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On YouTubeToronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 18
Game Review: Maple Leafs give up after falling behind in Washington 
The head coach called his club’s patently poor effort against Chicago a “character win” after the Maple Leafs pulled a rabbit out of their hat late in the third period on Tuesday.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 18
Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs reveal allergy to offensive zone in loss vs. Capitals
This Toronto Maple Leafs team seems incapable of capitalizing on momentum of any kind, and it’s getting more painful to watch by the day. On Thursday night,
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?
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 18
Maple Leafs' problems keep growing, but there is no easy fix
Things are getting ugly, and fast, for the Toronto Maple Leafs. And there's no easy way to correct all of their problems.
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 / December 18
Craig Berube on whether Matthew Knies deserves a Team USA Olympic spot: “He can be a real good player for them and complement some of the skill they’ve got… Hopefully, it happens”
Ahead of Thursday’s game in Washington, head coach Craig Berube discussed shifting Easton Cowan onto the second line, whether Matthew Knies deserves a spot on Team USA for the Olympics, the message to Matias Maccelli amid the string of healthy scratches, and the challenge against the Capitals. What kind of effort are you expecting from […]
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / December 18
Maple Leafs Look to Build Momentum as Road Trip Opens in Washington
The Toronto Maple Leafs begin a three-game road trip Thursday night against the Washington Capitals. The Leafs are coming off a 3–2 third period comeback win over the Chicago Blackhawks.
Craig Berube News / NHL Trade Talk / December 18
Maple Leafs Quick Hits: Injuries, Stecher & Berube on the Hot Seat
If you’re a Toronto Maple Leafs fan, there’s been enough good to keep you watching, and enough frustration to stop you from getting comfortable. That’s kind of where the Maple Leafs are living right now.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 18
Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Matthews, OEL, Joshua & Analytics
There are nights when the Toronto Maple Leafs look like they are still finding their footing, and others when it feels like they’re still searching for the right balance.
Matias Maccelli News / NHL Trade Talk / December 18
Matias Maccelli’s Role in Toronto Is Unclear—and the Bruins Are Watching
Trade speculation continues to swirl around Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matias Maccelli, who spent a ton of time on the ice Thursday morning talking to head coach Craig Berube.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 18
Leafs practice news: Cowan joins Tavares, Domi moved to 4th line, Hildeby will start vs. Capitals
Ahead of Thursday’s game against the Washington Capitals, Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube is shuffling the lines. Easton Cowan will join John Tavares on the second line, with Nick Robertson on the left wing, via David Alter of The Hockey News.
Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / December 18
Auston Matthews 'Asking Out' Is Suddenly Being Presumed in Toronto
For the first time in his career, some of the Toronto Maple Leafs fanbase have started to turn on Auston Matthews. It had always been Mitch Marner as the whipping boy, taking flak for his playoff performance, or William Nylander scrutinized for inconsistent effort, or even John Tavares for making $11 million to no fault of his own.
Rasmus Andersson News / 6IX ON ICE / December 18
Could the Toronto Maple Leafs make a trade for defenceman Rasmus Andersson?
The NHL saw its biggest trade of the season thus far when the Minnesota Wild acquired star defenceman Quinn Hughes from the Vancouver Canucks for Marco Rossi, Liam Ohgren, Zeev Buium and a first-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.
Marshall Rifai News / TheLeafsnation / December 18
Maple Leafs assign Marshall Rifai to Toronto Marlies on conditioning loan
Marshall Rifai has been loaned to the Toronto Marlies on a conditioning loan, the Maple Leafs announced Thursday. Rifai is gearing back up for action,
Matias Maccelli News / The Hockey Writers / December 18
3 Trade Destinations for Maple Leafs’ Matias Maccelli
It has been reported that the Toronto Maple Leafs are actively shopping some of their depth forwards in hopes of improving their roster. One of the names they are putting out there is Matias Maccelli.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 18
Maple Leafs Reportedly Exploring Trade Market
The Toronto Maple Leafs are reportedly exploring the trade market as they look to improve their roster. In a recent report from The Fourth Period, it was noted that general manager Brad Treliving is looking to add both a top-six forward and a top-four defenceman.
Max Domi News / TheLeafsnation / December 18
Max Domi needs his opportunities replaced with accountability
Max Domi has played with seven organizations over his 11 year career, and only twice has made it to a third year with a team. His first club, the Arizona
Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / December 17
Auston Matthews Broke an Unwritten Rule in Toronto—and It Didn’t Sit Well
There are markets where emotion is currency. In Philadelphia, you’re expected to snarl back. In Montreal, a glare can turn into mythology. And in New York, bravado is part of the costume.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / December 17
Breaking down the Toronto Maple Leafs top prospects and how their stock is rising
Having already traded their next two first-round picks, it goes without saying that the Toronto Maple Leafs are firmly focused on the season at hand. Outside the week-to-week performance of the team, there are other things to take into account.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Rumors / December 17
NHL Rumors: Toronto Maple Leafs Looking for a Top-Four Defenseman and Top-Six Forward
TSN: After the Quinn Hughes trade, to no surprise, the Calgary Flames got more calls on defenseman Rasmus Andersson, according to Pierre LeBrun. “What is going to be interesting is how the Flames handle that potential trade.
Anthony Stolarz News / Daily Faceoff / December 16
Leafs' Anthony Stolarz 'not making progress' on injury, seeing specialist
Concerning news for one of the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ backstops.
Joseph Woll News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 16
Maple Leafs To Activate Joseph Woll From Injured Reserve
Maple Leafs starter Joseph Woll will return to action tonight against the Blackhawks, head coach Craig Berube told reporters (including Chris Johnston of TSN and The Athletic).
Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / December 16
Breaking down how every Toronto Maple Leafs 2025 draft pick is doing this year
The Toronto Maple Leafs ended the 2024–25 season as one of the top teams in the league, and while they had some great roster players, they ended up missing out on a proper first-round draft pick.
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