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Kristen Shilton

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okay not hockey related and only my toronto people will get this but had a visiting friend lament that it *only* took 45 mins to go downtown to the airport and i was like, 'oh, traffic was good!' and he was like, 'uh, no it was awful' and outsiders just do not understand us, fam

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New @LeafReport: Should the Leafs be worried about Sergei Bobrovsky? https://t.co/zkvrQ82rxr

Joshua Kloke

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Sergei Bobrovsky was not the sole reason the Maple Leafs lost in Calgary. But after giving up at least three goals in nearly all of his starts this season, it’s clear the Leafs need more from their biggest offseason acquisition. At @TheAthleticNHL https://t.co/cCkszgvuAt

Lance Hornby 🇺🇦🇨🇦

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Marchenko hurt in streak-stopping loss to Flames:

Toronto Sun

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Maple Leafs' roll stopped by high flying Flames and hot goalie https://t.co/Nyxlm250sA

Lance Hornby 🇺🇦🇨🇦

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Where it went south for Leafs in the West last night: https://t.co/j9R2YMDKFN

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Re-Grading Bobrovsky Signing 🔠

Our marks for the blockbuster trades and free agent signings one month into the season📲

The Maple Leafs just lost one of their most important forwards

The Toronto Maple Leafs' four-game win streak sadly came to an end last night, as they suffered a 5-2 defeat to the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

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Dylan Larkin Trade Ideas 💡

Potential packages for every team on former Red Wings captain's approved list 📲

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Will Leafs Trade for a D-Man? 🤔

BS Meter on latest trade rumors 📲

NHL Editor's Picks 📰

Updated Trade Ideas for Larkin 💡

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Updated Trade Ideas for Larkin 💡

Re-Grading the Biggest Offseason Trades and Signings 🔠

Bleacher Report

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Re-Grading the Biggest Offseason Trades and Signings 🔠

BS Meter on Larkin, Konecny and Other Trade Rumors 🌡️

Bleacher Report

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BS Meter on Larkin, Konecny and Other Trade Rumors 🌡️

Trade Ideas for Teams That Missed Out on Hellebuyck

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Trade Ideas for Teams That Missed Out on Hellebuyck

Hellebuyck Trade Winners and Losers

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Hellebuyck Trade Winners and Losers

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Maple Leafs may never have a better chance to trade for Alexander Nikishin

The recent news about the Carolina Hurricanes and defenseman Alexander Nikishin agreeing on a one-year $3 million deal instantly brought a thought to my mind: T

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Auston Matthews makes history, but Maple Leafs’ winning streak ends in disaster against Flames

The Toronto Maple Leafs' four-game winning streak was snapped on Monday night with a 5-2 loss to the Calgary Flames in what was Toronto's final game at the Scot

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Game Review: A sobering night in Calgary sees Leafs’ streak snapped, Marchenko hurt

You are forgiven if you didn’t see the first-period result and overall outcome coming, given how this game in Calgary started from the Maple Leafs’ perspective. The Leafs came out buzzing, attacking in waves and opening up a 5-1 edge in shots. Jack Roslovic beat a defender one-on-one for a dangerous early look, the fourth […]

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Jim Hiller on Easton Cowan blaming himself for the loss in Calgary: "I commend him for taking responsibility, but he didn't cost us the game"

After a 5-2 loss to the Flames, head coach Jim Hiller discussed the team’s sloppy turnovers, Easton Cowan’s response after a rough first period, and the mounting injury situations after Kirill Marchenko’s exit from the game. Hiller on where the game got away from the team: I don’t know. Turned the puck over way too […]

Maple Leafs-Flames Highlights

10/26/2026

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Jim Hiller on Gavin McKenna's opportunities to play in tough defensive situations: "Maybe he's not getting as much as he might in a different situation, but it's good for him to be around these players, learn from them, and come along”

Ahead of Monday’s game in Calgary, Jim Hiller discussed the Flames’ special teams, Easton Cowan’s defensive ability, Gavin McKenna’s minutes, and the fan support the team receives in Western Canada. The Flames are feeling pretty good right now. What stands out about them and the challenge tonight? Hiller: I think their special teams have been […]

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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Calgary Flames — Game #14 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

Riding in on a four-game winning streak and coming off the high of a big win in Edmonton, can the Maple Leafs keep their foot on the gas against a 4-6-0 Flames team? (8:30 p.m. EST, Sportsnet+). Game Day Quotes Flames head coach Ryan Huska on the challenge against the Leafs: I think we have […]

