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Rielly Struggles Has Analyst Bullish on Big Trade Between Maple Leafs and Oilers

Rielly Struggles Has Analyst Bullish on Big Trade Between Maple Leafs and Oilers

“His defensive play must be seen as awful this year for MacLean to be so bullish on the need for a change for him…” writes David Staples of the Edmonton Journal while breaking down the idea posed this week of a blockbuster deal that would send Morgan Rielly to the Edmonton Oilers.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 1
Maple Leafs Win Against Penguins Can Be a Turning Point Again 

Maple Leafs Win Against Penguins Can Be a Turning Point Again 

Before their final game in November, the Toronto Maple Leafs were playing some of their worst hockey. Usually in this month, they manage to turn on the jets and go on a streak and have a strong record and their play reflected it.  That was far from it this season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 1

Easton Cowan’s emergence, Craig Berube’s questionable messaging, and reasons for optimism as the Leafs edge closer to full health – Leafs Notebook

The Maple Leafs can take a bit of a breath after a decisive win in Pittsburgh, followed by a two-day break, but big questions remain as they enter the month of December with an 11-11-3 record.

Ben Danford News / TheLeafsnation / December 1
Daily Faceoff projects Maple Leafs’ Ben Danford to make Team Canada’s World Juniors team

Daily Faceoff projects Maple Leafs’ Ben Danford to make Team Canada’s World Juniors team

We’re into December, which means the World Juniors are just around the corner. Team Canada is expected to name its roster in the coming days, while holding a 10-day training camp in Niagara Falls from December 12-22.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / November 30
Waiver claim paying off as former Oiler shines for Leafs

Waiver claim paying off as former Oiler shines for Maple Leafs

Troy Stecher wasn’t brought in with much fanfare, but he’s quickly becoming one of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ best in-season finds.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / November 30
Maple Leafs fan therapy week 9: Toronto could be waking up just in time

Maple Leafs fan therapy week 9: Toronto could be waking up just in time

This piece would’ve looked a lot different had I sat down to write it yesterday morning instead of this morning. Waking up on Saturday morning, the Leafs had just given up a two-goal lead to the Washington Capitals.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / November 30
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Robertson, Hildeby, Primeau & Cowan

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Robertson, Hildeby, Primeau & Cowan

The Toronto Maple Leafs needed this one badly, even if the 7–2 final made it look far easier than it actually felt. If you squinted, Saturday’s game against

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 30
Maple Leafs’ Dakota Joshua reflects on ‘confidence booster’ after blowout win vs. Penguins

Maple Leafs’ Dakota Joshua reflects on ‘confidence booster’ after blowout win vs. Penguins

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Dakota Joshua put together his best game of the season against the Pittsburgh Penguins which felt like a long time coming for both him and the team.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / November 30
Maple Leafs Not Making Organizational Changes in the Near Future

Maple Leafs Not Making Organizational Changes in the Near Future

This season has been a tough one for the Toronto Maple Leafs. They find themselves in the bottom quarter of the NHL and have had a very hard time closing out games.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / November 30
Maple Leafs Coach Shares Injury Update After Penguins Game

Maple Leafs Coach Shares Injury Update After Penguins Game

The Toronto Maple Leafs did something on Saturday that they hadn't done in nearly a month, but they also kept losing players to injury. Defenseman Oliver

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 30
3 Takeaways From the Maple Leafs’ 7-2 Win Over the Penguins

3 Takeaways From the Maple Leafs’ 7-2 Win Over the Penguins

The Toronto Maple Leafs were in action last night on the second half of a back-to-back against the Pittsburgh Penguins. They came into last night’s game after dropping a game that they should have won against the Washington Capitals the night prior.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 30
Maple Leafs’ sellers guide: Premium goaltending and serviceable defence

Maple Leafs’ sellers guide: Premium goaltending and serviceable defence

Tis the season for shopping and while there has been plenty of talk about who Brad Treliving has been looking for, the best course of action for the Maple Leafs might be to quickly transition towards a retailer approach, possibly even a wholesaler.

