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The Maple Leafs are streaking, and Matthews is coming alive – MLHS Podcast EP103
In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the Leafs' current winning streak, their healthy forward lineup, Nick Robertson making a...
Craig Berube on why the Maple Leafs receive so few power-play opportunities: “You’d have...
After Friday's practice, Craig Berube discussed the Maple Leafs' struggling power play, their lack of man-advantage opportunities, William Nylander's hot start, the McMann-Robertson duo,...
Joseph Woll on returning from his personal leave of absence: “I’ve really been blown...
Ahead of his return to the crease with the Toronto Marlies on a conditioning stint, goaltender Joseph Woll discussed his leave of absence and...
Game Review: Maple Leafs continue third-period excellence in win over Utah
Stating the Maple Leafs badly needed a response effort after what was ultimately a comeback win over Pittsburgh is maybe overstating matters slightly, but...
Craig Berube on Matias Maccelli’s performance vs. Utah after a healthy scratch: “He was...
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team's 5-3 win over the Utah Mammoth, which improved the Maple Leafs' record to 8-5-1. On the team's...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Utah Mammoth – Game #14 Projected Lines, Preview & TV...
It's rare to suggest a team needs a "response" effort after a win, but it is sort of true in this case as the...
Craig Berube on Nick Robertson’s uptick in ice time and point production: “He’s getting...
Ahead of Wednesday's game against Utah, Craig Berube discussed Nick Robertson's recent success in the top six, Auston Matthews' role on the PK, Scott...
Craig Berube on expectations for Matias Maccelli after a healthy scratch: “This guy is...
After Tuesday's practice, Craig Berube discussed Matias Maccelli's start to the season, OEL taking over the top power-play QB role, and the logjam at...
Craig Berube on the Leafs overcoming a 3-0 deficit vs. the Penguins: “We got...
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team's come-from-behind 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, which improved the Maple Leafs' record to 7-5-1. On the...
Craig Berube on David Kampf stepping away from the Marlies: “He doesn’t feel like...
Ahead of Monday's game against Pittsburgh, Craig Berube discussed the Cowan-Tavares-Nylander line, Chris Tanev's status, David Kampf stepping away from the Marlies, Bobby McMann...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Pittsburgh Penguins – Game #13 Projected Lines, Preview & TV...
William Nylander returns to the lineup as the Maple Leafs hope to build on a strong effort in Philadelphia. It will be a stiff...
Craig Berube on Easton Cowan’s first NHL goal: “He had a hell of a...
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team's 5-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers, which improved the Maple Leafs' record to 6-5-1. On the team's...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Philadelphia Flyers – Game #12 Projected Lines, Preview & TV...
Facing one of the stingiest defensive teams in the NHL over the first 10 games of the season, the Maple Leafs are looking to...
Craig Berube on following a practice day with a full morning skate: “We haven’t...
Ahead of Saturday's game in Philadelphia, Craig Berube discussed William Nylander's injury absence, the return of Chris Tanev, the team's offensive vs. defensive balance,...
BLUE JAYS – BRING IT HOME – OPEN THREAD
LET'S GO BLUE JAYS!
Craig Berube on Sammy Blais’ Leafs debut: “He made the best of it… He...
After Friday's practice, Craig Berube discussed Matthew Knies reaching 10 assists in his first 11 games, Sammy Blais' impactful Leafs debut, and the status...
The Auston Matthews elephant in the room – MLHS Podcast EP102
In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss their updated "concern-o-meter" about the Leafs' 5-5-1 start and Auston Matthews' play, Craig...
Craig Berube on the Leafs’ lopsided loss to Columbus: “We were complicating the game…...
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team's 6-3 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, which dropped the Maple Leafs' record to 5-5-1. On the...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Columbus Blue Jackets – Game #11 Projected Lines, Preview &...
Sammy Blais will make his Toronto debut with William Nylander on the sidelines as the Maple Leafs seek their third consecutive victory against the...
Game Review: Matthew Knies & Max Domi both double down as Maple Leafs edge...
The Maple Leafs overcame a slow start with a better (and resilient) final 40 minutes to take the two points on offer against the...
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