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Maple Leafs’ West Coast trip could make or break their brutal upcoming stretch

The Toronto Maple Leafs, fresh off a 7-2 beatdown of the Edmonton Oilers, head into Monday night's game against the Calgary Flames on a four-game winning streak

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Auston Matthews can set a Maple Leafs record in Calgary

Auston Matthews will have an opportunity to add another franchise record to his growing list of accomplishments when the Toronto Maple Leafs visit the Calgary F

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The Leafs' speed advantage, special teams excellence, and signs of a team coming together - Maple Leafs Notebook

Dramatic wins, blowout wins, and a first career game-winner for Gavin McKenna. This was a memorable 4-0-0 week for the Maple Leafs, with plenty to talk about. Now 13 games into the new season with a 7-4-2 record, it’s at least slightly sobering to consider that the Leafs were 7-5-1 through 13 games last season. […]

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The Maple Leafs’ Fraser Minten trade looks worse by the day

Back when the Toronto Maple Leafs dealt for stay-at-home defenseman Brandon Carlo at the 2025 trade deadline, the Leafs took a gamble in hoping that Carlo could

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Brad Treliving almost made a trade that looks disastrous for the Maple Leafs now

Not everything is perfect for the Toronto Maple Leafs right now, but it could have been so much worse if former general manager Brad Treliving was able to pull

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Jim Hiller on William Nylander hitting the 300-goal milestone: "I hope he gets another 300... He's got lots left"

After Sunday’s optional skate in Calgary, Jim Hiller discussed William Nylander reaching 300 goals, the Nylander-Paul-Marchenko line, the power play’s execution, Chris Tanev’s progress toward a return, and his confidence in the goaltending. With Nylander reaching 300 goals, what do you make of the arc of his career and what he brings to this team? […]

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Luke Haymes' late goal earns a point, Toronto Marlies fall in overtime against Rockford

“We didn’t start on time. We knew they were going to be aggressive, and their defensemen would pinch hard. The first 10 minutes they took a two-goal lead, and now we’re playing catchup. We’ve got to be able to dictate the play right from the get-go and not wait for a Danford fight to get […]

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4 takeaways from Maple Leafs earning a dominant 7-2 over the Oilers

The Toronto Maple Leafs won their fourth in a row and gave the Edmonton Oilers just their second loss in regulation with a 7-2 win on Saturday night. Jack Rosl

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Auston Matthews explains why the Maple Leafs feel different this season

The Toronto Maple Leafs underwent an extensive offseason makeover to reshape their on-ice look, but the most profound transformation might actually be taking pl

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Best NHL Heritage Classic Jerseys 📋

Re-ranking best unis ahead of today's game

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Game Review: Maple Leafs put it all together in Edmonton, cap off perfect week with 7-2 rout of Oilers

Well, the Maple Leafs are now 21-5-2 against the Edmonton Oilers in the Auston Matthews era, and 12-2-1 in Edmonton specifically. This might have been their best win yet: A resounding 7-2 victory in which the Leafs came out flying, eventually took the lead in the final six minutes of the first period, and never […]

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Mike Babcock after a 7-2 loss to the Maple Leafs: "They played harder, longer, faster than we did... Better defensively. Better offensively. Just better."

Mike Babcock discussed the need for more bottom-six production, his group’s second-best competitiveness, and the Leafs’ superior performance after the Oilers’ 7-2 loss to Toronto. You play a team that gets goals from the likes of Lettieri, MacEwen, and Stecher. You aren’t getting much from anyone underneath your first line and your power play. You […]

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Jim Hiller after the Leafs' big win in Edmonton: "It’s not just Matthews, it's not just Nylander... There are other guys there to support, and it’s a pretty good feeling right now"

After a 7-2 win over the Edmonton Oilers, head coach Jim Hiller discussed the team’s strong defensive effort, Anthony Stolarz’s big night, and the scoring depth roaring to life of late. Hiller on the team’s effort without the puck: We had some really good saves. We had some really good shot blocks. They had their […]

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Maple Leafs looked Connor McDavid and the Oilers in the eye and laughed

The Toronto Maple Leafs started their road trip with the loudest bang possible. While facing the Western Conference's top team in the Edmonton Oilers, they earn

Maple Leafs-Oilers Highlights

10/24/2026

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Jim Hiller on Auston Matthews' progression since he first coached him in Toronto: "Now you're seeing an outstanding two-way player who's still a great offensive threat"

