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Habs Win 2-1 In a Shootout And Snap A 11-Game Losing Streak In Toronto

The Montreal Canadiens beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 in a shootout on Saturday. This was their first victory at Scotiabank Arena since they won Game 7 of the North Division Semifinals and their first regular-season win since February 21st, 2021, snapping an 11-game losing streak in Toronto.

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Maple Leafs impressed by Dennis Hildeby’s confidence in crease

Dennis Hildeby is currently the Toronto Maple Leafs’ No. 1 goaltender, and the team is extremely confident he’s more than capable of getting the job done.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 7

2 Takeaways From the Maple Leafs’ 2-1 Shootout Loss to the Canadiens

The Toronto Maple Leafs were back in action against the Montreal Canadiens in their first game back at home after a six-game road trip. This is the third matchup between the two teams, and the season series is tied at one game apiece, with both games ending with a score of 5-2 Last night’s game was a hard-fought, tight-checking, defensive affair.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 7

Craig Berube believes Maple Leafs’ power play lacks confidence after loss to Canadiens

The Toronto Maple Leafs suffered a 2-1 shootout loss to the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, snapping their three-game winning streak. While the team started the game strong, it was ultimately the middle frame once again where things started to look a little sloppy.

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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.

Scott Laughton News / TheLeafsnation / December 7

Leafs’ Scott Laughton breaks down his short-handed slapshot goal vs. Canadiens

The Toronto Maple Leafs winning streak has come to end, falling 2-1 in a shootout to the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night. And while goaltender Dennis Hildeby was a bright spot throughout in keeping it a one-goal game, the team’s offence left something to be desired.

Craig Berube News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 6

Craig Berube on the Leafs dropping a point to the Habs: “We missed the net about 15 times, including on good opportunities… And power play has to come through for us, but it didn’t”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 2-1 shootout loss to the Montreal Canadiens, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 13-11-4. On the team’s performance: Good first period.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 6

Instant Reaction: Hildeby’s sensational effort not enough, Leafs fall 2-1 to Canadiens

The Montreal Canadiens finally exorcised their demons in Toronto, defeating the Maple Leafs 2-1 in a shootout. Dennis Hildeby was the story on Saturday night, as he turned away 33 of 34 shots.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 6

Canadiens Outlast Maple Leafs, Winning 2-1 in Shootout

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens face off in the third instalment of the Original Six matchup. The Maple Leafs come into this game with a three game winning streak and will be looking to extend that to four straight.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 6

External Trade Options for Maple Leafs With Woll a Question Mark

There is good news, bad news, and potentially even worse news in Toronto as it pertains to goaltender Joseph Woll. The bad news is that he’s out again with an injury.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Sick Podcast / December 6

Another Saturday Night Battle Between The Habs And The Maple Leafs

The Montreal Canadiens (14-9-3) are in action on the road to take on a familiar foe in the Toronto Maple Leafs (13-11-3) at 7:00 pm ET tonight. Both teams have exchanged 5-2 victories against each other during the first two meetings, with the Habs having won the most recent matchup on home ice two weeks ago.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 6

Craig Berube on the Joshua-Roy-McMann ‘identity’ line: “They have size, they’re really defensively responsible, and they’re forming chemistry now… Bobby McMann’s speed drives a lot of it”

Ahead of Saturday’s game against Montreal, head coach Craig Berube discussed Joseph Woll’s injury timeline, the team’s confidence in Dennis Hildeby, the keys to building off a successful road trip, the chemistry of his third line, and much more.

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Maple Leafs’ Craig Berube provides breath of fresh air Joseph Woll injury update

The Toronto Maple Leafs are dealing with an injury to goaltender Joseph Woll. Woll is out with a lower-body injury. Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube is providing an update on his goalie, and Maple Leafs fans may be relieved to hear it.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / December 6

Have the Toronto Maple Leafs found their third line?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off a commanding 5–1 win against the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday night. It was the fourth game in a row where the Leafs scored on their first shot.

Joseph Woll News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 6

Maple Leafs goaltending situation hits new low with Woll injury

Maple Leafs goaltending situation hits new low with Joseph Woll injury

Woll had become Toronto’s de facto starter over the last few weeks.

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Scott Laughton News / The Hockey Writers / December 6

Maple Leafs’ Scott Laughton: Veteran Presence Done Right

The Toronto Maple Leafs have always understood the importance of the dressing room. You can have speed, skill, and future stars, but if the locker room isn’t balanced — if there isn’t someone who keeps the mood grounded, sets the tone, and knows how to carry a room through the highs and lows — teams stumble.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / December 6

Maple Leafs Should Target Stanley Cup Champion

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a successful road trip as they wrap it up Saturday night in Montreal. The Leafs have won their last three consecutive games and have won four of their last five.

Troy Stecher News / TheLeafsnation / December 6

Troy Stecher’s strong play could influence Maple Leafs’ trade talks

The Toronto Maple Leafs may have found something on the ice in newcomer Troy Stecher, which means off the ice, general manager Brad Treliving could be changing his direction during trade conversations.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / December 5

Easton Cowan is the most important Toronto Maple Leafs rookie since Auston Matthews

The Toronto Maple Leafs may have started the season off slowly, but they are surging. They smacked the Carolina Hurricanes 5-1 last night and have won four of their last five games.