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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: 7 months ago

Great save, no goalie mask: Should the NHL outlaw this ‘very dangerous play?’

On Thursday night, Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz made a big maskless save — and an interesting point about goalie safety.

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Published: 2 months ago

Return for Nick Robertson, Auston Matthews’ shot blocking, and some quick takes: Leaflets

It’s been five games. As a general rule I try to wait until 20 before planning the parade or declare that the sky is falling. Pretty much everything is reactionary at this moment and it only takes one good or bad game to change a narrative. With th

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Published: 2 months ago

Craig Berube on keeping Easton Cowan on the bench for most of the third period vs. NYR: “He pushed a little bit too much… He knows; he is a smart kid who understands”

After Friday’s practice, Craig Berube discussed the teaching moments for Easton Cowan in his last game, load managing Auston Matthews, Anthony Stolarz’s big performance against the Rangers, and more. Practice Lines – October 17 Leafs lines at p

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Published: 2 months ago

Stolarz, Berube on viral Scherzer Game 4 moment: ‘Love seeing that stuff’

Maple Leafs’ Anthony Stolarz and Craig Berube share their thoughts on Max Scherzer’s viral moment in Game 4 of the ALCS and if they’ve ever been in a similar situation as a goalie and head coach.

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Published: 2 months ago

Linda Cohn pumps Anthony Stolarz’s tires: Leafs Morning Take

The Leafs and the Blue Jays have life —what a time to be alive! Suffice it is to say, it was a successful Thursday night for Toronto sports fans. Firstly, thanks to Auston Matthews’ OT winner, the Leafs dusted off the New York Rangers. Then, behi

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Published: 2 months ago

Maple Leafs Given Green Light to “Go For It” This Season

The post Maple Leafs Given Green Light to “Go For It” This Season appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Expect the Toronto Maple Leafs to go for it this season, with management poised to make significant team improvements. The post Maple Leafs Given

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Published: 2 months ago

Scenes from Leafs’ practice: Auston Matthews receives maintenance day, Calle Jarnkrok used as placeholder

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews was granted a maintenance day during Friday’s practice session. Matthews skated prior to the session, but did not participate with the team. Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube reiterated that Matthews wa

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Published: 2 months ago

NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs, Ottawa Senators, and the New Jersey Devils

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators will be looking to add later on. There's still a gap to shrink for Jacob Markstrom and the New Jersey Devils.

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Published: 2 months ago

Matthew Knies explains set play with William Nylander that led to game-opening power-play goal

Matthew Knies scored his second goal of the year on Thursday night, as the Toronto Maple Leafs took a 2-1 overtime win over the New York Rangers. Playing on the eve of his 23rd birthday, Knies opened the scoring for the Leafs on the power play, plant

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Published: 2 months ago

Is the Maple Leafs’ Bend But Don’t Break Mentality the Team’s New DNA?

It wasn’t a blowout, and it wasn’t beautiful — but it sure looked like growth. Auston Matthews buried the overtime winner just 58 seconds into the extra frame as the…

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Published: 2 months ago

Craig Berube believes officials should have blown play dead when Anthony Stolarz lost his mask

The Toronto Maple Leafs won their second game in a row with a 2-1 overtime win at home over the New York Rangers. Despite a valiant effort from the Rangers, who have been struggling to score goals in the first few games of the season, the Leafs were

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Published: 2 months ago

Key takeaways from the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 2–1 overtime win against the New York Rangers

The Toronto Maple Leafs headed into last night’s game against the New York Rangers with a 2–2–0 record on the season. Coming off a dominant 7–4 win against the Nashville Predators, where Leafs’ rookie Easton Cowan picked up his first NHL as

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Published: 2 months ago