Ahead of Saturday’s game in Edmonton, head coach Jim Hiller discussed the challenge of containing Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, Nick Paul’s impact, Auston Matthews’ evolution into an elite two-way player, and his confidence in Anthony Stolarz in net. Any lineup changes tonight? Hiller: [Mermis] is going to play tonight. Stolarz will start. Was that […]

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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Edmonton Oilers – Game #13 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

It’s Leafs vs. Oilers on Saturday Night Hockey, with both teams entering the game on three-game winning streaks (7:00 p.m. EST, Sportsnet). Five of the top eight point scorers in the league will feature in this matchup tonight: Doesn’t get much better than this for game #13 of the regular season. McDavid is on a […]

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3 defensemen the Maple Leafs should trade Easton Cowan for

It's no secret that the Toronto Maple Leafs' biggest need is on the blue line. While their forwards are elite and all four lines are scoring, and their goaltend

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Gavin McKenna can’t believe what Connor McDavid is doing

Some first-overall draft picks are built differently than others, which doesn't really make it fair for those who come after them. Every player selected in that

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Maple Leafs should try to steal another forward from the Blue Jackets

The Toronto Maple Leafs have already cashed in with the Columbus Blue Jackets when they traded Matthew Knies, who headlined the blockbuster deal, in a package f

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Troy Stecher may be the Maple Leafs' best waiver pickup in the last decade

The Toronto Maple Leafs are riding a three-game winning streak after beating the New York Rangers 5-4, thanks to a buzzer beater goal from Troy Stecher. It was

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Maple Leafs dodged a costly mistake with Connor Hellebuyck

The news of the Connor Hellebuyck trade has certainly shaken up the NHL. And for all of the hubbub it’s caused, there’s one thing clear: Maple Leafs fans should

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"The Leafs' two best wingers aren’t even playing with Matthews right now, and it’s not even a concern" -- Anthony Petrielli discusses the Leafs' offense on SN590

MLHS’ Anthony Petrielli joined Sportsnet 590 to discuss the Maple Leafs’ three-game winning streak, the ripple effects of Easton Cowan’s emergence and Jack Roslovic’s strong start, Nick Paul’s fit at second-line center, Gavin McKenna’s linemates, and the concerns on defense and in goal ahead of the matchup with Edmonton. Petrielli on Jack Roslovic and Easton […]

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Maple Leafs can solve a major problem with one waiver claim

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been hit by a recent injury double-whammy. Following Thursday night’s thrilling overtime win, the club officially lost Marshall Rif

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Jim Hiller on facing off against Mike Babcock in Edmonton: "It’s nice to have him back"

After Friday’s practice, Jim Hiller discussed the upcoming matchup against Edmonton, facing Mike Babcock and D.J. Smith, Darren Raddysh’s contributions, the options on the blue line with Nick Blankenburg and Marshall Rifai’s injuries, and getting more offensive-zone time out of the McKenna-Sissons-Lettieri line. What do you make of what Connor McDavid is doing, with 31 […]

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Mike Babcock on facing the Leafs organization that fired him in 2019: "It’s about 100 years ago, right? Even the Beatles broke up, so you get on with it"

Edmonton Oilers head coach Mike Babcock discussed facing his former Maple Leafs players, his relationship with Leafs head coach Jim Hiller, his perspective on his time in Toronto and return to coaching, Edmonton’s injury situation, and the Oilers’ progress through their first 10 games. Babcock on facing the team that fired him back in 2019: […]

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Hellebuyck Trade Takeaways 📊

Goalie blockbuster deal shakes up NHL. Winners and losers here 📲

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Connor Hellebuyck trade has major implications for the Maple Leafs

The New Jersey Devils made the largest noise they could on Friday by acquiring future Hall-of-Fame goaltender Connor Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets in a bloc

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Hellebuyck Trade Grades 🔠

Report cards for Devils and Jets after blockbuster 📲

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Maple Leafs make 2 call-ups as injuries continue to pile up

The Toronto Maple Leafs blue line continues to be ravaged by injuries and have made their most recent transaction in response, calling up two players to replace

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4 takeaways from Maple Leafs' buzzer-beating 5-4 win over Rangers

The Toronto Maple Leafs have won three in a row for the first time this season after defeating the New York Rangers 5-4 at Scotiabank Arena on Thursday night.

