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5 takeaways from Leafs-Flyers: Nylander scores 40th goal, Tavares line dominates on true talent

True talent level often rises to the top in modern professional sports, and the Toronto Maple Leafs ran all over the Philadelphia Flyers in a 7-2 victory Tuesday evening. It marked the second time this season the Maple Leafs scored seven or more goal

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Published: 5 months ago

Toronto Maple Leafs playoff series previews: Florida Panthers

The Florida Panthers currently lead the Atlantic Division, four points clear of the second-place Toronto Maple Leafs. The Leafs do have a game in hand, but did just lose in regulation to the Panthers, essentially translating to a four-point swing. 

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Published: 5 months ago

Maple Leafs Have the Most to Gain From Winning Atlantic Division

The Toronto Maple Leafs currently hold second place in the Atlantic Division with a 39-23-3 record, totaling 81 points. They sit just four points behind the reigning Stanley Cup champion…

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Published: 5 months ago

Why Maple Leafs should call-up William Villeneuve before the end of the regular season

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a bit of a conundrum when it comes to their defensive unit. On one hand, this is arguably the deepest blueline the Leafs have had in quite some time and certainly the best of the Auston Matthews era so far. They have one

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Published: 5 months ago

Too early for Marner drama, plea for simplicity, and purposeful lines: Leaflets

One of the worst things that can happen is that a team doesn’t immediately improve the second that trade deadline ends. It would be nice if the Toronto Maple Leafs were in the same situation as the Senators, Kings, Avs, and Canes which all received

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Published: 5 months ago

Salary Cap Deep Dive: Toronto Maple Leafs

Navigating the salary cap is one of the most important tasks for a front office.  Teams that can avoid total cap chaos by walking the tightrope of inking players to deals that match their value (or compensate for future value without breaking the ba

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Published: 5 months ago

Auston Matthews’ play, and the other big question marks facing the Maple Leafs down the stretch — MLHS Podcast Ep. 86

In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the Maple Leafs’ loss to the Panthers, Auston Matthews’ relatively underwhelming season, and the big questions facing the coaching staff down the stretch and into the playof

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Published: 5 months ago

How can Matthews and Marner get back on track to help end Leafs’ slump?

Nick Kypreos and Justin Bourne discuss the recent play of Toronto Maple Leafs stars Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, discussing their slumping play since the 4 Nations Face-Off and how they can help themselves and the Maple Leafs get right.

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Published: 5 months ago

The Leafs need more from Auston Matthews: Leafs Morning Take

Well, it’s back to the drawing board for Craig Berube and company. Luckily, they still have two games left in the regular season against the Florida Panthers, who just continue to have their number. Any way you slice, Toronto’s now four points ba

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Published: 5 months ago

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Tavares, Stolarz, Domi, Tanev & Nylander

The Florida Panthers made a point last night, even with a depleted lineup. They extended their strong run with a 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, their seventh win…

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Published: 5 months ago

Maple Leafs Fill Nikita Grebenkin’s Spot with Borya Valis

The Toronto Maple Leafs were active at the trade deadline and significantly upgraded their roster at the cost of their prospect system. They had to part with first-round picks in…

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Published: 5 months ago

Stay at home defencemen aren’t exciting but Brandon Carlo can help Morgan Rielly

The Maple Leafs had a very specific need for their blueline. Maybe two specific needs for their blueline. Maybe two specific needs and one very strong preference. On paper, Brandon Carlo checked those boxes. Carlo is a right-shot defenceman that push

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Published: 5 months ago

3 Players on Both Sides of the Canadiens-Maple Leafs Rivalry

There’s a lot of history between the Original Six teams, especially between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Montreal Canadiens. How could it be otherwise? Both teams are over a…

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Published: 5 months ago