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Panthers centre Sam Bennett denies ill intent on Stolarz hit in Game 1

The Toronto Maple Leafs took a 1-0 series lead Monday night with a 5-4 win over the Florida Panthers. But unfortunately, the victory was overshadowed by the loss of goaltender Anthony Stolarz, who left the game midway through the second period after

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Published: 2 months ago

NHL playoff matchups set and here's who's most likely to win Stanley Cup

After a gruelling 82-game season, the NHL playoffs are finally just around the corner. Sixteen teams — eight from each conference — have officially qualified for the postseason, with all eight playoff matchups for the first round now set. Thurs

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Published: 2 months ago

The Maple Leafs are out of time and out of excuses

The penultimate game of the Toronto Maple Leafs' regular season was a handy reference point for the long campaign that ends this week.It was a low-event game, as desired by head coach Craig Berube in his first year with the team, with the Leafs leadi

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Published: 2 months ago

Battle of Ontario Playoff Preview, and the Maple Leafs’ playoff lineup — MLHS Podcast Ep. 90

In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the Battle of Ontario round-one matchup, the questions to resolve with the Leafs’ playoff lineup, and their series predictions for the Leafs vs. Senators series. Maple Leafs H

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Published: 2 months ago

Which NHL teams have the longest postseason streaks?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have the longest consecutive playoff streaks in the NHL. See which other teams make the list.

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Published: 2 months ago

‘Turns to madness’: Q&A with Dakota Mermis, Maple Leafs’ next man up

The Leafs chose journeyman Dakota Mermis (twice!) because of his simple, competitive approach, varied experience and steady professionalism. How’s he feel about all that? Luke Fox chats with the veteran D-man.

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Published: 2 months ago

Did the Maple Leafs accidentally find their playoff bottom-six in Game 81?

Much discussion has been had about the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ bottom six. Despite a solid season-long performance from the team’s Core players, now including Matthew Knies, along with an emphasis on team defence and excellent goaltending all year l

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Published: 2 months ago

Great Moments in Battle of Ontario history: Steve Thomas’ finest hour tears the roof off in 2000 OT thriller

The Battle of Ontario will be reinvigorated when the Toronto Maple Leafs square off against the Ottawa Senators in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. For many of The Leafs Nation’s editorial staff, the Leafs-Senators rivalry in the 200s p

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Published: 2 months ago

2025 NHL playoff preview: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Ottawa Senators

On paper, the Maple Leafs are a solid pick — but as we know, that's not where the games are played.

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Published: 2 months ago

Which Ottawa Senators are Leaf killers?

It’s the Battle of Ontario. Or a potential seven-game homestand for the Maple Leafs. Or it’s the Leafs finally winning the Atlantic Division only to face a team that swept them in the regular season. How ever you want to look at it, the Leafs and

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Published: 2 months ago

All 8 opening matchups confirmed for Stanley Cup Playoffs

The race for the Stanley Cup is officially on. The full opening round bracket for the Stanley Cup Playoffs was confirmed on Wednesday after the Montreal Canadiens clinched the final playoff spot by beating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-2. The action wil

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Published: 2 months ago

Insider Gives Key Update on 2 Injured Maple Leafs Defenseman Ahead of Playoffs

NHL insider Chris Johnston gave a key update on the injuries to Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Jake McCabe and Oliver Ekman-Larsson. The post Insider Gives Key Update on 2 Injured Maple Leafs Defenseman Ahead of Playoffs appeared first on Heavy Sport

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Published: 2 months ago

Will Marner reaching the 100-point milestone translate to playoff success?

Kyper and Bourne discuss whether Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner eclipsing the 100-point milestone will help his performance in the playoffs.

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Published: 2 months ago