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The Maple Leafs’ penalty kill may be too good to be true

The biggest story for the Toronto Maple Leafs this season has been their special teams. The power play has shown a drastic improvement over last season, clockin

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Teams Whose Offseason Pickups Are Paying off Early

Rangers and Leafs among the big winners so far 📲

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Game Review: Maple Leafs' depth scoring delivers in dramatic 5-4 win over Rangers

The Maple Leafs scored five in this regulation win over the Rangers, four at even strength and one on the power play, without a goal from Auston Matthews or William Nylander. Offensively, this looks like a team that’s not just talented — which was apparent from jump — but is now starting to smooth out […]

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Jim Hiller on the Leafs' third straight victory vs. NYR: "That’s probably our best game of the year through 60 minutes"

After a 5-4 win over the Rangers, head coach Jim Hiller discussed the fourth line’s big night, Troy Stecher’s game-winning goal, and Nick Paul’s crucial effort to keep the play alive late in the game. Hiller on the team’s performance over 60 minutes: I really liked our game. That’s probably our best game of the […]

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The most unlikely Maple Leaf just scored their biggest goal of the season

The Toronto Maple Leafs just won one of the most dramatic games of the 2026-27 season so far. A game that had more back and forth than something at Wimbledon, t

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Maple Leafs reportedly refuse to consider trading Easton Cowan

The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly not interested in trading Easton Cowan after a strong start to the season. According to Elliotte Friedman on 32 Thoughts:

Rangers-Maple Leafs Highlights

10/22/2026

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3 bright spots from the Maple Leafs’ struggling defence

The volatile start to the 2026/27 NHL season for the Toronto Maple Leafs has been anything but dull. Eleven games in, the Leafs sit at 5-4-2, a record that one

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Can the Maple Leafs trust Gavin McKenna late in games?

While much of the attention in Tuesday's 6-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets went to the Toronto Maple Leafs' dominant performance, many pointed out that

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Jim Hiller on Easton Cowan's reliability this season: "There have been a couple of little dips, but let’s be honest -- he’s been very, very consistent"

Ahead of Thursday’s game against the Rangers, head coach Jim Hiller discussed Jake McCabe avoiding a serious eye injury, Marshall Rifai’s status, Auston Matthews and William Nylander’s growth over their careers, and Easton Cowan’s consistency. You caught a break with Jake McCabe. Can you run us through what happened? Hiller: He really got himself a […]

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Ranking Larkin Trade Fits 🧩

Best landing spots from former Red Wings captain's 10-team list 📲

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The Maple Leafs’ biggest playoff weapon is hiding in plain sight

When it comes to the Toronto Maple Leafs, there is always something that the media and fanbase fixate on, no matter whether things are going well or poorly. Whe

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NHL insider explains what Maple Leafs must do to keep Auston Matthews

People can take shots at Auston Matthews for his playoff shortcomings since joining the Toronto Maple Leafs, but just because things haven't gone his way doesn'

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Jack Roslovic is proving the Maple Leafs were right to take a chance on him

Skepticism surrounded Jack Roslovic's signing with the Toronto Maple Leafs as stories emerged about his NTDP connection to Auston Matthews. People wondered whet

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Way-Too-Early NHL Draft Predictions 🔮

Will Landon DuPont go No. 1? Which position will dominate the draft? 📲

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The genius behind the Maple Leafs' most underrated bottom-six addition

Eyebrows were raised across the hockey world on July 1 when Toronto Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka handed a two-year, $8.5 million contract to veteran

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Jim Hiller continues to be blown away by one Maple Leafs player

Easton Cowan's sophomore breakout continued in the Toronto Maple Leafs' recent win against the Columbus Blue Jackets. While the game marked the highly anticipat

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Another sign the Maple Leafs clearly won the Kirill Marchenko trade

Heading into the season, the Toronto Maple Leafs made a major move, sending 23-year-old top-six forward Matthew Knies to Columbus for Kirill Marchenko, a player

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This Islanders defenceman could be the perfect short-term fix for the Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs could look to add yet another fresh face to their completely renovated lineup that was built by John Chayka this summer, although it cou

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NHL Teams Tease New Unis 👀

Each squad posts cryptic puzzle for 'Hometown Remix' jerseys 📸

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Maple Leafs avoid worst-case scenario with latest injury update

The Toronto Maple Leafs appeared to have dodged a bullet the size of a bunker buster. It appears that defenseman Jake McCabe will be just fine, following the ho

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4 takeaways from Maple Leafs' convincing 6-2 win over Blue Jackets

