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Sheldon Keefe: “We are a much bigger team, a much more experienced team, and...
After practice on Wednesday, Sheldon Keefe discussed the imminent return of Zach Bogosian, Rasmus Sandin's ability to handle NHL playoff competition, and the team's...
Breaking down the Leafs vs. Habs playoff matchup game, Montreal under Dominique Ducharme vs....
In Episode 16 of the MLHS Podcast, Ian Tulloch and Anthony Petrielli break down the matchup game against the Canadiens, Sheldon Keefe's thinking behind...
Auston Matthews becomes first Toronto Maple Leaf to win NHL goal-scoring title in 75...
An excellent piece by NHL.com’s Mike Zeisberger shed light on the wrist ailment Auston Matthews has been dealing with for most of the season...
Sheldon Keefe on the pressure on the Leafs this playoff season: “Our group recognizes...
On an off-day for the players, Sheldon Keefe discussed Auston Matthews' goal-scoring title, his team's preparedness for the physical challenges of the playoffs, the...
Sheldon Keefe on the Leafs vs. Habs rivalry: “This is as real as it...
After practice on Monday, Sheldon Keefe discussed Hayley Wickenheiser's promotion to Senior Director of Player Development, the meaning of the Leafs-Habs rivalry, the team's...
Sheldon Keefe: “Jack Campbell has played extremely well… He is definitely deserving of the...
After practice on Sunday, Sheldon Keefe discussed his situation in net ahead of the first round of the playoffs, the status of Zach Bogosian,...
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Jets 4 vs. Leafs 2: “It was more just a...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 4-2 loss to the Winnipeg Jets to end the 2021 regular season at 35-14-7.
On whether the...
The Maple Leafs vs. Canadiens playoff schedule has been set — and for some...
The first-round NHL playoff schedule has been announced, and it includes a back-to-back set at the Bell Centre for the Toronto Maple Leafs vs....
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Senators 4 vs. Leafs 3 (OT): “If you look at...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 4-3 overtime loss to the Ottawa Senators in the Leafs' penultimate game of the regular season.
On...
Habs vs. Leafs Series Preview, Setting the Playoff Lineup, Fixing the Power Play, &...
In Episode 15 of the MLHS Podcast, Ian Tulloch and Anthony Petrielli preview the Leafs vs. Habs series, the playoff lineup, the continued struggles...
It’s official: The Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens will meet in the playoffs...
For the first time since 1979, we’ve officially got ourselves a Leafs vs. Habs playoff matchup (start date TBD).
It’s a shame that there won’t...
Sheldon Keefe on Frederik Andersen’s return: “The guys will be excited to play in...
After practice on Tuesday, Sheldon Keefe discussed his new lines with Riley Nash, Nick Foligno, and Zach Hyman skating on regular units, what Nash...
Sheldon Keefe shows us a possible Game 1 playoff lineup preview in Tuesday’s Leafs...
We got a possible preview of the Game 1 playoff lineup with the soon-to-return Riley Nash, Zach Hyman, and Nick Foligno all skating on...
Celebrate the Toronto Maple Leafs’ division title with the Kings of the North apparel...
In celebration of the Leafs' first division title since 2000, MLHS has released Kings of the North apparel ahead of the team's 2021 playoff...
Sheldon Keefe on Jack Campbell’s Masterton nomination: “It has been a terrific story both...
After practice on Monday, Sheldon Keefe discussed the plan with Frederik Andersen, the status of his injured players, and Jack Campbell's nomination for the...
Sheldon Keefe on the biggest key to winning the North Division: “I would just...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 3-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens that clinched the North Division title.
On the keys to securing...
Sheldon Keefe on the team’s veteran additions this season: “They have delivered, whether it...
After practice on Friday, Sheldon Keefe discussed his impressions of Ben Hutton so far, the balance between prioritizing rest vs. playoff readiness in the...
Sheldon Keefe Post Game, Leafs 5 vs. Canadiens 2: “[Auston Matthews] is not going...
Sheldon Keefe addressed the media after his team's 5-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens that improved the Leafs' record 34-13-6.
On Auston Matthews' 40 goals...
Who is the most underrated Toronto Maple Leafs player this season? — MLHS Podcast
On the latest MLHS Podcast, Ian Tulloch and Anthony Petrielli offered up their picks for the most underrated Leafs performer this season.
Maple Leafs Hotstove...
Sheldon Keefe provides the latest updates on Frederik Andersen, Nick Foligno, Zach Hyman, and...
After practice on Wednesday, Sheldon Keefe discussed the recent play of Alex Galchenyuk and provided updates on Frederik Andersen, Nick Foligno, Zach Hyman, and...
Recent MLHS articles
Game in 10: Special-teams struggles, home-ice woes continue in Maple Leafs’...
The Maple Leafs stealing home-ice advantage was short-lived.
Despite finally scoring first against Boston, the Leafs' special-teams struggles are starting to prove too difficult to...
