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Matthew Knies’ teammates rave about 3rd-period fight vs. Devils: ‘Fired up our whole bench’

The Toronto Maple Leafs delivered one of their best efforts of the season with the odds stacked against them to close out the calendar year. Down Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Chris Tanev, and Dakota Joshua, they responded with a spirited 4-0 win over Sheldon Keefe’s New Jersey Devils.

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Pete DeBoer shares his message to Craig Berube amidst replacement rumours

Speculation surrounding an eventual Craig Berube dismissal from the Toronto Maple Leafs has quieted slightly since the holiday break, but it was one of the hottest topics in the city through December.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / December 31

Worrying Maple Leafs Injury Update Emerges Before New Year

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ injury situation worsened before Tuesday's win with the loss of defenseman Chris Tanev and forward Dakota Joshua, both of whom missed the 4–0 victory over the New Jersey Devils.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 31

3 takeaways from Leafs-Devils: Woll’s wonderful game, McMann, Robertson’s season-best efforts, Knies’ electric fight

Today is gonna be the day That they’re gonna throw it back to you Say what you will about the 2025-26 Toronto Maple Leafs, they are far from predictable.

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Matthew Knies and Nico Hischier's Fight Draws Attention in Maple Leafs-Devils Game

Matthew Knies and Nico Hischier stole the spotlight Tuesday night in Toronto. The two dropped the gloves in a sparking reaction across the league. The fight came during a 4-0 win by the Toronto Maple Leafs over the New Jersey Devils at Scotiabank Arena.

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Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe calls out his team after Nico Hischier fight

New Jersey Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe wasn’t entirely displeased after Nico Hischier fought Matthew Knies in the third period of Tuesday’s 4-0 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 30

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs blank Devils 4-0 in hopeful omen for 2026

The Toronto Maple Leafs always seem to turn it on when they’re down a key player or two, and Tuesday night’s 4-0 win against the New Jersey Devils was a perfect example.

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Joseph Woll stops 33 shots as Maple Leafs blank Devils

Joseph Woll stopped 33 shots to earn his first shutout of the season Tuesday night as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the visiting New Jersey Devils 4-0.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 30

Woll Shines as Maple Leafs Shutout Devils 4-0

The Toronto Maple Leafs were back in action tonight as they hosted the New Jersey Devils. These games are always interesting because it marks the return of former head coach Sheldon Keefe, who is now working his magic in New Jersey.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 30

Auston Matthews' injury presents steep challenge for Leafs

Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews' injury presents steep challenge for Toronto

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced that star forward Auston Matthews will be out day-to-day due to a lower-body injury. Matthews suffered the injury on a blocked shot in Sunday’s overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings.

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Auston Matthews News / TheLeafsnation / December 30

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews ruled out vs. Devils, day-to-day with lower-body injury

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews is ruled out of Tuesday’s game against the New Jersey Devils with a lower-body injury, the team confirmed prior to warm-ups.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 30

Sheldon Keefe raves about Auston Matthews, on the verge of Leafs’ goal record

Sheldon Keefe will be behind the opponents’ bench Tuesday, but he still holds his former colleagues in high esteem. Keefe and the New Jersey Devils will be squaring off against the Toronto Maple Leafs, to close out the calendar year.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 30

Pete DeBoer explains why he told Craig Berube he isn't coming for his job as Leafs coach

According to Pete DeBoer, he won’t be behind the bench in Toronto anytime soon.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / December 30

Maple Leafs Injury Crisis Continues to Grow

The Toronto Maple Leafs' injury problems continue to get worse. Four players are currently dealing with health issues, creating a major headache for the organization at the worst possible time of year.

Dakota Joshua News / NHL Trade Talk / December 30

Maple Leafs Being Cautious After Concerning Dakota Joshua Injury Update

The Toronto Maple Leafs are dealing with another concerning injury, and this one carries some uncertainty that the organization will have to approach with caution.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 30

Craig Berube says Dakota Joshua’s injury is kidney related, throws support behind Jacob Quillan

The Toronto Maple Leafs got hit by a last-minute attack from the injury bug. After losing William Nylander to a lower-body-injury for Sunday’s game against the Detroit Red Wings, the Leafs left that game with Auston Matthews, Dakota Joshua, and Chris Tanev also hurt.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 30

Chris Tanev, Dakota Joshua Out Longer-Term

After previously being ruled out for tonight’s game, it’s clear Maple Leafs skaters Chris Tanev and Dakota Joshua will miss more time than that. Tanev

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 30

Maple Leafs Analyst is Riding With Auston Matthews Until the Wheels Fall Off

There’s always going to be noise surrounding the top players on the Toronto Maple Leafs—that just comes with the territory—but lately, it’s taken on a life of its own in a way Auston Matthews has never really faced before.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 30

Injuries Piling Up Again for the Maple Leafs: Call for Reinforcements

The Toronto Maple Leafs are once again dealing with a growing list of injuries at the worst possible time, creating uncertainty around their lineup and who will be available.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 30

Maple Leafs Recall Matt Benning, Jacob Quillan

The Maple Leafs have recalled defenseman Matt Benning and center Jacob Quillan from the AHL’s Toronto Marlies, according to a team announcement. Toronto’s active roster is full, so two corresponding moves will be necessary.

Nick Robertson News / TheLeafsnation / December 30

How Nick Robertson is carving himself a top-9 role and future with Maple Leafs

Nick Robertson deserves to be in the Toronto Maple Leafs’ lineup each, and every game. The shifty winger continues to develop into a complete player under Craig Berube’s system, and recently, Robertson’s elevated his game, and is quickly becoming one of the most important players on the Maple Leafs’ roster.