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Ryan O’Reilly on his broken finger and injury rehab: “They said I needed surgery,...
For the first time since breaking his finger, Ryan O'Reilly met with the media to discuss his return to practice, his injury rehab, and...
Game in 10: Ilya Samsonov sharp in his return but Maple Leafs surrender late...
The Maple Leafs should've held a more commanding lead entering the final few minutes of this game.
In addition to solving Florida goaltender Alex Lyon...
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Panthers 3 vs. Leafs 2 (OT): “We’ve seen this a...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 3-2 overtime loss to the Florida Panthers which dropped the Leafs' record to 44-20-10.
On the team's...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Florida Panthers – Game #74 Preview, Projected Lines & TV...
The Maple Leafs have their second opportunity inside a week to deal another blow to Florida's playoff aspirations in Toronto's first game back on...
Sheldon Keefe on his exchange with Michael Bunting on the bench: “[It’s not fair]...
After practice on Tuesday, head coach Sheldon Keefe discussed the status of Ryan O'Reilly as he works towards a return, his exchange with Michael...
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Leafs 3 vs. Predators 2: “Four slot shots against at...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 3-2 win over the Nashville Predators which improved the Leafs' record to 44-20-9.
On the team's performance:
Really...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Nashville Predators – Game #73 Projected Lines & TV Info
The Maple Leafs are looking to bounce back from a hard-fought, tough-luck loss in Carolina in a tired situation for both clubs tonight as...
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Hurricanes 5 vs. Leafs 3: “In a lot of ways,...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 5-3 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes which dropped the Leafs' record to 43-20-9.
On the team's performance:
I...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Carolina Hurricanes – Game #72 Projected Lines & TV Info
The Maple Leafs are looking to follow up a solid team victory in Florida with a second win over Carolina in the span of...
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Leafs 6 vs. Panthers 2: “The guys did a really...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 6-2 win over the Florida Panthers which improved the Leafs' record to 43-19-9.
On the team's response...
Sheldon Keefe on the Maple Leafs’ 5-4-1 stretch: “We’ve beaten New Jersey, Carolina, Edmonton…...
After practice on Wednesday, head coach Sheldon Keefe discussed the team's disappointing result in New York, the team's recent 5-4-1 stretch, the status of...
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Islanders 7 vs. Leafs 2: “We won’t overthink this one”
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 7-2 loss to the New York Islanders which dropped the Leafs' record to 42-19-9.
On where the...
Sheldon Keefe on William Nylander’s recent play: “I don’t think he’s skating to the...
After practice on Monday, head coach Sheldon Keefe discussed Noel Acciari's status for tomorrow's game against the Islanders, Ilya Samsonov's consistent performance level this...
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Leafs 5 vs. Senators 4 (SO): “Auston felt strongly about...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 5-4 shootout win over the Ottawa Senators which improved the Leafs' record to 42-18-9.
On his feeling...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Ottawa Senators – Game #69 Preview, Projected Lines & TV...
Matt Murray will make his return to Ottawa as a member of the Maple Leafs as Toronto attempts to avenge a 6-2 loss to...
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Leafs 5 vs. Hurricanes 2: “We moved the puck really...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 5-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes which improved the Leafs' record to 41-18-9.
On the team's success...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Carolina Hurricanes – Game #68 Preview, Projected Lines & TV...
The Maple Leafs welcome the top defensive team in the league to the Scotiabank Arena as they attempt to end a two-game losing slide...
Sheldon Keefe on Luke Schenn’s excitement to be back in Toronto: “He’s felt there...
After practice on Thursday, head coach Sheldon Keefe discussed the high minute totals for Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner of late, Luke Schenn making...
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Avalanche 2 vs. Leafs 1 (SO): “The mobility of Colorado’s...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 2-1 shootout loss to the Colorado Avalanche which dropped the Leafs' record to 40-18-9.
On the low-event...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Colorado Avalanche – Game #67 Preview, Projected Lines & TV...
Looking for a response after an ugly final 40 minutes against Buffalo, the Maple Leafs will welcome the Cup champs to Scotiabank Arena (7:00...
Recent MLHS articles
Sheldon Keefe on the eve of the 2024 playoffs: “We’re equipped...
Sheldon Keefe discussed William Nylander's status after he missed Friday's practice, starting the playoffs with Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner on separate lines, and...