The Toronto Maple Leafs have won two games in a row for the first time this season after a 6-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena on Tue

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Vinni Borgesi scores first AHL goal, Toronto Marlies struggle to generate enough offense in home loss to Belleville

“It was a low-event game. I felt like we weren’t on our game for the first eight minutes. We allowed them to tiptoe their way in. We missed the net a lot, so that’s one area we are going to look at.” – Steve Sullivan You wouldn’t have guessed the Belleville Senators were the team […]

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Updated NHL Predictions 🔮

Our takes on Tkachuk's return to Ottawa and Hellebuyck and Larkin trade rumors 📲

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New NHL Power Rankings 📊

⚔️ Vegas flying high 📉 Sharks slowing down 📲 Stacking up all 32 teams

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Game Review: Maple Leafs' rush offense roars to life, Easton Cowan shines, Morgan Rielly turns back the clock in blowout win over Columbus

Given the Maple Leafs’ speed, skill, and finishing ability up front — and generally how dangerous they’ve looked offensively early in the season — this was a stat that made absolutely no sense through 10 games: Early trend with the Maple Leafs…Excellent goal differential with play established in the offensive zone. Rush game, not so […]

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Jim Hiller after Easton Cowan's three-point night in Columbus: "He's exceeded my expectations, and I had high expectations for him... But he told me this is what he was going to do"

After a 6-2 win in Columbus, head coach Jim Hiller discussed Easton Cowan’s breakout season so far, Jake McCabe’s injury, Marshall Rifai stepping in on the blue line, and strong nights from Kirill Marchenko and Morgan Rielly. Hiller on a good team win: Oh, it was top to bottom. That is what I thought. Some […]

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Jake McCabe forced to leave Maple Leafs game after freak injury

The Toronto Maple Leafs are enjoying a very positive game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. As Kirill Marchenko returned back to the place where he wanted to e

Maple Leafs-Blue Jackets Highlights

10/20/2026

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Jim Hiller on Easton Cowan's continued growth in the NHL: "He’s taken a massive step... He has a high ceiling"

Ahead of the game in Columbus, head coach Jim Hiller discussed the emotions surrounding Kirill Marchenko and Matthew Knies facing their former teams, Marchenko’s recent play, Easton Cowan’s development, and Marshall Rifai entering the lineup. How much extra emotion do you expect in the first game since the trade involving Marchenko and Knies? Hiller: There’ll […]

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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Columbus Blue Jackets – Game #11 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

A small fortune is on the board in both dressing rooms for the Marchenko vs. Knies Bowl tonight in Columbus (7:00 p.m. EST, Sportsnet). Game Day Quotes Jim Hiller on the emotions surrounding Marchenko and Knies facing their former teams: There’ll be some. You can’t get around it. We’ve just got to try to manage […]

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Matthew Knies reflects on his trade from the Maple Leafs: "I wish I could’ve experienced my time there a little bit longer"

Three weeks after the trade to Columbus, Matthew Knies discussed the shock of his trade from Toronto, settling into life in Columbus, and facing Auston Matthews and his former Maple Leafs teammates for the first time. The smile says a lot. Have you had this day circled? What are your feelings on the morning of […]

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Matthew Knies has a plan for chirping his former Maple Leafs teammates

The Toronto Maple Leafs are visiting the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night and while it was once a completely normal hockey game, it is now steeped in narr

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Maple Leafs play their best game of the year — that nobody watched

The Toronto Maple Leafs played their best game of the season defeating the San Jose Sharks 3-1, in a game that nobody watched. "Nobody" is a broad term because

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4 defensemen that could solve the Maple Leafs' biggest problem

Five shifts. That’s all Chris Tanev managed in Denver on October 10 before heading down the tunnel, and he didn’t skate again after the 11:08 mark of the first

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3 takeaways from Maple Leafs' complete 3-1 win over Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs snapped their three-game skid with a 3-1 win over the San Jose Sharks at Scotiabank Arena on Monday night. Auston Matthews and Gavin Mc

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Teams Regretting Their Offseason Moves 🤦‍♂️

Which clubs wish they had a do-over from the Summer? 📲

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Trade Ideas for Travis Konecny 💡

Our proposals for deals involving the Flyers winger 📲

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Game Review: Special teams and Bobrovsky shine as Maple Leafs snap three-game losing streak vs. SJ

