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Craig Berube on Oliver Ekman-Larsson’s status for Game 1 of the playoffs: “He’s tough and will play through things… I expect him to play, but you never know”

Ahead of Tuesday’s game in Buffalo, head coach Craig Berube discussed the opportunity to clinch first place in the Atlantic Division, the status of Jake McCabe and OEL for Game 1 of the playoffs, and the challenge against the Sabres. Morning Skate

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Published: 2 months ago

Projected Lineups for the Maple Leafs vs Sabres – 4/15/25

The Toronto Maple Leafs take on the Buffalo Sabres at the Key Bank Center tonight. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. MAPLE…

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Published: 2 months ago

Mitch Marner named Maple Leafs’ nominee for King Clancy Trophy

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner was named the team’s nominee for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy on Tuesday. Mitchellyy Marner! 👏 Congratulations to @Marner93 on being nominated for the King Clancy Memorial Trophy! pic.twitter.com/pbWoo

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Published: 2 months ago

Concern over Maple Leafs defensive injuries will linger into playoffs

The Toronto Maple Leafs may be the last team that needs a reminder of how injuries can impact a playoff series. The ol’ “war of attrition” cliché keeps getting dusted off this time of year because it holds true. Which is why there should be at

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Published: 2 months ago

Craig Berube won’t confirm, but expects Oliver Ekman-Larsson to return for Game 1 of playoffs

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube provided a brief update on Oliver Ekman-Larsson, where it appears that the veteran defenceman could return for the playoffs. Ekman-Larsson will not play Tuesday against the Buffalo Sabres, and missed the Ma

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Published: 2 months ago

Leafs Practice Report: McCabe, Ekman-Larsson, Kampf absent from morning skate in Buffalo

With just two games left in their regular season, the Toronto Maple Leafs need one point to lock down first in the Atlantic and secure the Battle of Ontario for round one of this year’s Stanley Cup Playoffs. Set to face off against the Buffalo Sabr

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Published: 2 months ago

How Canadiens, Maple Leafs can celebrate Tuesday

The Montreal Canadiens can clinch a playoff spot while relaxing Tuesday night. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs hope to secure the Atlantic Division title just across the Peace Bridge. A busy Tuesday in the NHL sees several clinching scenarios. The

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Published: 2 months ago

Ryan Kirwan makes AHL debut, Alex Steeves records three points as Toronto Marlies scramble back to grab point against Cleveland

“We had a one-goal lead heading into the third period. We took some undisciplined penalties, especially the first one, and that gave them momentum. “We weren’t hard enough to play against in certain areas. We gave good players too much time and

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Published: 2 months ago

Insider Links Blackhawks to $65 Million Superstar in Offseason

NHL insider Rob Couch believes the Chicago Blackhawks will be interested in signing star free agent Mitch Marner in the offseason. The post Insider Links Blackhawks to $65 Million Superstar in Offseason appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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Published: 2 months ago

Maple Leafs’ Quiet Storylines That Could Define Their Postseason

As the regular season winds down, the Toronto Maple Leafs are doing something they haven’t always done this time of year: evolving. Quietly, but effectively. Related: Maple Leafs’ Biggest X-Factor…

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Published: 2 months ago

Crosby voted smartest, most complete player in NHLPA poll

Sidney Crosby is aging like fine wine, and his peers have taken notice. The Pittsburgh Penguins captain, who's put together an 89-point campaign at age 37, was voted the league's smartest and most complete player in the 2024-25 player poll, published

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Published: 2 months ago

Toronto Maple Leafs: Final lineup decisions before the NHL playoffs

All season, the Toronto Maple Leafs bottom-six has been a mess. Max Domi specifically has caused turmoil, preventing the Leafs from creating any sort of shutdown third line that we’re used to seeing. Brad Treliving even sent the Philadelphia Flyers

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Published: 2 months ago