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NHL News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 9
Game Review: Maple Leafs lock down 1-0 lead, continue winning streak over Lightning 
For the most part, this 2-0 victory followed the Maple Leafs’ formula that led to their regular-season division title success in 2024-25. It also pulled the Leafs within two points of the current division lead, despite all of their trials and tribulations this season.
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 9
3 Takeaways from Maple Leafs 'Routine' 2-0 Win Over Lightning
Some nights come without big drama. Last night, fans watched a steady 2–0 Toronto Maple Leafs win over the Tampa Bay Lightning that felt… I don’t know… almost routine.
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 / NHL Trade Talk / December 9
Hildeby’s First Shutout Proves the Maple Leafs Were Smart to Keep Him
Dennis Hildeby didn’t just have a memorable first in the NHL when he earned a shutout — he may have kicked off a full-blown goaltending debate in Toronto.
Scott Laughton News / 6IX ON ICE / December 9
Scott Laughton has revitalized the Toronto Maple Leafs’ fourth line
The Toronto Maple Leafs are 6–2–2 in their last ten games, and are currently two points out of a playoff spot. The Leafs’ recent play has been a sharp contrast to what we’ve seen in the last two months.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 9
Maple Leafs’ Bobby McMann to have hearing for high-sticking Lightning’s Oliver Bjorkstrand
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann will have a hearing with the NHL Player Safety for high-sticking Tampa Bay Lightning forward Oliver Bjorkstrand.
Ben Danford News / TheLeafsnation / December 9
Maple Leafs Prospect Roundup: Enter the Hildebeast, Danford vying for roster spot with Canada
Over an 82-game schedule, different stories emerge to tell the tale of a team’s season, and Dennis Hildeby is turning into quite a story for the Toronto Maple Leafs just when they need him the most.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 9
Maple Leafs’ Bobby McMann to have hearing for high-sticking Lightning’s Oliver Bjorkstrand
Toronto Maple Leafs’ forward Bobby McMann will have a hearing with the NHL’s Department of Player Safety Tuesday for high-sticking Tampa Bay Lightning forward Oliver Bjorkstrand during their game on Monday, the department announced Tuesday.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 9
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: A Tight Win, a Hot Goalie, and a Few What-Ifs
The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 last night. The game was one of those shot-for-shot, chance-for-chance games, with both teams tugging at the same piece of rope all night.
John Tavares News / TheLeafsnation / December 9
Maple Leafs’ John Tavares expands on importance of divisional wins
John Tavares feels the Toronto Maple Leafs are building some momentum after a stellar 2-0 victory over the division-leading Tampa Bay Lightning. Tavares played a huge role in the win, playing 17:43, adding one assist, and a plus-two rating.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 9
Leafs’ Jake McCabe praises Dennis Hildeby for improved confidence, puck play
For the second straight game, the Toronto Maple Leafs were outshot, relying on goaltender Dennis Hildeby to keep them in the game, with the offence struggling to produce goals.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 9
3 Takeaways From the Maple Leafs’ 2-0 Win over the Lightning
The Toronto Maple Leafs were back in action last night against the Tampa Bay Lightning, in what could have been the biggest game of the season so far. The Lightning are the Atlantic Division leaders and sat just four points up on the Maple Leafs coming into the game.
Morgan Rielly News / TheLeafsnation / December 9
Rielly believes Leafs are playing ‘important hockey’ after game-winner vs. Lightning
The Toronto Maple Leafs took home a big 2-0 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday night. While Auston Matthews added an empty-net goal with less than a second left in the game, the crucial marker came from Morgan Rielly in the first.
Dennis Hildeby News / TheLeafsnation / December 9
3 takeaways from Leafs-Lightning: Hildeby continues to improve case against returning to AHL
Just when it seemed like everybody (or maybe just me) was expecting a high-scoring thriller like we’ve typically seen between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Tampa Bay Lightning in recent years, the Leafs shut the door and played one of their better defensive games of the season to claim a crucial two points from the Lightning.
Dennis Hildeby News / TheLeafsnation / December 9
Maple Leafs’ Dennis Hildeby reflects on 1st career shutout: ‘It’s what I’ve been dreaming of’
Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Dennis Hildeby recorded the first shutout of his NHL career, and it comes with a cherished souvenir. Hildeby made 29 saves against the Tampa Bay Lightning to preserve a crucial 2-0 victory.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 8
Craig Berube on Bobby McMann receiving a match penalty vs. Tampa Bay: “I’ll take a closer look at it, but I had a tough time with that, to be honest with you”
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 2-0 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 14-11-4. On the team’s performance: Solid game.
Dennis Hildeby News / The Hockey Writers / December 8
Hildeby Blanks Lightning, Guides Maple Leafs to 2-0 Win
The Toronto Maple Leafs (14-11-4) had another great win in December. They’re 3-0-1 to start the month, and they showed their might tonight, defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning (16-11-2) 2-0.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 8
3 Maple Leafs Teams That Bounced Back After Slow Starts to the Season
Injuries remain a pressing concern for the Toronto Maple Leafs, who sit outside the playoff race as of Monday. But with three wins in their past four games and points in five of their past six, hints of optimism have begun to appear amidst a dreary start to the 2025-26 season.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / December 8
Craig Berube Announces Joseph Woll Injury Update Before Maple Leafs–Lightning Game
The Toronto Maple Leafs continued adjusting their goaltending picture this week after Joseph Woll landed on injured reserve with a lower-body issue, joining fellow goalie Anthony Stolarz on the shelf.
Christopher Tanev News / Athlon Sports / December 8
Maple Leafs Share Chris Tanev Injury Update Before Lightning Game
The Toronto Maple Leafs endured their first loss in four games on Saturday, dropping a game for the first time after winning three in a row dating back to Nov.
Joseph Woll News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 6
Maple Leafs goaltending situation hits new low with Joseph Woll injury
Woll had become Toronto’s de facto starter over the last few weeks.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / December 2
Maple Leafs need a simple plan to manage their injury woes
Setback after setback. The Toronto Maple Leafs learned on Monday that Brandon Carlo's expected return might take even longer than initially thought.
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