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Giordano scores goal in return to Maple Leafs lineup

Watch as Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Mark Giordano beats Washington Capitals goaltender Charlie Lindgren with a shot to record a goal in his return to the lineup.

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Published: 9 months ago

Leafs’ Timothy Liljegren out with upper-body injury, Mark Giordano activated from long-term injured reserve

Giordano has not played since Feb. 29.

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Published: 9 months ago

Can Matthews eventually match Ovechkin’s career totals?

David Amber and the Hockey Central panel compare the career trajectories of Alex Ovechkin and Auston Matthews and debate whether Matthews can eventually challenge Ovechkin’s career totals in goals and Stanley Cups.

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Published: 9 months ago

Maple Leafs’ Giordano returns vs. Capitals, Liljegren out with upper-body injury

Toronto Maple Leafs veteran defenceman Mark Giordano will return to the lineup for Thursday’s game against the Washington Capitals, the team announced.

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Published: 9 months ago

Kraken Sign Lukas Dragicevic To Entry-Level Contract

The Seattle Kraken have signed top defense prospect Lukas Dragicevic to his entry-level contract (Twitter link). The deal will carry a $950K annual-average-value (AAV). Seattle drafted Dragicevic in the second-round of the 2023 NHL Draft, using a pic

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Published: 9 months ago

Leafs facing tough decisions when it comes to playoff starting goalie

When the Toronto Maple Leafs hit the ice for playoff games next month, it’ll be largely familiar territory for much of the team’s core. As things currently stand, the Leafs are slated to face off against the Boston Bruins or Florida Panthers to

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Published: 9 months ago

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Washington Capitals – Preview, Projected Lines & TV Broadcast Info

The surging Capitals come to town at a time when the Maple Leafs are seeking a response after one of their leakiest defensive performances of the season against New Jersey (7:00 p.m. EST, Sportsnet Ontario). Auston Matthews is considered a game-time

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Published: 9 months ago

Rasmus Sandin and the Capitals return to Toronto amid short-handed Maple Leafs lineup

After their underwhelming 6-3 loss to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night, the Toronto Maple Leafs are down to just 11 games on the schedule before the playoffs begin. As they start the final three weeks of the regular season tonight, they’ll ta

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Published: 9 months ago

Sheldon Keefe on Matthew Knies’ recent play (three points in his last 12): “It looks to me like a young guy who is feeling the effects of the schedule”

Ahead of Thursday’s game against Washington, head coach Sheldon Keefe discussed Auston Matthews’ status (game-time decision), the illnesses and injuries piling up on the team this season, and Matthew Knies’ recent play. Morning Skate Lines –

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Published: 9 months ago

Maple Leafs Notebook: Matthews in doubt for Sandin’s return

While there would be something magical about Auston Matthews becoming the only active NHLer to register two 60-goal seasons with Alex Ovechkin in the building, the Toronto Maple Leafs sniper may not be healthy enough to play Thursday.

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Published: 9 months ago

When undermanned this season, the Leafs have proven to be a resilient bunch: Leafs Morning Take

Auston Matthews’ pursuit of 70 goals could take a major hit. That’s because the soon-to-be three-time Rocket Richard Trophy winner is considered a game-time decision due to illness for Thursday night’s tilt against the Washington Capitals. Matt

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Published: 9 months ago

Four Maple Leafs prospects in the mix for the NCAA Championship

Last year about this time Leafs fans were divided on whether they wanted to see a quick exit for the University of Minnesota or if it was better that Matthew Knies take a legitimate run at the college national championship before joining the Leafs. I

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Published: 9 months ago