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Craig Berube says William Nylander had his best game in a while despite loss to Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs squandered what was a pretty solid 60-minute effort against the San Jose Sharks with a horrible showing in overtime to lose 3-2 to the San Jose Sharks.

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Maple Leafs Should Explore a Trade For Blackhawks’ Connor Murphy

The Toronto Maple Leafs are dealing with a ton of injuries on their blue line this season. Unfortunately, they are without two of their best defensemen, Chris Tanev and Brandon Carlo.

William Nylander News / TheLeafsnation / December 12

William Nylander says Maple Leafs must build confidence after busting power play slump vs. Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to struggle to string together wins, falling 3-2 in overtime to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night. In the absence of Bobby McMann, who was serving a one-game suspension, Craig Berube shook up his lines for Thursday’s contest.

Henry Thrun News / TheLeafsnation / December 12

Henry Thrun admits he had an extra gear facing his former team following loss to Sharks

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Henry Thrun finally got his chance to prove himself again in the NHL when he made his season debut on Thursday against the San Jose Sharks.

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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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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 12

4 takeaways from Leafs-Sharks: Hildeby outstanding, Nylander’s critical error outweighs strong game

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Dennis Hildeby exceeded all expectations upon being thrust into the starting role, and once again appeared poised to steal a victory.

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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 / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 12

Game Review: Maple Leafs, careless with the lead, fall to Sharks in OT

Similar to the shootout losses against the Sharks last season, the Maple Leafs let a very winnable game slip away in this 3-2 overtime loss to San Jose.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 11

Craig Berube on the Leafs coughing up the lead vs. SJ: “We turned pucks over… We were passive… We didn’t finish them off”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 3-2 overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 14-11-5. On a 2-0 lead getting away from the team: In the third period, we didn’t come out and dictate how to play the game.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 11

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs squander solid regulation effort with lousy overtime effort vs. Sharks

When you look at the box score of tonight’s Toronto Maple Leafs game, the numbers aren’t terrible. The San Jose Sharks outshot them 32-30, indicating a strong performance for both goaltenders in regulation, and the Sharks came out on top.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 11

Sharks Tie it Late & Beat the Maple Leafs 3-2 in Overtime

The Toronto Maple Leafs are taking on the San Jose Sharks in their first matchup of the season at Scotiabank Arena. Both teams come into this game having played well in their last 10 games.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 11

Sharks' Ryan Reaves on facing Leafs: 'They basically said I couldn't play anymore. And I'm back'

Veteran tough guy Ryan Reaves has always made for a good interview, including during his two-year stint with the Toronto Maple Leafs that ended last season.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 11

4 Unsung Heroes Driving the Maple Leafs’ Recent Success

It’s tough to reconcile the alternately good and bad realities facing the Toronto Maple Leafs right now. On one hand, they have won five of their past seven games and have points in five straight while re-asserting themselves firmly in the Atlantic Division mix.

Nazem Kadri News / NHL Trade Talk / December 11

How a 'What If' Maple Leafs Trade Made Nazem Kadri Grow Up

I recall seeing Nazem Kadri play in Toronto as if it happened yesterday. The young player could electrify a room. He was lively, passionate, and perhaps more than a bit uncontrolled at times.

Christopher Tanev News / NHL Trade Talk / December 11

Coach Rules Out Season-Changing Move for Maple Leafs’ Chris Tanev

The Toronto Maple Leafs are still without a clear return timeline for defenseman Chris Tanev, and head coach Craig Berube isn’t entertaining any dramatic moves without more information.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Maple Leafs Make Roster Move After New Injury Development (edited)

The Toronto Maple Leafs made significant roster changes Wednesday as injuries continued to impact their blue line. The club placed defenseman Dakota Mermis on injured reserve and recalled Henry Thrun from the Toronto Marlies ahead of Thursday’s game against the San Jose Sharks.

Bobby McMann News / 6IX ON ICE / December 11

Bobby McMann suspended: Are the Toronto Maple Leafs treated unfairly by NHL Player Safety?

The Toronto Maple Leafs won their fourth game in their last five games on Monday against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Dennis Hildeby played exceptionally and continues to increase his stock.

Craig Berube News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Maple Leafs’ Craig Berube Makes Feelings Clear After NHL’s Punishment Decision

The Toronto Maple Leafs will be forced into roster adjustments ahead of Thursday’s meeting with the San Jose Sharks after Monday’s matchup with the Tampa Bay Lightning left them without forward Bobby McMann.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Maple Leafs Coach Craig Berube Responds to William Nylander Move

The Toronto Maple Leafs enter Thursday’s matchup against the San Jose Sharks after winning four of their last five games, but with an adjustment to their forward lines in search of more production.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 11

Maple Leafs Weekly: Hildeby, Tanev & Mock Trades

Another week has wrapped for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and there’s plenty to sort through. This past week there was a lot of news surrounding the team. But before we get into that, let’s take a closer look at how well they played.

Christopher Tanev News / NHL Trade Talk / December 10

Insider Hints That Chris Tanev’s Season & Career Are in Trouble

Something shifted this week in speculation about when Chris Tanev might return to the Toronto Maple Leafs. This week, videos from the intermission of the Maple Leafs’ 2-0 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning showed Tanev skating.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / December 10

Leafs injury news: Dakota Mermis placed on IR, Henry Thrun recalled

The Toronto Maple Leafs placed defenseman Dakota Mermis on injured reserve with a lower-body injury, retroactive to Dec. 8, according to a team statement Wednesday.

Troy Stecher News / 6IX ON ICE / December 10

The curious case of Troy Stecher

Just a few weeks ago, the Toronto Maple Leafs were last in the Eastern Conference. However, over the last few games, things have seemingly been coming together.

Bobby McMann News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 9

NHL suspends Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann for high-sticking

The NHL Department of Player Safety has announced that Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann has been suspended.

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Christopher Tanev News / NHL Trade Talk / December 9

Maple Leafs, Chris Tanev Weigh Surgery Option: Will He Return?

The Toronto Maple Leafs expect clarity this week on whether defenceman Chris Tanev will undergo a structural procedure for whatever is ailing him, and the hope is that, if the surgery is a go, he could still return before the end of the regular season.