Quietly, the San Jose Sharks were 4-0-0 against the Maple Leafs in the Macklin Celebrini era despite missing the playoffs in both seasons. Inside those games, Matthews and Celebrini went head-to-head three times (Matthews missed one of the games due to injury), and Celebrini decidedly won those minutes in the run of play. Tonight, it […]

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Jim Hiller on snapping the losing streak vs. San Jose: "We had to be gutsy to win that game... Good win for our team"

After a 3-1 win over San Jose, Jim Hiller discussed Auston Matthews’ response to an early mistake, Gavin McKenna delivering in a big moment, Easton Cowan’s matchup assignment, and another strong night for the penalty kill. Hiller on the biggest key to pulling out the win: I thought we stuck with it. We had some […]

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3 things the Maple Leafs should start, stop, and continue doing to find success

The Toronto Maple Leafs entered the 2026-27 NHL season with a plethora of questions surrounding the team. Could veteran netminder Sergei Bobrovsky bounce back f

Sharks-Maple Leafs Highlights

10/19/2026

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Maple Leafs reveal unexpected plan for their goaltending rotation

The Toronto Maple Leafs need all the help they can get in between the pipes as both Sergei Bobrovsky and Anthony Stolarz are off to not very good start this sea

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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. San Jose Sharks – Game #10 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

The Maple Leafs need to snap their three-game losing streak before falling further behind the eight ball in the Atlantic, as Gavin McKenna and the Maple Leafs face fellow top-two pick Ivar Stenberg and the San Jose Sharks tonight (7:30 p.m. EST, Sportsnet+). Game Day Quotes Vinni Lettieri on getting called up to the Leafs: It’s […]

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Maple Leafs' latest call-ups get big opportunity against Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs take on the San Jose Sharks for the first time this season tonight, with the game airing on Sportsnet's new Monday Night Hockey, only on

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Jim Hiller on the Leafs' fourth line: "We’ve got to take our cue from them a little bit... They played a little bit greasier (vs. NYI), and that’s what we need to do"

Ahead of Monday’s game against the Sharks, Jim Hiller discussed Artur Akhtyamov’s call-up, Vinni Lettieri’s opportunity, William Nylander’s status, Gavin McKenna’s confidence, and the need to build on the fourth line’s recent performance. What do you like about Vinni Lettieri, and what are you hoping he can bring tonight? Hiller: I think we talked about […]

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Should the Leafs trade Easton Cowan for an impact defenseman?

If you have watched the Toronto Maple Leafs at all this season, it is quite evident that they are in need of an elite defenseman to lighten the load of what is

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Maple Leafs call up top goalie prospect amid Anthony Stolarz trade speculation

The Toronto Maple Leafs made a couple of intriguing roster moves. First, the club called up Vinni Lettieri as depth following the placement of John Tavares on i

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Gavin McKenna's first matchup with Ivar Stenberg could be the start of a rivalry

The Toronto Maple Leafs and San Jose Sharks face off for the first time this season tonight, which means Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg will also meet for the

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The Atlantic isn’t waiting, and the Leafs are still searching for their game — Maple Leafs Notebook

Nine games into the season, with six of them played at home, a 3–4–2 record with only two regulation wins is not exactly the start the Maple Leafs envisioned. That makes the Leafs the only team below .500 in the Atlantic Division. That’s what happens when you play three home games against divisional rivals and […]

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Do the Maple Leafs have an internal John Tavares replacement ready?

Coming off what was arguably their worst loss of the season, the Toronto Maple Leafs were left looking for answers after being buried by the New York Islanders

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John Tavares' injury could change everything for the Maple Leafs

This past Thursday, Toronto Maple Leafs centre John Tavares had to leave the game against the Buffalo Sabres following a scary collision with Sabres center Josh

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Maple Leafs recall Vinni Lettieri in search of more depth scoring

Now on the Maple Leafs’ official roster, veteran winger Vinni Lettieri has earned an opportunity with the big club after a majorly clutch Calder Cup run and a red-hot start with the Marlies this season. With John Tavares sidelined week-to-week, the Maple Leafs have an opening in their top nine and a need to inject […]

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Miroslav Holinka scores first AHL goal as Toronto Marlies extend winning streak to four in Belleville

The Toronto Marlies continue to find ways to win amid a great start to their regular season. In Belleville on Saturday, the momentum swung multiple times as the two teams combined for nine goals. The Marlies bounced back from a terrible start and dominated most of the five-on-five action en route to a 5-4 overtime […]

