When Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving signed Simon Benoit, he intended him as blue-line insurance. Despite initial skepticism and questions about allocating valuable salary-cap space to a player with a lackluster season with the Anaheim Ducks, Benoit found his way into the team due to injuries. Critics wondered why invest in a player…
As the NHL Trade Deadline approaches, the Toronto Maple Leafs, under the leadership of first-year general manager Brad Treliving, are actively strategizing to bolster their roster. Navigating the thin line between playoff contention and uncertainty at this season’s All-Star break, the team is delving into discussions about potential trade targets and the overall direction of…
The Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves in a goaltending dilemma, perhaps more pressing than any in NHL history. The urgency stems from the realization that the team cannot afford to squander the prime years of stars like Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, and William Nylander with their current goaltending situation. While Martin Jones has had moments…
The Toronto Maple Leafs closed out the mid-season with a decisive 4-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets, showcasing improvements in various aspects of their game. ### The Good #### Team Performance In contrast to a previous game where they were outplayed but secured a 1-0 win, the Maple Leafs displayed dominance both at five-on-five and…
Auston Matthews showcased his goal-scoring prowess, notching his NHL-leading 40th goal and reaching a milestone of 600 career points as the Toronto Maple Leafs secured a 4-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets in a home-and-home series on Saturday night. Ilya Samsonov, guarding the net for Toronto, made 24 crucial saves in the final game before…
Toronto Maple Leafs faced a setback during a recent practice as forward Calle Jarnkrok suffered an injury, the extent of which remains unknown according to head coach Sheldon Keefe. The incident occurred during a drill, and a video shared by reporter David Alter captured Jarnkrok leaving practice in frustration after blocking a shot. The 32-year-old…
Ilya Samsonov delivered a standout performance in Wednesday’s NHL game, securing a 1-0 overtime victory for the Toronto Maple Leafs against the Central Division-leading Winnipeg Jets. Samsonov, earning back-to-back wins for the first time since December, showcased his skill with 32 saves, including a crucial stop on a 2-0 breakaway by the shorthanded Jets in…
Ilya Samsonov’s resilience took center stage as the Toronto Maple Leafs secured a 1-0 overtime victory against the Winnipeg Jets, with Auston Matthews netting the decisive goal at 4:13. Samsonov, once relegated to the AHL after a challenging stretch, faced a pivotal 2-on-0 break in the second period but impressively denied both Lowry and Barron,…
In a recent episode of the Kyper & Bourne Show on Sportsnet, Nick Kypreos delved into the circumstances surrounding Corey Perry’s signing with the Edmonton Oilers, shedding light on the reservations various teams, including the Toronto Maple Leafs, had about acquiring the veteran player. According to Kypreos, the Maple Leafs were not aligned with the…
The scrutiny surrounding William Nylander’s performance has intensified, particularly after a lackluster display against the Vancouver Canucks. The Hockey Night in Canada panel didn’t mince words during the second intermission, highlighting concerns about Nylander’s effort, reigniting a familiar narrative. This isn’t the first time Nylander has faced criticism during his tenure with the Toronto Maple…