Dennis Hildeby News / TheLeafsnation / November 30
4 takeaways from Leafs-Penguins: Hildeby, balanced attack comes alive in most complete win of year

4 takeaways from Leafs-Penguins: Hildeby, balanced attack comes alive in most complete win of year

It took 25 games, but the Toronto Maple Leafs finally submitted a comprehensive effort through three periods, throttling the Pittsburgh Penguins 7-2 on Saturday.

Craig Berube News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / November 30

Craig Berube on a much-needed decisive win in Pittsburgh: “We talked about puck possession and a little more playmaking, and we did that… We possessed the puck more”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 7-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 11-11-3. On what a solid win like this can do for the team moving forward:  Confidence.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 29
Maple Leafs erupt for 7 goals, sink Penguins

Maple Leafs erupt for 7 goals, sink Penguins

The visiting Toronto Maple Leafs salvaged their Thanksgiving weekend with a 7-2 thrashing of the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night. Each player on Toronto's goal-starved third line snapped lengthy droughts in a dominant second period.

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Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs’ supporting cast finally breaks out in 7-2 victory vs. Penguins

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs’ supporting cast finally breaks out in 7-2 victory vs. Penguins

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been waiting for a night like this for weeks. And, while it wasn’t the prettiest 60 minutes of hockey, it was a great sight to see the supporting cast show up in a major way against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / November 29
Maple Leafs' performance raises concerns, but Easton Cowan offers hope for the future

Maple Leafs' performance raises concerns, but Easton Cowan offers hope for the future

Toronto did not expect to have a rookie who already produces quality minutes, but it is a more than pleasant surprise.

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Craig Berube News / Athlon Sports / November 29
Craig Berube Reveals Reason for Scratching $15 Million Maple Leafs Forward

Craig Berube Reveals Reason for Scratching $15 Million Maple Leafs Forward

The Toronto Maple Leafs suffered another late collapse Friday night against the Washington Capitals, and one of their high-priced forwards could do nothing to help his team.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / November 29
Inside the William Nylander and Craig Berube Dynamic for the Toronto Maple Leafs

Inside the William Nylander and Craig Berube Dynamic for the Toronto Maple Leafs

According to Elliotte Friedman, William Nylander and Craig Berube share a genuine mutual respect. They’re often seen laughing and talking during practices, showing that their relationship is far from tense.

William Nylander News / NHL Trade Talk / November 28
Insider Reveals Untold Argument Between William Nylander and Former Coach

Insider Reveals Untold Argument Between William Nylander and Former Coach

William Nylander is one of, if not the most polarizing player in the NHL. His dynamic skill set allows him to produce massive numbers and make it look relatively easy in the process.

Auston Matthews News / The Hockey Writers / November 28
The Logic Behind the Maple Leafs Trading Auston Matthews

The Logic Behind the Maple Leafs Trading Auston Matthews

Every once in a while, an idea hits the hockey world that sounds so outrageous you almost admire the audacity. When Nick Kypreos first tossed out the idea that the Toronto Maple Leafs might, at some point, have to consider trading Auston Matthews, most of us filed it under Classic Kyper — the kind of radio hit that wakes up a slow Tuesday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / November 28
The Toronto Maple Leafs are at a crossroads, but what should they do?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are at a crossroads, but what should they do?

Teetering near the bottom of the standings, the Leafs find themselves nearing a crossroads. Built solely for the here and now, the Leafs are an older team and do not have a first-round pick in each of the next two seasons.

Easton Cowan News / Last Word On Sports / November 28
Rising Star Easton Cowan Helping Push the Toronto Maple Leafs Depth Scoring

Rising Star Easton Cowan Helping Push the Toronto Maple Leafs Depth Scoring

Easton Cowan has firmly earned his place in the Maple Leafs’ lineup after scoring a crucial late goal in Toronto’s 2-1 overtime win against the Blue Jackets.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / November 25
Maple Leafs get good news with latest injury updates

Maple Leafs get good news with latest injury updates

There is some good news for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Auston Matthews has become a better player despite team struggles
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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / November 25
Maple Leafs' Benoit vows improvement after self-assessment

Maple Leafs' Simon Benoit vows improvement after critical self-assessment

Simon Benoit is holding himself accountable, admitting his play for the Toronto Maple Leafs has fallen short this season.

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