Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Pacioretty, Webber, Lorentz, Rifai & Murray
As the 2024-25 NHL season gets underway, the Toronto Maple Leafs have been working to finalize their roster and make last-minute moves to prepare for what promises to be a…
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Devils’ News & Rumors: Team Roster, Keefe & 1st Game Maple Leafs Test
In this edition of New Jersey Devils News & Rumors, I’ll outline three early-season matters surrounding the team. First, I’ll break down the finalized 23-man roster and what it means…
Can Tanev Unlock Rielly’s Best for the Maple Leafs?
In my early days as a Toronto Maple Leafs writer, I admired Morgan Rielly’s partnership with veteran defenceman Ron Hainsey. Despite his slower speed, Hainsey was praised by former head…
Maple Leafs’ Roster: Surprises & Key Battles Ahead of the 2024-25 Season
The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering a pivotal stretch as they finalize their roster for the upcoming season. In the next few days, expect significant movement within the organization. Key…
Matthews in Elite Club of 300 Goals in 500 (or Fewer) Games
On Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023 in a thrilling 6-5 shootout win, the Toronto Maple Leafs came back to beat the Montreal Canadiens. Trailing 5-3 with under five minutes remaining in…
Sabres News & Rumors: Aube-Kubel, Benson, Peterka, Levi & Waivers
The Buffalo Sabres began their European journey with high expectations for the 2024-25 NHL season, but they are returning home with their tails between their legs. After two tough losses…
Maple Leafs Working to Tip the Balance of Expectations & Challenges
Yin and Yang is a concept rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy. It represents the balance of opposing but complementary forces in the universe. Yin symbolizes darkness, passivity, and challenges, while…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Pacioretty, Matthews, Marner, Lotentz & Berube
As the Toronto Maple Leafs wrap up their preseason, crucial decisions must be made before finalizing the roster and complying with salary cap requirements. However, with the regular season on…
Maple Leafs’ Optimism Comes From Depth, Defense & Determination
With the preseason officially over, the Toronto Maple Leafs have shown promising signs that should have fans excited for what lies ahead. While preseason results aren’t always a reliable indicator…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: The Atlantic, Stolarz, Robertson & Klingberg
The Atlantic Division is shaping up to be one of the toughest in the NHL. Having made the playoffs for eight straight seasons, the Toronto Maple Leafs are again expected…