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Maple Leafs’ decade-long problem proves Jim Hiller isn't the only one to blame

An all-too-familiar trend is emerging in Jim Hiller's first season as head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs. When things get tough for the Leafs, the core takes

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2 big takeaways from Maple Leafs' discouraging 4-1 loss to Islanders

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost 4-1 to the New York Islanders at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto on Saturday night. Colton Sissons was the lone goal scorer for the hom

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Game Review: Maple Leafs' offense hits a wall against stingy Islanders

The Maple Leafs’ offense hit the skids in a low-event game against the Islanders, who were down to 10 forwards after the first period. At five-on-five, the Maple Leafs generated just six high-danger chances (by Natural Stat Trick’s count) before garbage time late on, and none came from the top line in 11 minutes of […]

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Jim Hiller on the Leafs' loss to an Isles team down to 10 forwards: "They could have their full lineup in there, and our lack of fortitude to get to the inside makes it disappointing in any case"

After a 4-1 loss to the Islanders, head coach Jim Hiller discussed his team’s slow night offensively, the team’s spirit after a third consecutive loss, Gavin McKenna’s performance, and the latest on Chris Tanev’s status. Hiller on the Leafs’ inability to generate enough offensively: They played a good game. It didn’t surprise us at all. […]

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Elliotte Friedman drops major update on Maple Leafs' defenseman search

The NHL's most active team may be back at it. According to reports from NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, the Toronto Maple Leafs are in the market for some help o

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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. New York Islanders – Game #9 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

Now without John Tavares (week-to-week) and Chris Tanev, and after an ugly blown lead against Buffalo, the Maple Leafs could really use a win to calm the waters against the stingy Islanders on Saturday Night Hockey (7:00 p.m. EST, Sportsnet). Game Day Quotes Gavin McKenna on joining the top power-play unit in Tavares’ absence: Obviously, […]

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John Tavares' injury news opens up massive opportunity for Maple Leafs center

Saturday’s announcement by the Toronto Maple Leafs, declaring that John Tavares would be out week-to-week, opens the door for a newcomer to potentially get some

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Maple Leafs reveal makeshift lineup without John Tavares

The Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing to take on the New York Islanders at home; however, they will be doing it without a familiar face. The organization announ

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Maple Leafs get even more concerning John Tavares injury news

The Toronto Maple Leafs have announced that John Tavares is out "week-to-week" with a lower-body injury after a collision with Josh Norris on Thursday night. Ac

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Jim Hiller on his trust level in Gavin McKenna's defensive play: "I would look at his ice time up until the last game, and I would use that as a bit of an indicator... He's played quite a bit"

Ahead of Saturday’s game against the Islanders, Jim Hiller discussed his conversation with Gavin McKenna after the Buffalo game, John Tavares’ injury, Easton Cowan’s growing responsibilities, and the need to play more aggressively when protecting a lead. What was your conversation with Gavin McKenna like? What was your message coming off the other day? Hiller: […]

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Gavin McKenna on Jim Hiller benching him against the Sabres: "He said it had nothing to do with my play, which is obviously nice to know... I trust him"

Ahead of Saturday’s game against the Islanders, Gavin McKenna discussed sitting for the second half of the Buffalo game, his conversation with Jim Hiller, the support from his teammates, and stepping onto the top power-play unit in John Tavares’ absence. What was your takeaway from how things went the other night and not playing the […]

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The Rangers are reportedly interested in this Maple Leafs goalie

The Toronto Maple Leafs have an interesting goalie situation on their hands. According to reports from Darren Dreger, the New York Rangers are "kicking tires" o

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The dangerous psychological cost of Jim Hiller benching Gavin McKenna

The Toronto Maple Leafs looked primed for a celebratory start to their three-game homestand, seemingly cruising toward a feel-good victory over the Buffalo Sabr

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The Maple Leafs' choice to bench Gavin McKenna makes even less sense 24 hours later

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the Buffalo Sabres in overtime by a 5-4 final score on Thursday. With this loss, the Maple Leafs have extended their losing stre

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Kirill Marchenko's breakout game was wasted by the Maple Leafs in horrific fashion

The Toronto Maple Leafs experienced a crushing defeat on all fronts Thursday night, losing 5-4 to their division rival, the Buffalo Sabres, after leading 4-2 he

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3 defensemen the Maple Leafs should target to stop the bleeding

With Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev out with an upper-body injury and listed as week-to-week, there are many reports that the Leafs are looking to s

