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Six games remaining. An absolute effort in going through the motions. Saturday’s game against the Kings is one that matters. If the Maple Leafs win, they beat a team that is still very much playing for something and how they do it might offer some hope for next season.

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A Look Back at How the Maple Leafs’ Reset Lost Its Way

There’s a certain ache to watching a franchise talk a big game and then limp through the execution. The Toronto Maple Leafs’ recent two-season manoeuvres read like a boardroom drama where the script was better than the staging.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 3

Maple Leafs Talking Big Blue Line Trade Despite No GM

Apparently, just because the Toronto Maple Leafs are sans an active general manager doesn’t mean business has stopped. Nor have trade discussions. According to Sportsnet’s Nick Kypreos, the organization will continue to look at its options, including a trade involving Morgan Rielly.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 3

Who Would Really Want the Maple Leafs GM Job?

The Toronto Maple Leafs sit at an odd crossroads. The organization is embarrassed by results, stripped of playoff success, and now staring down the task of appointing a new general manager.

Alexander Ovechkin News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'Active 100-point NHL seasons' quiz

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

Max Domi News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Max Domi Fires Back at Question About Maple Leafs’ 'Team Culture'

The Toronto Maple Leafs entered Thursday's matchup against the San Jose Sharks facing a very harsh reality, one the franchise hadn't dealt with for the past decade.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 3

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Tavares, Stolarz & Cowan’s Got to Wonder

The Toronto Maple Leafs walked into SAP Center on Thursday night and ran into a team that knows exactly who they are. The San Jose Sharks are young, fast, and playing with confidence.

Matthew Knies News / NHL Trade Talk / April 3

Maple Leafs Asked Canadiens and Sabres for Big Return in Knies Trade Talks

Although the Toronto Maple Leafs have removed their general manager and need a new one before making any big deals, trade talk surrounding Matthew Knies hasn’t really gone away.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / April 3

NHL Rumors: The Toronto Maple Leafs Fallout Continues

Jonas Siegel and Chris Johnston of The Athletic: If it’s only a retool, William Nylander wants to remain with the Toronto Maple Leafs. If it’s a rebuild, then it’s a different story.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 3

Jeff Marek believes next Maple Leafs head coach needs to be ‘creative’

The Toronto Maple Leafs are staring down an offseason of change. Brad Treliving has already been relieved of general manager duties, head coach Craig Berube’s

NHL News / Larry Brown Sports / April 3

Investigation underway over apparent Nazi salute at Stars game

A viral video from a Dallas Stars home game against the Toronto Maple Leafs in December has prompted an internal investigation by American Airlines Center officials.

Brad Treliving News / TheLeafsnation / April 3

Leafs fans give Brad Treliving an F grade for body of work as general manager

As the dust settles on Brad Treliving’s tenure as the Toronto Maple Leafs’ general manager, what remains is a team that is in a state of disarray that has been an uncommon occurrence in the past decade.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 3

Full judgement on Keith Pelley should be reserved for after he hires next Maple Leafs President/General Manager

A Toronto Maple Leafs press conference in the spring is typically one of the most polarizing instances you’ll find from a media standpoint. Since it’s

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 3

Maple Leafs officially eliminated from playoff contention

Following a 4-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks, the Toronto Maple Leafs have been officially eliminated from playoff contention. Toronto (32-31-13) will miss the playoffs for the first time since the 2015-16 season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 3

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs’ quest for bottom-5 finish continues after 4-1 loss vs. Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs are one step closer to finishing in the bottom 5 of the standings and giving themselves best possible odds to keep their first-round pick this season and sacrifice an unprotected 2028 first-round pick instead.

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The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

The 'Active 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

The 'NBA yearly free throw leaders' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / April 2

Craig Berube calls on three Maple Leafs veterans to step up

As difficult as it may be to believe, the Toronto Maple Leafs are technically still in contention for the NHL playoffs.

Maple Leafs HC Craig Berube breaks silence on his future after Brad Treliving firing

Former Maple Leafs player floated as GM candidate after Brad Treliving firing

Maple Leafs’ William Nylander willing to stick around for a retool, not a rebuild

MLSE CEO Keith Pelley doesn’t believe rebuild is necessary in Toronto

The 'Multiple 50-goal NHL seasons' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 2

The Smart Moves the Maple Leafs Need Are Not Dramatic

If you’re a Toronto Maple Leafs fan, there’s a temptation in moments like these to reach for drama. A new general manager is on their way, which brings a new voice and a new broom.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / April 2

What does a retool look like for the Maple Leafs?

There are more questions than answers regarding the future of the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Maple Leafs elected to end things with general manager Brad

Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / April 2

Matthews’ Prime Is Fleeting & the Maple Leafs Need Leadership

Chris Pronger laid it out on The Rink: the Toronto Maple Leafs are running on a clock with Auston Matthews. Whoever steps into the GM’s office next has to have crystal-clear conversations—quickly.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / April 2

The Toronto Maple Leafs Road Back Will Be Long

The Toronto Maple Leafs have decided that a new direction is needed. Keith Pelley decided it was time to move on from Brad Treliving. Though once Treliving heard the rumblings, he asked Pelley to accelerate the process and make the announcement.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 2

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Nylander, Berube, Domi & Holinka

The Toronto Maple Leafs face the San Jose Sharks on Thursday in a peculiar place—one foot still technically in the race, the other already stepping toward whatever comes next.

William Nylander News / TheLeafsnation / April 2

Maple Leafs’ William Nylander willing to stick around for a retool, not a rebuild

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander made it clear that he is not interested in being around for a rebuild and instead will be willing to sit through a retool.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / April 1

Next Leafs’ GM needs to retool, not rebuild

With the Toronto Maple Leafs going in a different direction, the question is, what should be the goal of the next general manager? On Monday night, the Maple Leafs fired general manager Brad Treliving in the midst of a miserable season for the defending Atlantic Division champions.

Craig Berube News / NHL Rumors / April 1

What Does the Future Hold for Craig Berube in Toronto? Who Could Replace Him?

Keith Pelley, Maple Leafs Sports and Entertainment President, addressed the media on Tuesday after firing general manager Brad Treliving on Monday. The Maple Leafs will begin a thorough search for their next president of hockey operations or general manager.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / March 31

Craig Berube breaks silence on future after Brad Treliving firing

Maple Leafs HC Craig Berube breaks silence on his future after Brad Treliving firing

Following the victory against the Ducks, the Leafs delayed their inevitable elimination from playoff contention, but they are still 11 points out of a playoff spot.

Former Maple Leafs player floated as GM candidate after Treliving firing

Igor Shesterkin, Jacob Markstrom throw punches during goalie fight

Stars make decision on Jim Nill

John Tortorella not reinventing the wheel with Golden Knights

Could Blue Jackets' Cinderella run end because they lack one key ingredient?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / March 30