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Craig Berube on Auston Matthews’ adjustment without his previous right-wing partner: “He might take...
After the second practice of the season, head coach Craig Berube discussed Auston Matthews' training camp, the Roy-Joshua line, and filling the hole at...
Craig Berube on evaluating Matias Maccelli’s fit on Matthews’ line: “Is he getting Matthews...
After the first practice of training camp, head coach Craig Berube discussed his opening line combinations, Matias Maccelli starting on Auston Matthews' line in...
Brad Treliving on Auston Matthews’ health & mindset ahead of the new season: “There...
On the first day of 2025 training camp, Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving joined TSN Overdrive to discuss expectations for Auston Matthews entering...
Craig Berube at the start of Leafs training camp: “Tre did a hell of...
At the start of 2025 training camp, Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube discussed the offseason changes, the short-term injury to Max Domi, his...
Brad Treliving on filling the void left by Mitch Marner: “We’ve turned the page…...
At the start of 2025 training camp, Maple Leafs General Manager Brad Treliving discussed his camp roster, the reports of possible interest in Dillon...
John Gruden after the Leafs prospects’ 4-1 win over Montreal: “[Vyacheslav Peksa] looked really...
Following the Maple Leafs' prospects' 4-1 win over the Canadiens' prospects, head coach John Gruden discussed his team's performance and the standout individual showings.
On...
John Gruden after the Leafs prospects’ 4-3 loss to Ottawa: “Ben Danford was really...
Following the Maple Leafs' prospects' 4-3 loss to the Senators' prospects, head coach John Gruden discussed his team's performance and the standout individual showings.
On...
John Gruden on Easton Cowan at prospect camp: “It’s noticeable he’s put on a...
Ahead of the 2025 prospect showcase weekend, Toronto Marlies head coach John Gruden discussed the development of Easton Cowan, Ben Danford, Jacob Quillan, Noah...
Craig Berube on goals for his second season behind the Leafs’ bench: “We can...
Ahead of the opening of training camp, head coach Craig Berube joined 100% Hockey to discuss preparation for the new season, moving on without...
Maple Leafs’ 2025 Training Camp Preview, and Mitch Marner’s parting shot – MLHS Podcast...
In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the Maple Leafs' roster picture ahead of training camp and the fallout from...
New Leafs defenseman Henry Thrun on the next steps in his game: “An aspect...
New Maple Leafs defenseman Henry Thrun (who will wear #3) discussed the trade to Toronto, the areas for improvement in his game, and his...
The Maple Leafs’ Offseason Work in Progress – MLHS Podcast EP97
In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the Maple Leafs' summer moves so far and the work still to be...
Maple Leafs offload Ryan Reaves, add defensive depth option in Henry Thrun
As we enter the dog days of the NHL offseason, the Maple Leafs announced a late-night trade on Thursday: Ryan Reaves is headed to...
Hayley Wickenheiser on Easton Cowan’s NHL readiness: “He’ll be fit and prepared enough… The...
At the start of 2025 Development Camp, Assistant GM Hayley Wickenheiser discussed Esaton Cowan's NHL readiness, Ben Danford, Victor Johansson, and Luke Haymes' development,...
Brad Treliving on whether he would’ve handled the Mitch Marner situation differently in hindsight:...
On the second day of free agency, General Manager Brad Treliving (courtesy of Real Kyper & Bourne) discussed the fallout of Mitch Marner's exit,...
Michael Pezzetta on joining his hometown Maple Leafs: “I am insanely fired up… It’s...
After joining the Maple Leafs on a two-year contract, Michael Pezzetta discussed signing with his hometown team.
It is not exactly a roster full of...
Brad Treliving on the remaining holes in the Leafs’ roster after day one of...
After the first day of free agency, General Manager Brad Treliving discussed Mitch Marner's departure, the new contracts for Steven Lorentz and Matthew Knies,...
Mitch Marner details decision to leave the Leafs, join Vegas: “In Toronto, two years...
Now a member of the Vegas Golden Knights, Mitch Marner discussed his decision-making process behind signing in Vegas and leaving Toronto.
There were reports that...
2025 NHL Free Agent Frenzy – Open Thread
We'll have all your Maple Leafs coverage ready to go when the moves are announced. In the meantime, use this thread for general free...
Nic Roy on joining the Maple Leafs: “The Panthers’ biggest challenge was the Leafs…...
After he was acquired by the Maple Leafs, centerman Nicolas Roy discussed finding out the news of the trade, his fandom of Mats Sundin...
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In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the Leafs' troubling losses to Boston and Carolina, the biggest areas of concern...