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3 reasons why the Maple Leafs were smart to trade for Aatu Raty

The Toronto Maple Leafs recently made headlines in the trade universe once again, this time acquiring Aatu Raty from the Vancouver Canucks. The deal saw forward

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How the Maple Leafs' new lineup looked in their first game

With the Toronto Maple Leafs struggling defensively throughout their lineup, and the team failing to provide adequate support against the rush against the Utah

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3 takeaways from Maple Leafs' brutal collapse in 5-4 OT loss to Sabres

The Toronto Maple Leafs blew a two-goal third-period lead and eventually lost 5-4 in overtime to the Buffalo Sabres at Scotiabank Arena on Thursday night. Aust

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Game Review: Maple Leafs sit back, throw away Marchenko’s hat-trick night in the third period vs. Buffalo

As bizarre as it seems to write about a 21-year-old second-year player, most of the rest of the team needs to watch the tape of Easton Cowan in the first half of the third period. Cowan was one of the few Leafs still actively trying to play the game rather than standing around and hoping […]

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Jim Hiller explains why he benched Gavin McKenna in brutal Leafs loss

The Toronto Maple Leafs collapsed to a brutal 5-4 overtime loss to the Buffalo Sabres after holding a 4-2 lead into the third period. But beyond the loss of two

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Jim Hiller on benching Gavin McKenna in the Leafs' OT loss to Buffalo: "We talked about getting him out in the third, and then I guess it just didn’t happen... That’s on me"

After a 5-4 overtime loss to the Buffalo Sabres, head caoch Jim Hiller discussed his team’s struggles under the Sabres’ late push, Gavin McKenna sitting for the second half of the game, Kirill Marchenko’s scoring breakout, and his familiarity with newly acquired Aatu Räty. Hiller on the game getting away from the Leafs after leading […]

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John Tavares leaves game after scary crash that leave Leafs fans worried

The Toronto Maple Leafs were coasting along to potentially a solid win over a divisional rival when disaster struck. Center John Tavares had a horrific collisio

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Maple Leafs getting Aatu Raty could be the perfect under-the-radar trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs made an under-the-radar move by acquiring center Aatu Raty from the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday. The move itself shouldn’t register on

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Maple Leafs acquire former top prospect from the Canucks

The Toronto Maple Leafs have announced that they have acquired former second-round pick Aatu Raty from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for Jacon Qullian and B

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Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs acquire Aatu Raty in exchange for Jacob Quillan, Brandon Buhr

The Maple Leafs completed a trade on Tuesday evening, sending Jacob Quillan and Brandon Buhr to the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for Aatu Räty. Just a day earlier, Räty cleared waivers. Trading for him accomplishes two things, and the first isn’t the contract spot exchange. By acquiring a player who has already passed through waivers, […]

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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Buffalo Sabres – Game #8 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

It’s the first game back after a week on the road, but the Maple Leafs should be plenty motivated to avoid a 0-3 start against the Atlantic Division when they host the Rasmus Dahlin-less Buffalo Sabres (7:00 p.m. EST, TSN4). Game Day Quotes Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff on what stands out about the Maple […]

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Elliotte Friedman reveals Maple Leafs’ plans after Chris Tanev injury

There has been plenty of talk regarding the Toronto Maple Leafs’ plans amid the mess that has become the Chris Tanev injury. But according to insider Elliotte F

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Sergei Bobrovsky's underlying numbers make him the clear choice in net vs. Sabres

Much of the early attention on the Toronto Maple Leafs' backend has centered on goaltending with one netminder being steady out of the gates, while the other ha

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Brendan Shanahan has made his way back to professional hockey

Former Toronto Maple Leafs President Brendan Shanahan is back in hockey. Shanahan is now joining Kilmer Sports Ventures' as a strategic advisor on the Professio

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Jim Hiller on the concern about the Leafs' blue line after the road trip: "I thought we hung our defensemen out to dry a little bit as a group of forwards"

Ahead of Thursday night’s game against the Sabres, Jim Hiller discussed his lineup options, Auston Matthews and William Nylander’s chemistry, Kirill Marchenko finding his game, and the forwards providing more support for the defense in Chris Tanev’s absence. It wasn’t a long skate this morning. What were you looking to get out of it coming […]

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Maple Leafs’ latest comeback could be hiding their biggest problem

The Toronto Maple Leafs saved face in Utah despite the loss, but the pushback does not hide the team's biggest issue.

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