Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost 3-2 in overtime to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday (Dec. 11). The Maple Leafs have earned a point in the standings in six straight…

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Published: 2 days ago

Craig Berube says William Nylander had his best game in a while despite loss to Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs squandered what was a pretty solid 60-minute effort against the San Jose Sharks with a horrible showing in overtime to lose 3-2 to the San Jose Sharks. While the team started things off well and generally remained that way in

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Published: 2 days ago

NHL Injuries: Sabres, Stars, Wild, Islanders, Lightning, Maple Leafs, Mammoth, Capitals and More

Roope Hintz needed help getting off the ice. Bo Horvat exits early. Brandon Carlo had surgery last week. Logan Cooley out eight weeks.

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Published: 2 days ago

Maple Leafs Should Explore a Trade For Blackhawks’ Connor Murphy

The Toronto Maple Leafs are dealing with a ton of injuries on their blue line this season. Unfortunately, they are without two of their best defensemen, Chris Tanev and Brandon…

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Published: 2 days ago

William Nylander says Maple Leafs must build confidence after busting power play slump vs. Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to struggle to string together wins, falling 3-2 in overtime to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night. In the absence of Bobby McMann, who was serving a one-game suspension, Craig Berube shook up his lines for Thursda

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Published: 2 days ago

Henry Thrun admits he had an extra gear facing his former team following loss to Sharks

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Henry Thrun finally got his chance to prove himself again in the NHL when he made his season debut on Thursday against the San Jose Sharks. Getting a chance to play after Dakota Mermis got injured earlier in the week, h

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Published: 2 days ago

4 takeaways from Leafs-Sharks: Hildeby outstanding, Nylander’s critical error outweighs strong game

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Dennis Hildeby exceeded all expectations upon being thrust into the starting role, and once again appeared poised to steal a victory. It was all for naught despite Hildeby’s best efforts, as the Maple Leafs surrendere

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Published: 2 days ago

Game Review: Maple Leafs, careless with the lead, fall to Sharks in OT

Similar to the shootout losses against the Sharks last season, the Maple Leafs let a very winnable game slip away in this 3-2 overtime loss to San Jose. In a battle between two of the worst possession teams in the league based on the publicly availab

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Published: 2 days ago

Despite loss, Maple Leafs see signs of life from struggling power play

Amid a campaign that’s been all tumult, all peaks and valleys, it was a familiar sight for the fans packing the Scotiabank Arena stands. A night that saw their Toronto Maple Leafs seemingly find progress — only to see injuries, past ghosts and il

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Published: 2 days ago