Craig Berube Could Be Maple Leafs’ Missing Piece
In today’s post, Kristen Shilton, ESPN NHL reporter, argued that next season would be pivotal for the Toronto Maple Leafs. While she covered several key points, one small but intriguing…
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Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Salary Cap, Markstrom & Verhaeghe
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll start with some positive updates regarding the Maple Leafs and the recent salary cap increase. Next, I’ll dive into…
Maple Leafs’ Optimal 2024-25 Lineup Amid Cap Constraints
On June 8, the Commissioner of the NHL, Gary Bettman, announced the salary cap for the 2024-25 season will be $300,000 higher than the original forecast. While it is just a…
Maple Leafs’ Optimal 2024-25 Lineup Amid Cap Constraints
On June 8, the Commissioner of the NHL, Gary Bettman, announced the salary cap for the 2024-25 season will be $300,000 higher than the original forecast. While it is just a…
3 Toughest Maple Leafs Since 1990
In NHL terms, a “tough guy” normally refers to a player whose primary role on the team is to engage in physical play, often involving fighting, with opposing players. There…
Maple Leafs Should Not Expect Much From Prospect Pool in 2024
As the 2024-2025 season approaches, one of the big questions for the Toronto Maple Leafs is what will happen to some of their top prospects. Will they step into significant…
Maple Leafs Should Not Expect Much From Prospect Pool in 2024
As the 2024-2025 season approaches, one of the big questions for the Toronto Maple Leafs is what will happen to some of their top prospects. Will they step into significant…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Rielly, Emery, Robertson & Benoit
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll share a bit of a hodge podge of news emerging from the team’s different feeds. First, I’ll look at…
Marner’s Legacy Decision: Maple Leafs Hero or High-Earner Elsewhere?
After their postseason ended, and the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ Mitch Marner had cleaned out his locker, he was asked in an exit interview about his desire to stay in Toronto.…
From Last to First: Can Oilers Turn Season Around?
As the Edmonton Oilers gear up for the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers, beginning on Saturday, all eyes are on Connor McDavid. This series represents more than just…