Maple Leafs’ 2024-25 Lineup After Free Agency Additions
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager (GM) Brad Treliving wasted no time once NHL Free Agency opened on July 1st. Within hours, he had signed defensemen Chris Tanev, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, and…
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Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Tanev, Woll, Stolarz & Murray
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll look at some new players on the team’s roster this season. I’ll also take a look at some signings…
Hakanpaa Brings Size, Grit & Experience to Maple Leafs’ Blue Line
On July 1, 2024, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced the signing of defenceman Jani Hakanpaa to a two-year, $3 million contract. Known for his physicality and shot-blocking abilities, he brings…
Stolarz Adds Stability and Depth to Maple Leafs’ Goaltending
On July 1, the Toronto Maple Leafs bolstered their goaltending roster by signing Anthony Stolarz to a two-year, $5 million contract. This strategic signing aims to provide stability and depth…
7 Cool Things About Jarome Iginla: Calgary Flames Hall of Famer
Former Calgary Flames forward Jarome Iginla was both a great hockey player and a class act. Now, he’s in the Hockey Hall of Fame. Related: Meet the 2020 Hockey Hall…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Domi, Liljegren, Tanev & Robertson
I’ll look at three signings in this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors. I’ll also look at some bad news from my perspective: Nick Robertson has asked for…
The 2024 Draft Delivered What the NHL Was Looking For
The 2024 NHL Entry Draft was a remarkable event, characterized by significant player movement, surprising selections, and strategic trades that set the stage for future success. In the video below,…
Canucks’ High-Stakes Trade Deadline Gamble: A Cautionary Tale
The Vancouver Canucks recently exemplified the potential pitfalls of going all-in at the trade deadline, making a series of high-stakes moves that have now left them without significant future assets.…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Matthews, Nylander, Danford & Akhtyamov
With the NHL’s 2024 Entry Draft starting yesterday, finally, there’s some action to report on for the Toronto Maple Leafs. In this edition of Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll…
Revisiting the Wendel Clark for Mats Sundin Trade
June 28 is the anniversary of one of the most remarkable trades in Toronto Maple Leafs history. It was the trade that sent Maple Leafs captain and fan-favorite Wendel Clark…