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Why the Toronto Maple Leafs need to re-sign Scott Laughton

Right before the New Year, the Toronto Maple Leafs have gone on an impressive run. In their last 10 games, they are 6–2–2. Despite this run, the Leafs are still one point out of a Wild Card spot in the arms race that is the Eastern Conference.

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Game Review: Fatigued Maple Leafs continue to struggle defensively in loss to Wild

Yeesh. The first five minutes of this game looked like it could’ve been a much different type of night, as the Leafs tilted the ice and created good looks for Easton Cowan off an OEL-generated rebound and a deflection off the ref that set up Steven Lorentz, who could easily have three or four goals […]

Joseph Woll News / TheLeafsnation / January 20

Maple Leafs’ Joseph Woll holds himself accountable after allowing five goals to Wild

Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Joseph Woll took ownership of his performance on Monday where he gave up five goals to the Minnesota Wild. After coming off a four-game road trip out west, the team’s first game back in Toronto to kick off a five-game homestand did not go according to plan.

Anthony Stolarz News / TheLeafsnation / January 20

Maple Leafs assign goaltender Anthony Stolarz to AHL’s Marlies on conditioning loan

The Toronto Maple Leafs have assigned goaltender Anthony Stolarz to the Toronto Marlies of the American Hockey League on a conditioning loan, the team announced Tuesday morning.

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Dougie Hamilton News / The Hockey Writers / January 20

Maple Leafs Pivoting to Dougie Hamilton Isn’t a Bad Idea

While the Toronto Maple Leafs have recently seen some success as they have gone 6-2-2 in their last 10 games, there’s always a need to make improvements to the roster.

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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.

Auston Matthews News / TheLeafsnation / January 20

Auston Matthews says Maple Leafs were ‘flat from the start’ in loss to Wild

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ homestand got off to a rocky start on Monday, falling 6-3 to the Minnesota Wild. It was a tough result for a team looking to climb their way back into playoff contention amidst a recent strong stretch of games.

Joseph Woll News / TheLeafsnation / January 20

3 takeaways from Leafs-Wild: Woll’s worst start of season, net-front defence completely absent

Weathering the impact of a condensed schedule due to the upcoming Olympics, the effects of a four-game road trip are more pronounced than usual. This may be a ready-made excuse for a Toronto Maple Leafs team that showed up completely flat on home ice during a 6-3 loss to the Minnesota Wild.

Auston Matthews News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 20

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews passes Borje Salming on all-time franchise list

Auston Matthews has been the beating heart of the Toronto Maple Leafs ever since they drafted him first overall in 2016. During Matthews’ stint thus far

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / January 20

Maple Leafs Hand Wild an Easy Two Points

The Toronto Maple Leafs opened a big homestand Saturday night, and it went about as badly as it could. A 6–3 loss to a Minnesota team that didn’t even have its full lineup dressed.

Troy Stecher News / Professor Press Box / January 20

Stecher Got His Shot — And Toronto Is Benefitting From It

Sometimes, all a player needs is a real opportunity. For Troy Stecher, that chance has arrived in Toronto — and he’s taking full advantage. What used to be 13 or so minutes a night with the Oilers has grown into over 20 minutes per game with the Maple Leafs.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / January 19

Instant Reaction: Maple Leafs deliver a stinker vs. Wild in first game since road trip

Monday night’s game between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Minnesota Wild was a tale of one team getting baited and the other team doing the baiting.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / January 19

Why Does John Tavares Wants Scott Laughton on His Line?

If John Tavares is talking up a teammate, it’s usually worth listening. He doesn’t waste words, and he doesn’t flatter for sport. So when he describes Scott Laughton as a “funny dude that competes like hell,” that combination matters.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 19

Maple Leafs Dodged a Bullet With the Rasmus Andersson Trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs were linked to a Rasmus Andersson trade prior to the defenseman being acquired by the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday. While it wasn’t clear if the Maple Leafs were ever close, the Golden Knights gave up a pretty good haul and did so without any guarantee of an extension.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 19

Maple Leafs’ Craig Berube has no update on William Nylander’s groin injury

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming in off a 4-3 overtime victory over the Winnipeg Jets. They did not have William Nylander in the victory, as Nylander was injured in the loss to the Vegas Golden Knights last Thursday.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / January 19

Maple Leafs Need to Show Road Dominance to Save Their Season

After a tumultuous start to the season, the Toronto Maple Leafs head into this week just one point back of a playoff spot, thanks to securing at least a point in 12 of their last 13 games.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / January 19

Maple Leafs in the Wild: Can Toronto Turn Close Calls Into Control?

If there’s one thing you can say about the Maple Leafs lately, it’s that they’re learning how to survive in uncomfortable spots. Saturday’s win in Winnipeg wasn’t flashy.

Morgan Rielly News / Athlon Sports / January 19

Maple Leafs' Morgan Rielly Gets Called 'Weak Defender'

Criticism is growing around Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly after a blunt assessment from Leafs Nation's analyst Zack Phillips. Speaking on The Leafs Nation, Phillips questioned Rielly’s defensive play and effort during a demanding stretch of the season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / January 19

Maple Leafs Injury Update: Nylander, Knies & More

The Toronto Maple Leafs cannot catch a break this season when it comes to injuries. It has been something that has plagued them since the first puck was dropped and has played a large role in how their season has gone.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Breakaway on SI / January 19

Maple Leafs Forward's Injury Timeline Uncertain Ahead of Olympics

The Toronto Maple Leafs don’t know when forward William Nylander will be back on the ice. Nylander, who suffered a groin injury in the team’s 6-5 overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights on Jan.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / January 19

Maple Leafs’ John Tavares raves about Auston Matthews’ ability to drive team on both sides of puck

The Toronto Maple Leafs return home to face the Minnesota Wild after a four-game road trip that saw them go 2-1-1, to help improve the team’s overall record to 24-16-8 through 48 games.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / January 19

Maple Leafs Defenseman Added to Insiders Latest Trade Board

A new name has surfaced on TSN insider Chris Johnston’s latest trade board, and it’s Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Simon Benoit. The physical blueliner had been sidelined the last two games with an upper-body injury, though he is expected to return to action Monday night against Minnesota, so it shouldn’t impact any potential move.

Jacob Quillan News / TheLeafsnation / January 19

Maple Leafs call up Jacob Quillan from AHL’s Marlies

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced on Monday that they have recalled forward Jacob Quillan from the AHL’s Toronto Marlies. This comes after William Nylander reaggravated his lower-body injury on Thursday against the Vegas Golden Knights and was deemed questionable for Monday’s game against the Minnesota Wild.