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NHL Predictions: December 16th Chicago Blackhawks at Toronto Maple Leafs

As the Toronto Maple Leafs get set to host the Chicago Blackhawks, this matchup feels like one of those games Toronto simply has to have. The Leafs are still searching for consistency and trying to solidify their place in the Stanley Cup Playoff picture, while the Blackhawks are in full rebuild mode.

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Maple Leafs Prospect Roundup: Danford pushing for spot with Canada, Koblar crushes the competition

Welcome back for another edition of the Toronto Maple Leafs Prospect Roundup here at The Leafs Nation. The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is in full swing, and we’re going to stick with that theme this week, going with a bit more of a rapid-fire style roundup.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 16

Top 10 best calls of Joe Bowen’s Maple Leafs play-by-play career

The Toronto Maple Leafs and their fans have been blessed by 44 years and nearly 4000 games of “HOLY MACKINAW” calls rattling through the foundation of their homes.

NHL News / Pension Plan Puppets / December 16

Maple Leafs Prospect Report: December 16th News and Stars

It's been a couple of weeks since my last prospect report. I was laid off from my job at the beginning of the month and let's just say my mind was not in a great place even before that.

Drew Doughty News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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?

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NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 16

The Leafs need their captain, and they need him now: Alberga’s Take

Tuesday night’s tilt with the Chicago Blackhawks feels like a sneaky big game for the Toronto Maple Leafs. And it’s not because they’re honouring the great Joe Bowen either.

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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.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 16

Auston Matthews offers self-assessment of recent form: ‘It’s fine, it’s been a grind lately’

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews spoke to reporters Monday, where he offered his own assessment of his recent form. Matthews did not speak to reporters following Saturday’s 6-3 loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 15

Craig Berube on the state of Auston Matthews’ game: “It’s not at the level he wants it at, or us… It’s not just about scoring goals… It’s the whole game in general”

After Monday’s practice, head coach Craig Berube discussed the recent performance of his captain and the top line, moving William Nylander onto Auston Matthews’ right wing, the organization honouring Joe Bowen on Tuesday night, and the status of Chris Tanev and Joseph Woll in their progress towards a return. Where is Auston Matthews’ game in […]

Christopher Tanev News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 15

Chris Tanev reflects on his injury in Philadelphia: “It was a bit of a scary situation, but when you’re surrounded by the right people, they really calm you down”

After his first contact practice since his injury in early November, Chris Tanev discussed the recovery process and his timeline for a return. How are you feeling after participating in your first full practice?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 15

Could Former 70-Point Defenseman Be a Maple Leafs Trade Target?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have been looking to shake up their roster for a while now, yet nothing has come close to fruition. Part of that can be attributed to a 6–3–3 stretch over their last 12 games, which has helped them climb back into the playoff mix, while injuries to a host of key contributors have also hindered their ability to make moves.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 15

Leafs practice notes: Chris Tanev resumes skating in regular jersey, Joshua returns after illness

The Toronto Maple Leafs may be getting a pivotal piece of their defensive corps back, as Chris Tanev returned to the ice for the Maple Leafs on Monday morning.

Auston Matthews News / TheLeafsnation / December 15

Auston Matthews: A Life in Hockey is the perfect Christmas gift for any Leafs fan

Auston Matthews is subject to life under the microscope as captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs. He’s as recognizable as any public figure within the City of Toronto.

Scott Laughton News / Last Word On Sports / December 15

How Scott Laughton has Revived his Toronto Maple Leafs Career

Scott Laughton has finally seemed to find his fit in the Toronto Maple Leafs lineup. Laughton was acquired during the trade deadline last season in a trade that sent Nikita Grebenkin and a conditional 2027 first-round draft pick the other way.

NHL News / 6IX ON ICE / December 15

The hype between an Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid matchup has fallen off

A couple of years ago, the Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid matchups were something that every hockey fan looked forward to. They are two superstars who are often near the top of the scoring, playing for historic NHL franchises.

Matias Maccelli News / TheLeafsnation / December 15

5 potential trade destinations for Maple Leafs’ Matias Maccelli

The Toronto Maple Leafs are interested in trading forward Matias Maccelli. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Maple Leafs are gauging the trade market on the struggling winger, and may be able to find a suitor for Maccelli in a few different teams that were interested in trading for him during last summer.

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 14

Maple Leafs vs. Oilers Looked Even — Until a Bad Habit Doomed Toronto

Going into Saturday’s matchup between the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs, this was a game that seemed like a coin flip might decide things. The Maple Leafs and Oilers were only a point apart in the league’s standings, and given their past meetings, any bet might have been a good one.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / December 14

NHL Rumours: Young Toronto Maple Leafs Forward Could be on the Move

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Rumours with the crew here at Last Word on Hockey. The Toronto Maple Leafs are looking to shake up their roster and improve their forward core.

Auston Matthews News / The Hockey Writers / December 14

Auston Matthews’ Fall-Off Is Forcing an Uncomfortable Conversation in Toronto

There was a time when the question of who was a better superstar, Auston Matthews versus Connor McDavid, was an honest debate. Believe it or not, it was not a hot-take exercise.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / December 14

Maple Leafs Fan Therapy Vol. 9: Toronto is not a serious organization, and we don’t deserve it

The Toronto Maple Leafs don’t deserve the fans they have. Yesterday, my parents went to the Leafs game. Every year, my parents try to go, if possible, to a Leafs home game against the Edmonton Oilers.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 14

Maple Leafs’ Danford & Johansson Will Bring Different Skillsets at World Juniors

With the World Junior Championship just weeks away, the Toronto Maple Leafs may not have quantity in terms of their prospects attending the event, but they will have quality.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / December 14

Craige Berube's Demand to Auston Matthews, Maple Leafs Leaders After Loss to Oilers

Craig Berube did not hide his frustration after the Toronto Maple Leafs lost 6-3 to the Edmonton Oilers at home on Saturday. Speaking to the media after the game, the coach pointed his message directly at Auston Matthews and the team’s leadership group.