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Grand Ole Draisaitl: Oilers star steals show in Nashville again

No player has dominated another NHL team in recent history the way Draisaitl has dismantled the Preds. Not Connor McDavid versus the Calgary Flames, Auston Matthews over Montreal or David Pastrnak against the Philadelphia Flyers.

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Published: 11 months ago

Canadiens’ Kirby Dach out for season with torn ACL, MCL: What it means for Montreal

Montreal Canadiens center Kirby Dach will miss the remainder of the season with a torn ACL and MCL in his knee, the team announced Tuesday. Here’s what you need to know: Dach was injured during the first period of the Canadiens’ 3-2 win over the

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Published: 11 months ago

Are You Buyin’ It? Maple Leafs’ defensive problems and Pettersson’s $10-million contract

On this edition of Are You Buyin’ It, the Hockey Central panel discusses the Maple Leafs’ defensive problem, if Elias Pettersson will get north of a $10-million extension, if Brady Tkachuk will score more than Matthew, and more.

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Published: 11 months ago

Are the Maple Leafs strong enough defensively to contend for the Stanley Cup?

Kyper and Bourne discuss the strength of the Toronto Maple Leafs defensive core, how their pairings stack up against other top teams in the league, and debate whether they’re strong enough to contend for a Stanley Cup or do changes need to be made.

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Published: 11 months ago

3 Key Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 4-1 Loss to the Blackhawks

The post 3 Key Takeaways from Maple Leafs’ 4-1 Loss to the Blackhawks appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Last night, the Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the Chicago Blackhawks by a score of 4-1. What were the key takeaways of the game? The post 3 Key Ta

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Published: 11 months ago

"Just f***ing cheer!": Biznasty rips into quiet Leafs crowd

With some of the most expensive tickets in the NHL, it’s no secret that the Toronto Maple Leafs have a bit of a problem with getting enthusiasm from their spectators, especially in the lower bowl. While many have critiqued the lack of energy withi

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Published: 11 months ago

Leafs star Auston Matthews is on a ridiculous shots on goal pace this year

Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews is quietly chasing an NHL record. During Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Wild, Matthews became just the fifth NHL player in history to open the season with hat tricks in back-to-back games. Matthews

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Published: 11 months ago

How Long Can the Maple Leafs Hide Their Real Problem?

The post How Long Can the Maple Leafs Hide Their Real Problem? appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. The Toronto Maple Leafs were able to hide certain issues in games one and two, but the real problem showed up in game three. The post How Long Can the M

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Published: 11 months ago

Scout’s Analysis: How Fraser Minten earned a spot with the Maple Leafs

When Leafs training camp opened, not many expected 2022 second-round pick Fraser Minten to crack the opening night roster. Now that he has, scout Jason Bukala explains how Minten got here, and how he’s looked so far.

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Published: 11 months ago

By the Numbers: The Maple Leafs defence could be better

I’m sorry for the bold statement in the title. And I’m sure you absolutely need numbers to tell you that. This post isn’t attempting to fight with your eyes and I think in all likelihood it is probably confirming what you’ve seen more than an

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Published: 11 months ago

The Leafs have become the king of the trap game: Leafs Morning Take

Well, they weren’t going to go 82-0, right? Simply put, the Leafs just stink against back-up goalies —regardless of who’s on the roster on a yearly basis. Arvid Soderblom (who?) notched 34 saves to lead the visiting Chicago Blackhawks to a 4-1

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Published: 11 months ago

Toronto Maple Leafs: It Is Completely Unacceptable to Lose to the Blackhawks

The Toronto Maple Leafs were lucky to escape games against the Montreal Canadiens and Minnesota Wild with victories. There was no such luck last night when the Toronto Maple Leafs hosted the Chicago Blackhawks., The early season has been marked by a

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Published: 11 months ago