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Tavares’ hot start and the small ice make an Olympic case for Maple Leafs’ centre

At the end of the month the Olympic rosters will need to be set, even if the league is still in a panic over the status of the arena. This means it is now or never for having the conversation about whether or not John Tavares should factor into Team Canada’s plans.

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The Maple Leafs needed Dennis Hildeby to stand tall – and he’s delivering

Anthony Stolarz hasn’t played since Nov. 11. Joseph Woll played two periods against Carolina on Dec. 4 before suffering his fourth injury over the past three years.

Bobby McMann News / The Hockey Writers / December 9

Maple Leafs’ McMann Suspended 1 Game for High-Sticking

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann has been suspended one game for high-sticking, the NHL announced on Tuesday night. McMann was given a match penalty on the play, which automatically triggered the league to look into it.

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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?

The 'Team Canada 2025 Four Nations Face-Off roster' quiz

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NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 9

Maple Leafs’ Bobby McMann suspended 1 game for high-sticking Lightning’s Oliver Bjorkstrand

The NHL Department of Player Safety has issued Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann a one-game suspension for high-sticking Tampa Bay Lightning forward Oliver Bjorkstrand.

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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 / 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.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 9

Are the Maple Leafs rediscovering their recipe for success? How can they fix the power-play mess? – Leafs Notebook

Just like that, after collecting nine of the last 10 available points, the Maple Leafs are three points back of the top spot in the Atlantic Division (with a game in hand on Detroit).

Bobby McMann News / Total Apex Sports / December 9

Bobby McMann Faces Hearing After Fiery Clash in Leafs-Lightning Game

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann is scheduled for a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Tuesday, a development that could see him sidelined with a suspension.

Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / December 9

'Double Whammy': Analyst on Why Auston Matthews’ Numbers Are Down

It’s not a stretch to say that Auston Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs saved their season over these last two weeks. After a sluggish start that had

NHL News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 9

Game Review: Maple Leafs lock down 1-0 lead, continue winning streak over Lightning

For the most part, this 2-0 victory followed the Maple Leafs’ formula that led to their regular-season division title success in 2024-25. It also pulled the Leafs within two points of the current division lead, despite all of their trials and tribulations this season.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 9

3 Takeaways from Maple Leafs 'Routine' 2-0 Win Over Lightning

Some nights come without big drama. Last night, fans watched a steady 2–0 Toronto Maple Leafs win over the Tampa Bay Lightning that felt… I don’t know… almost routine.

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The 'AL and NL MVPs since 2000' quiz

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Dennis Hildeby News / NHL Trade Talk / December 9

Hildeby’s First Shutout Proves the Maple Leafs Were Smart to Keep Him

Dennis Hildeby didn’t just have a memorable first in the NHL when he earned a shutout — he may have kicked off a full-blown goaltending debate in Toronto.

Scott Laughton News / 6IX ON ICE / December 9

Scott Laughton has revitalized the Toronto Maple Leafs’ fourth line

The Toronto Maple Leafs are 6–2–2 in their last ten games, and are currently two points out of a playoff spot. The Leafs’ recent play has been a sharp contrast to what we’ve seen in the last two months.

Ben Danford News / TheLeafsnation / December 9

Maple Leafs Prospect Roundup: Enter the Hildebeast, Danford vying for roster spot with Canada

Over an 82-game schedule, different stories emerge to tell the tale of a team’s season, and Dennis Hildeby is turning into quite a story for the Toronto Maple Leafs just when they need him the most.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 9

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: A Tight Win, a Hot Goalie, and a Few What-Ifs

The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 last night. The game was one of those shot-for-shot, chance-for-chance games, with both teams tugging at the same piece of rope all night.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 9

Leafs’ Jake McCabe praises Dennis Hildeby for improved confidence, puck play

For the second straight game, the Toronto Maple Leafs were outshot, relying on goaltender Dennis Hildeby to keep them in the game, with the offence struggling to produce goals.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 8

3 Maple Leafs Teams That Bounced Back After Slow Starts to the Season

Injuries remain a pressing concern for the Toronto Maple Leafs, who sit outside the playoff race as of Monday. But with three wins in their past four games and points in five of their past six, hints of optimism have begun to appear amidst a dreary start to the 2025-26 season.

Dennis Hildeby News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

Can Dennis Hildeby Hold Down the Net for the Toronto Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs are going to be without starting netminders Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz, with no timeline for the goalies. Dennis Hildeby has been the Maple Leafs’ backup this season, posting a .927 save percentage and a 2.51 goals against in seven contests.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / December 8

Craig Berube Announces Joseph Woll Injury Update Before Maple Leafs–Lightning Game

The Toronto Maple Leafs continued adjusting their goaltending picture this week after Joseph Woll landed on injured reserve with a lower-body issue, joining fellow goalie Anthony Stolarz on the shelf.