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On YouTubeToronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / March 17
‘It’s a wake-up call’: Leafs’ Berube on team’s response since hit on Matthews
TORONTO – Now five days removed from the dangerous Radko Gudas knee-on-knee hit which ended Auston Matthews’ season, the Toronto Maple Leafs are still trying to make right on the response to the hit, or lack thereof.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 17
Craig Berube says Auston Matthews’ injury was a wake-up call for Maple Leafs after lengthy losing streak
It might be too little too late, but the Toronto Maple Leafs have played to Craig Berube’s vision over the past couple of games. After an eight-game losing streak with the trade deadline in the middle of it, captain Auston Matthews suffered a season-ending injury against the Anaheim Ducks after taking a knee from Ducks defenceman Radko Gudas.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 17
Morgan Rielly says there’s always room for improvement in player safety following George Parros’ statement
Player safety has long been a hot button issue in the NHL, and it’s come to a boiling point over the past couple of days. On Thursday night, Anaheim Ducks defenceman Radko Gudas went knee-on-knee with Auston Matthews, ending the latter’s season and catching a five-game suspension for his actions.
The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz
How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 17
NHL Rumors: Tuch Talk, Nylander and Matthews Trades, Draisaitl Injury Update
In today’s NHL Rumors Rundown, the Buffalo Sabres continue to work on an extension for Alex Tuch. Where are things at? Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs are facing growing noise around William Nylander, and Auston Matthews’ future remains a talking point.
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
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / March 17
George Parros stands by decision to suspend Radko Gudas 5 games for kneeing Auston Matthews
Head of the NHL Department of Player Safety (DoPS) George Parros says he has no regrets for suspending Anaheim Ducks defenceman Radko Gudas five games for kneeing Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 17
Leafs lineup news: Ekman-Larsson absent from morning skate, Woll projected to start vs. Islanders
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Oliver Ekman-Larsson was absent from Tuesday’s morning skate. Ekman-Larsson is anticipating the birth of his child, and was excused from Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Wild.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 17
Canadiens insider reveals three players discussed in Matthew Knies trade return
Reports that the Montreal Canadiens and Toronto Maple Leafs discussed a blockbuster trade involving Matthew Knies ahead of the deadline have been conflicting in the aftermath.
Bobby McMann News / 6IX ON ICE / March 17
Bo Groulx: Is he the Toronto Maple Leafs’ New Bobby McMann?
With the 4–2 regulation win on Sunday night against the Minnesota Wild, the Toronto Maple Leafs remain outside of the bottom five and outside of the playoffs.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 17
Maple Leafs assign Michael Pezzetta, Henry Thrun to AHL’s Toronto Marlies
Ahead of Tuesday’s game against the New York Islanders, the Toronto Maple Leafs have assigned Michael Pezzetta and Henry Thrun to the AHL’s Toronto Marlies.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 17
Maple Leafs Reassign Michael Pezzetta, Henry Thrun
The Maple Leafs announced today that they’ve reassigned winger Michael Pezzetta and defenseman Henry Thrun to AHL Toronto. Their active roster is now at 22 players, but they don’t have any healthy extras with Auston Matthews’ season over (he’s yet to be placed on injured reserve) and Oliver Ekman-Larsson away from the team on paternity leave.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 17
Leafs GM Brad Treliving believes Radko Gudas deserved harsher punishment for kneeing Auston Matthews
Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving believes Anaheim Ducks defenceman Radko Gudas should have been punished more severely for kneeing captain Auston Matthews.
William Nylander News / The Hockey Writers / March 17
Maple Leafs’ Nylander Trade Speculation Seems Unlikely
While the Toronto Maple Leafs have struggled to find their footing this season, they don’t seem ready to tear things down and go right into a full-blown rebuild.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 17
Maple Leafs prospect Tyler Hopkins raves about close friend Matthew Schaefer ahead of Toronto homecoming
All eyes will be on New York Islanders defenceman Matthew Schaefer, when he takes on the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday. Schaefer is the runaway favourite to win the Calder Trophy, as the Islanders are in a playoff spot in large due to the rookie sensation’s outstanding campaign.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / March 17
Ex-NHL head coach Peter Laviolette believes Craig Berube will tune out noise with 14 games remaining
Peter Laviolette has been where Craig Berube finds himself this season. In 2023-24, Laviolette was the head coach of the New York Rangers, helping lead the team to a President’s Trophy.
Chris Pronger News / Athlon Sports / March 17
Chris Pronger Names Missing ‘Catalyst’ Amid Maple Leafs' Struggles
After Auston Matthew’s injury, the chances of the Toronto Maple Leafs making it to the playoffs have dropped further. William Nylander, John Tavares, and Matthew Knies still carry offensive potential, but another forward’s presence is missed.
Auston Matthews News / Athlon Sports / March 17
Auston Matthews Injury Raises Questions About Maple Leafs’ Future
The Toronto Maple Leafs have sunk to the bottom, especially after captain Auston Matthews suffered a season-ending injury. The star forward sustained a Grade 3 MCL tear and a quadriceps contusion during Thursday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks.
Matthew Knies News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 16
Maple Leafs Discussed Trading Matthew Knies
The Toronto Maple Leafs considered dealing Matthew Knies at the trade deadline, mentioned by David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period in his post-deadline recap article.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / March 16
Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving breaks silence on team's struggles
The Toronto Maple Leafs are having one of their worst seasons in recent NHL history, and general manager Brad Treliving finally broke his silence.
William Nylander News / NHL Trade Talk / March 17
Analyst: William Nylander leaving would be best for the Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs have been the subject of major scrutiny in recent days, and no one has been in the crosshairs more than William Nylander. After watching his captain and teammate of 10 seasons, Auston Matthews, take a vicious knee-on-knee hit from Radko Gudas, Nylander raised his hand for a penalty before gliding away without response.
Anthony Stolarz News / Professor Press Box / March 16
Stolarz Stole It, Groulx Shocked Them: What the Maple Leafs Learned
The Toronto Maple Leafs went into snowy St. Paul Sunday night and managed to walk away with a 4–2 win over the Minnesota Wild. It was one of those hold-on-tight wins.
Bobby McMann News / Daily Faceoff / March 16
Bobby McMann off to a strong start with the Kraken
The Seattle Kraken may have had to wait longer than expected for Bobby McMann to debut for them, but once he did, they had to be extremely pleased with the results.
Artur Akhtyamov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 15
Maple Leafs Sign Artur Akhtyamov To Extension
The Toronto Maple Leafs are retaining some of their goaltending depth for the foreseeable future. According to a team announcement, the Maple Leafs have signed netminder Artur Akhtyamov to a three-year contract extension. It’ll be a $2.7MM ($900K AAV) contract for the 24-year-old Russian.
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