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Auston Matthews, William Nylander moving on amicably after Anthony Stolarz’s criticism

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz candidly ripped into his teammates following Saturday’s 4-3 overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken, but it appears all parties are moving on gracefully.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Maple Leafs’ Anthony Stolarz had every reason to be upset with team’s effort

The Toronto Maple Leafs suffered a frustrating overtime loss on Saturday night at the hands of the Seattle Kraken, as the group let a winnable game slip away when Joshua Mahura took advantage of a lackluster defensive effort to deliver the game-winner during the 3-on-3 overtime period.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 20

Maple Leafs’ Stolarz and Nylander Address Locker Room Tension

After the recent overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken, Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz didn’t waste time calling out his teammates for their lack of pushback and defense as he was barrelled over and had to stick up for himself in the defeat.

Nick Robertson News / Athlon Sports / October 20

Former Maple Leafs Player Makes Case to Keep Nicholas Robertson in Toronto

Trade talk around Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nicholas Robertson has resurfaced, but not everyone believes it should lead to action. Darren Dreger reported on TSN’s "Insider Trading" last week that general manager Brad Treliving has spoken with other clubs about the 24-year-old winger.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 20

Leafs practice notes: Max Domi moved up to 1st line, Easton Cowan skates among extras

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube appears to be making some changes to the lineup ahead of Tuesday’s game against the New Jersey Devils. Berube wasn’t pleased with his team’s efforts during a 4-3 overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken on Saturday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 20

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: What to Do with Roy, Cowan & Valis

It’s been a choppy start for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and no one should be surprised. New systems, new players, and a new voice behind the bench take time to settle.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / October 20

Maple Leafs Prospect Roundup: Danford doing it all, Koblar stepping up

Easton Cowan has been the talk of the town when it comes to Leafs prospects, and rightfully so, but another first-round pick, Ben Danford, seemingly made a strong impression in his first full NHL training camp this fall.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / October 20

Toronto Maple Leafs week in review: Week 2

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Anthony Stolarz News / The Hockey Writers / October 20

Stolarz’s Criticism Explains Maple Leafs’ Lack of Playoff Success

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz has been a big talking point amongst media and fans over the last 24 hours. The 31-year-old was heated for several reasons on Saturday night.

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Borya Valis scores twice including game winner in Toronto Marlies’ OT win over Belleville

In the first battle of Ontario this season, the Toronto Marlies dominated the game for 40 minutes. An inability to make it count on the scoreboard almost came back to haunt them in the third period.

Matthew Knies News / TheLeafsnation / October 20

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Anthony Stolarz News / TheLeafsnation / October 20

Anthony Stolarz did the right thing by calling out Maple Leafs for their early showing

Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Anthony Stolarz should take a page out of the Florida Panthers’ book by apologizing to no one. That’s because he was bang on with his critique of his team’s play after falling to the Seattle Kraken in overtime on Saturday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Stolarz’s Honesty Tests Berube’s New Maple Leafs DNA

It’s not often a goaltender calls out his own team, especially six games into a new season. But that’s precisely what Anthony Stolarz did after the Toronto Maple Leafs’ overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken.

John Tavares News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 19

Maple Leafs’ John Tavares huge milestone spoiled in OT loss to Kraken

The Toronto Maple Leafs fell to 3-2-1 on Saturday after an overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken. The effort of the team was questioned by Craig Berube after the loss, but there was a silver lining in the game.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Muckey Hockey, Vets Lead & Fit Feels Off

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ 4–3 overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken dropped their record to 3-2-1, and it feels every bit like a grind. This version of the team is hard to watch — not for lack of effort, but for lack of flow.

Anthony Stolarz News / The Hockey Writers / October 19

Maple Leafs Need to Start Having Stolarz’s Back

If the Toronto Maple Leafs are going to have any success this season, it’s going to fall on the shoulders of goalie Anthony Stolarz as he’s going to be critical to their success.

Anthony Stolarz News / NHL Trade Talk / October 19

Tension Rising in Toronto as Stolarz Criticizes Team’s Effort

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz didn’t hold back on Saturday night, delivering a blunt postgame assessment of his team’s effort following a tough loss to the Seattle Kraken.

Craig Berube News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 19

Craig Berube laments Maple Leafs’ effort in Kraken loss

Some members of the Toronto Maple Leafs didn’t hold back in their post-game press conferences, as Craig Berube and Anthony Stolarz took the opportunity to call out the team’s lack of effort in Saturday night’s loss to the Seattle Kraken.

John Tavares News / Daily Faceoff / October 18

John Tavares becomes fourth player in NHL history to score 500 points with two teams

John Tavares scored twice during the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 4-3 overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken on Saturday, giving him 500 total points as a Maple Leaf and making him the fourth player in NHL history to reach the number with two different NHL teams.

Easton Cowan News / 6IX ON ICE / October 18

Looking at the impact of Easton Cowan on the Toronto Maple Leafs’ forward lineup

In some ways, a quieter offseason and an initial AHL demotion muted the expectations around Easton Cowan for this season. After a spectacular MVP season in the OHL in 2023–24, Cowan’s individual production and Team Canada’s performance at the U20 World Junior Championship removed some of the lustre from public discourse.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / October 17

Maple Leafs Given Green Light to 'Go For It' This Season

The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially been handed the green light to make a big push this season. With the president & CEO of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, Keith Pelley supporting the team’s push this season, General Manager Brad Treliving has been told this is a good season to take a big swing.