After a grueling three-month absence due to a high ankle sprain sustained in a thrilling victory against Ottawa on December 7th, goaltender Joseph Woll has made a triumphant return to the Toronto Maple Leafs. The 25-year-old netminder showcased his resilience and determination by putting on a stellar performance, making 36 saves for the Maple Leafs’…
In a thrilling showdown against the formidable Colorado Avalanche, the Toronto Maple Leafs showcased resilience and determination, ultimately clinching a hard-earned victory with a score of 4-3. Despite initially falling behind 2-0 in the early stages of the game, the Maple Leafs refused to concede defeat. Instead, they mounted an impressive comeback, rallying to score…
As the Green Bay Packers face the intricate web of salary cap constraints in 2024, the status of Aaron Rodgers’ contract looms large, presenting both challenges and opportunities for the team’s financial flexibility. Currently burdened with over $15 million in dead money for the upcoming season, the Packers are treading cautiously, with the potential for…
Auston Matthews notched his 50th and 51st goals of the season in a memorable hometown performance, propelling the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 6-3 victory over the struggling Arizona Coyotes on Wednesday night. Matthews’ historic 50th goal came on a power play just 5:01 into the game, in his 54th appearance of the season, securing…
Navigating the relationship between NHL players and the league’s Department of Player Safety (DOPS) is a nuanced endeavor. On one hand, the DOPS aims to prioritize player safety, while on the other, it enforces strict penalties for infractions, blurring the line between legal and illegal play. Even top-tier players like Auston Matthews can find themselves…
Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews made history on Saturday, shattering a salary cap-era record that had stood for close to two decades. The San Ramon native showcased his extraordinary talent by netting his sixth hat-trick of the season, surpassing the previous milestone set by a former San Jose Sharks winger. Matthews’s outstanding performance propelled…
In a surprising turn of events, Brock Purdy has emerged as the latest Cinderella story in sports, guiding the San Francisco 49ers to a Super Bowl berth in his inaugural season as a starting NFL quarterback. Drafted as the last pick in 2022, Purdy defied expectations by swiftly establishing himself as a top-tier signal-caller. Despite…
In the latest episode of Insider Trading, Pierre Lebrun delves into the potential future of veteran goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury, sparking speculation about his potential landing spots should he become available for trade. One of the teams reportedly in the mix for Fleury’s services is the Toronto Maple Leafs. As the Maple Leafs find themselves jostling…
In the realm of NFL contracts, the Minnesota Vikings made headlines back in 2018 by offering Kirk Cousins the league’s first fully guaranteed contract. Fast forward to the present, and the spotlight has shifted to another Vikings standout: Justin Jefferson. Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio recently shed light on Jefferson’s ongoing contract talks with the…
In a thrilling matchup on Thursday night, the Toronto Maple Leafs secured a hard-fought 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, with Auston Matthews stealing the show with a remarkable natural hat trick in the second period. Matthews, already leading the NHL in goals, showcased his scoring prowess by netting three consecutive goals in just under…