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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

5 Surprises Shaping the Maple Leafs’ Playoff Push

The Toronto Maple Leafs wrapped up a two-game swing through Florida that perfectly captured this team’s unpredictability. On Tuesday, they fell flat in a disappointing 3–1 loss to the Panthers.…

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Published: 3 months ago

3 Takeaways From the Maple Leafs’ 4-3 Overtime Win Over the Lightning

The Toronto Maple Leafs earned a hard-fought 4-3 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday (April 9) to sweep the season series between the two rivals. It was…

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Published: 3 months ago

Matthew Knies’ hat trick leads Toronto Maple Leafs over the Tampa Bay Lightning

After what many described as a lacklustre effort on Tuesday night against the Florida Panthers, the Leafs were back to work against the Tampa Bay Lightning Wednesday night. With the Lightning and Leafs surging of late, this was a huge game for decidi

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Published: 3 months ago

Craig Berube raves about Matthew Knies’ tremendous growth during breakout season

Matthew Knies delivered a signature performance for the Toronto Maple Leafs in a 4-3 thriller against the Tampa Bay Lightning, earning a rave review from head coach Craig Berube. Knies recorded the second hat-trick of his career, which included the o

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Published: 3 months ago

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Block Party, Knies & Stolarz

The Toronto Maple Leafs delivered a gutsy 4-3 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, bouncing back just 24 hours after a flat 3-1 loss to the Florida…

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Published: 3 months ago

Mitch Marner more focused on team success than reaching 100-point mark

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner had a strong showing against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday. Aside from Matthew Knies, who recorded his second career hat-trick, Marner was arguably the Leafs’ best player with a goal and two assists o

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Published: 3 months ago

What’s at Stake in the NHL: Golden Knights can seize Pacific Division crown

The Rangers and Blue Jackets face elimination, while the Leafs and Stars can clinch home ice for Round 1.

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Published: 3 months ago

Assessing Maple Leafs' 3 potential 1st-round playoff opponents

The regular season is just about over, which means it's almost time for the constant, stomach-churning anxiety of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Toronto Maple Leafs have once again punched their ticket to the dance, so why not size up their poten

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Published: 3 months ago

Matthew Knies’ confidence on full display following hat-trick in crucial win vs. Lightning

For a franchise that always seems to have a dark cloud overtop of them whenever the playoffs roll around, the idea of Matthew Knies in the playoffs serves as a beam of sunlight. Despite a young career in the NHL, Knies has displayed the ‘clutch’

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Published: 3 months ago

Maple Leafs Prospect Report: Recapping Victor Johansson's Breakout Season

Johansson went from being a complete unknown when he was drafted to becoming one of the best overall defensemen in his league. This is a breakdown showing his strengths, and what he still needs to work on.

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Published: 3 months ago

Pacioretty should start the playoffs with Tavares and Nylander: Alberga’s Take

He hasn’t played since February 8th, but make no mistake about it, Max Pacioretty will be in the mix for the Toronto Maple Leafs once they kick off the Stanley Cup Playoffs in roughly 10 short days from now. From what I’ve been told, initially, i

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Published: 3 months ago

7 takeaways from Leafs-Lightning: Knies delivers signature game in most important win of year

Billed as the most important game of the regular season, Matthew Knies certainly understood the assignment. Knies recorded a hat-trick, including the overtime winner to lead the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 4-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, build

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Published: 3 months ago