Leafs Notebook

Since 2011, Anthony Petrielli has been providing his weekly long-form breakdown of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ games and the big storylines surrounding the team.

Nick Robertson, Maple Leafs vs. Kings

Leafs Notebook: Lineup experimentation, Nick Robertson’s frustration, and special teams adjustments

It was a week light on games for the Maple Leafs, but injuries and illnesses are keeping the lineup in constant flux heading into...
David Kampf, Toronto Maple Leafs

Leafs Notebook: David Kampf’s fit, Pontus Holmberg’s future, playoff toughness, sorting out the defense...

Since the NHL All-Star break, the Toronto Maple Leafs are tied with the Dallas Stars for seventh in the league with a .674 points...
Sheldon Keefe, Maple Leafs bench

Why did the Maple Leafs’ power play fall off a cliff in March? A...

In February, the Maple Leafs posted the best power-play percentage in the NHL, tying a league record with a 50% success rate. In March,...

Leafs Notebook: The recent adjustments on the PK, Pontus Holmberg at center, Ilya Samsonov’s...

A big week for the Maple Leafs starts with a much-anticipated matchup against the Florida Panthers. Earlier today, I examined the issues plaguing the Leafs'...
Simon Benoit, Maple Leafs vs. Islanders

Leafs Notebook: The looming playoff lineup decisions on defense

The Maple Leafs have officially clinched a playoff spot and are getting healthy at the right time. Another busy week lies ahead with four...
Sheldon Keefe, Maple Leafs bench

We’re about to find out how committed Sheldon Keefe is to his three-line attack

The final week of the regular season is finally here, and the Maple Leafs have locked themselves into third in the Atlantic Division. We know...
Maple Leafs vs. Panthers

Leafs Notebook: Mitch Marner’s usage since his return, PK & PP adjustments ahead of...

Nothing is better than longer spring days with Maple Leafs playoff hockey in the air. In this week's notebook, as we enter the final few...
John Tavares, Danton Heinen, Maple Leafs vs. Bruins

Leafs Notebook: Series comeback hinges on Toronto’s offensive strengths coming through

After three playoff games, the Maple Leafs are down 2-1 in the series and face some lineup uncertainty around one of their best players,...

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