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Instant Reaction: Easton Cowan scores OT winner as Maple Leafs grind out two points vs. Flyers

Easton Cowan loves Philadelphia. Returning to the building where he scored his first career NHL goal, Cowan called game in overtime to complete the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 2-1 comeback over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night.

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Craig Berube after the Leafs’ gutsy win in Philadelphia: “Scotty Laughton was really good again”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 2-1 overtime win over the Philadelphia Flyers, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 21-15-7. On the team gutting out a tight, low-scoring game: Yeah, it was a tight game at five-on-five.

Easton Cowan News / Field Level Media / January 8

Easton Cowan, Maple Leafs edge Flyers in overtime

Easton Cowan scored midway through overtime, lifting the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 2-1 road victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday. After a wild sequence of scoring opportunities for both teams, John Tavares skated up on a 2-on-1 with Cowan.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / January 8

How Far Can the Maple Leafs Really Go This Season?

If you’ve been scrolling MoneyPuck lately, you might be surprised at how bad they think the Toronto Maple Leafs really are. They have a 22.4% chance of making the playoffs.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / January 8

The Maple Leafs Didn’t Play Slow: They Played Scared

Earlier this season, as the Toronto Maple Leafs kept losing, they looked slow. Not tired and not necessarily overmatched. Just… slow. Pucks died on their sticks.

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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.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / January 8

Craig Berube on Brandon Carlo’s fit on a pairing with Morgan Rielly: “Brandon is a stabilizer… It gives Morgan a little bit more freedom to do his thing up the ice”

Ahead of Thursday’s game in Philadelphia, Craig Berube discussed Scott Laughton’s impact on the Leafs on and off the ice, Max Domi and Bobby McMann complementing Auston Matthews, Brandon Carlo’s fit with Morgan Rielly, and the challenge presented by the Flyers.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Matthews, Woll, Carlo & Game Changers

The Toronto Maple Leafs face the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday, riding both momentum and meaning. Tuesday’s 4–1 win over the Florida Panthers wasn’t just another solid result at home; it was also a night that connected the present to the past.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 8

Leafs lineup news: Hildeby projected to start vs. Flyers, Nylander expected to miss 6th consecutive game

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Dennis Hildeby is projected to start Thursday’s game against the Philadelphia Flyers, via David Alter of The Hockey News.

Easton Cowan News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

Surfacing Cowan Trade Talk Hints Maple Leafs Done Waiting

When insiders like Nick Kypreos float the idea that the Toronto Maple Leafs might be open to trading Easton Cowan, the reaction is predictable. Fans tend to have two reactions.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 8

The tables have turned on the Mitch Marner Toronto-to-Vegas move

Mitch Marner’s decision to go from Toronto to Vegas will forever be talked about, debated, and scrutinized. The same can be said for his tenure as a Maple Leaf, which featured plenty of highs but also some notable lows in the biggest moments—ultimately leading to his departure.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

The Problems the Maple Leafs Still Need to Solve

On the surface, the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 4–1 win over the Florida Panthers looks like exactly the kind of result the team needs right now. Two points banked.

William Nylander News / NHL Trade Talk / January 8

Are the Maple Leafs Better Without William Nylander? Analyst Weighs In

The Toronto Maple Leafs desperately needed to get on a roll and start piling up points in the standings, and since the holiday break, that’s exactly what they’ve managed to do.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 8

Brandon Carlo headlines several Maple Leafs players on latest Daily Faceoff trade board

As the National Hockey League season approaches the Olympic break, fans have a lot to get excited about, besides just watching their favourite players representing their native countries in Milan.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 8

NHL Predictions: January 8th Toronto Maple Leafs vs Philadelphia Flyers

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, here at Last Word on Hockey, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for NHL games. For this edition, we will look at the Toronto Maple Leafs facing off against the Philadelphia Flyers.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 8

Roy-Cowan-Robertson line developing into impact trio for Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube has found an effective third line, and he’d be wise to stick with them for the rest of the season. The trio of Nicolas Roy, Easton Cowan, and Nick Robertson have been together for a few games now and with their mesh of skillsets, are impacting the game from Toronto’s bottom six.

Auston Matthews News / Field Level Media / January 7

Auston Matthews, Leafs face Flyers in clash of contenders

Auston Matthews aims to continue his latest hot streak Thursday when the Toronto Maple Leafs visit the Philadelphia Flyers. Matthews has enjoyed a pleasant start to 2026, scoring six times in three games since the calendar turned to January.

Christopher Tanev News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 7

Maple Leafs rumors: Olympic trade freeze adds to desperation after Chris Tanev injury

The Toronto Maple Leafs have begun to turn things around after a brutal stretch at the beginning of December, picking up a point in each of their last seven games — and winning five of them.

Nick Robertson News / 6IX ON ICE / January 7

Is Nick Robertson finally reaching his potential?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off a dominant 4–1 win against the back-to-back Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers. Once again, the Leafs can realistically make the playoffs, sitting two points out of a wild-card spot.

Brett Budgell News / Inside The Rink / January 7

ECHL: Brett Budgell Heads Overseas

Bloomington Bison forward Brett Budgell is heading overseas to the ICEHL to join Villacher SV after spending his first four seasons in North America. He will play alongside former Wheeling Nailers captain Nick Hutchison.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 8

Panthers coach Maurice on Marchand injury: 'Dealing with something we didn't want to make worse'

Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice provided an update on Brad Marchand, who left Tuesday’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs after taking a hit from Bobby McMann late in the second period.

Kings' Corey Perry granted leave to deal with family illness

Mason Marchment week-to-week with an upper-body injury, placed on IR

Wild want Kirill Kaprizov to recruit highly coveted trade target

A big-money forward is suddenly being linked to the Oilers

Mammoth to host Avalanche in the 2027 Winter Classic

Hall of Famer, ironman record holder Glenn Hall passes away at 94

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Inside The Rink / January 6

Toronto Maple Leafs Injury News Gets Worse

The Toronto Maple Leafs cannot seem to catch a break this season. Their injury problems continue to mount. Defenseman Chris Tanev is facing a potential long-term absence that could include surgery.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 6