Anthony Petrielli
Anthony Petrielli has been writing at MLHS since 2011. He is known for his weekly “Leafs Notebook” feature, and also writes specific analysis pieces. Anthony has been featured on GlobalTV, CBC Radio 1, Sportsnet590 and TSN 1200. You can contact him at petrielli.a@gmail.com or find him on Twitter at @APetrielli.
Maple Leafs’ Bottom Six Forwards
A mess, but an opportunity for improvement
When a team bottoms out the way the Maple Leafs did, naturally there is going to be a...
Maple Leafs’ Free Agents: Who stays and who goes?
We looked at options with the Maple Leafs under contract last week. Today, let's take a look at the UFAs and RFAs.
UFAs
Dave Bolland
Quick Thoughts:
Had...
Toronto Maple Leafs: Buy Low, Sell High
When Brendan Shanahan came aboard, I made a quick passing comment about understanding selling low and selling high with the Toronto Maple Leafs players...
Leafs Notebook – Season Finale – April 14
When the media asked who has final say on roster decisions at today's introductory press conference for Brendan Shanahan, there was a pause followed...
Leafs Notebook – April 7
With the rest of the Leafs season boiling down to a formality, the offseason speculation is about to ramp up to (my guess) unprecedented...
Leafs Notebook – March 31
There is an old saying that a good coach might only help you win an extra handful games over the course of a season,...
Leafs Notebook – March 24
When Tim Leiweke officially took over as President of MLSE on April 2013, the Maple Leafs finally made the playoffs after a long drought,...
Leafs Notebook – March 19
Just when things were looking comfortable for the
Leafs, they had to go and make it interesting again.
Really, is there any other way this team...
Leafs Notebook – March 13
Alec and I took in the Rotman Sports Industry Conference yesterday, which is of note because the Leafs VP of scouting, Reid Mitchell, was...
The Maple Leafs did nothing, and that’s all right
For the first time since 2006, the Maple Leafs stood pat on trade deadline day.
It was the right move.
On a day where pretty well...
Leafs Notebook – March 4
It's not time to sound the alarm, but the sense of urgency is heightened across Toronto.
The Leafs are still firmly in a playoff spot...
AP’s Mailbag: Deadline targets, bottom 6, “impact” prospects, PK and shots against
Thanks again for all the questions. My apologies if I didn't get to yours.
Part 1 can be found here.
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wendelsfist: "What one personnel upgrade or...
AP’s Mailbag: Defensive question marks, playoffs, Kulemin, Franson and expiring deals
Thanks for all the questions. Part 2 will follow a little later on in the day.
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@BrianHuddle: "Where does management need to advance this roster to...
The Leafs & Top 3 Centers Per Team by Cap Hit
There has been plenty of debate already regarding Dave Bolland and whether or not he should be re-signed, a subject that will only continue...
Leafs Notebook – February 11
With the hockey world’s attention firmly fixed on the Olympics, it’s easy to forget that the NHL is quickly approaching a significant date: Trade...
Dave Bolland, The Leafs Rebuild & Succession Plans
Having gone through a long and painful rebuild, the Toronto Maple Leafs now find themselves right smack in the middle of a critical time...
Leafs Notebook – February 3
The sentiment "Thank you Boston" has been never been more prevalent in Leafs Nation as Phil Kessel continues to rip apart the NHL. I'm...
Leafs Notebook – January 27
Why is the Leafs' PK struggling so heavily?
Plus much more on the week that was in Leafland.
It's kind of amazing how the Leafs' awful...
Leafs Notebook – January 21
It’s amazing how much a week can change, in the minds of some fans.
Some may say Carlyle is no longer on the hot seat,...
Leafs Notebook – January 13
Even the most optimistic Leafs fans weren't expecting David Clarkson to be great throughout the entirety of his seven year deal, but this is...
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