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Golden Knights, Jack Eichel have had preliminary extension talks

The Golden Knights and star center Jack Eichel had “loose, unofficial discussions at various points this season” in advance of him becoming eligible to sign an extension with Vegas on July 1, per David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period.

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Mitch Marner explains critical errors from Game 5 loss: ‘That’s obviously a big mistake’

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner is trying to block out the discourse ahead of the most critical game of his career, and took some accountability for his error-filled Game 5.

Matthew Knies News / The Hockey Writers / May 16

Maple Leafs Need Matthew Knies to Lead the Fight Tonight

If this is the last time I write before a game that truly matters to this iteration of the Toronto Maple Leafs, I want to go out on a limb. Where will the Maple Leafs’ fight to win come from?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / May 16

It’s now or never for the Maple Leafs ahead of Game 6

The Toronto Maple Leafs are in a familiar spot, though one that could spell the end for this version of the team. Game 6 of the Atlantic Division Final sees the Florida Panthers with the opportunity to eliminate the team that finished atop the division during the regular season.

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Mitch Marner News / The Hockey Writers / May 16

Insider Believes Maple Leafs’ Marner Headed to Free Agency

The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the brink of elimination as they try to fight back against the defending Stanley Cup champions, the Florida Panthers, as they try to force a seventh game.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 16

Craig Berube defends keeping Matthews and Marner together for Game 6: ‘I trust them’

The Toronto Maple Leafs are headed into a pivotal game facing elimination, while Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner are facing the brunt of the criticism from the media and fanbase.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 16

Calle Jarnkrok, Pontus Holmberg set to return for Maple Leafs in Game 6

The Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing to enter a game that could shape the future of the franchise, and it appears that head coach Craig Berube is going back to the lineup that’s worked the most so far.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / May 16

The Maple Leafs’ lineup ahead of Game 6 against the Panthers

The Toronto Maple Leafs entered Game 6 down 3–2 in the series against the Florida Panthers. The Maple Leafs are coming off of a 6–1 beatdown, with a fan throwing their Maple Leafs’ jersey on the ice after the poor performance.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 16

It’s referendum day for the Maple Leafs’ Core Four

John Tavares signed a seven-year pact with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Canada Day 2018, which accelerated the team’s contention timeline, sending the fan base into a frenzied zeal.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 16

Maple Leafs on the Brink: Is This the End of an Era?

The Toronto Maple Leafs have once again found themselves at a crossroads. After going up 2–0 in their second-round series against the Florida Panthers and coming within inches of taking a commanding 3–0 lead on the road, the team has now dropped three straight.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / May 16

Maple Leafs’ Defining Moment Has Arrived in Game 6

After a stunning 6-1 blowout loss to the Panthers in Game 5, the Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves backed into a corner, down 3-2 in the series, facing elimination on the road.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / May 16

NHL Predictions: Game 6 Toronto Maple Leafs vs Florida Panthers

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / May 16

Maple Leafs on the brink of elimination

The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the brink of being eliminated from the playoffs. Despite winning one more game and making it further than ever before, having their most complete team of the Auston Matthews era, and having home ice advantage, the Leafs have all but repeated the script.

Mitch Marner News / NHL Trade Talk / May 16

Insider on Marner: ‘Absolutely Zero Reason to Believe He’ll be Signing’

Friday night could be the last chance Mitch Marner and the Toronto Maple Leafs have to show signs that there’s a future for both of them moving forward.

Mitch Marner News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 16

'Zero reason' to believe Mitch Marner signs extension with Maple Leafs

Regardless of his lack of postseason success, Mitch Marner has done enough to go down as one of the better players in Maple Leafs franchise history. But as the end of his six-year, $65.41MM contract looms, it’s almost a certainty the top pending unrestricted free agent will indeed test the market this summer, writes Chris Johnston of The Athletic.

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Anthony Stolarz News / Blade of Steel / May 16

NHL Under Fire for Mishandling Stolarz's Symptoms Amid Fears It's Worse Than a Concussion

Anthony Stolarz was knocked out of the Maple Leafs matchup with the Florida Panthers, and now there's concern that it could be worse than a concussion.

Anthony Stolarz News / Athlon Sports / May 15

Maple Leafs Reveal Major Injury Update on Anthony Stolarz Entering Game 6

The Toronto Maple Leafs are just one game from being sent home for the season. Toronto will be looking to extend its second-round playoff series with the Florida Panthers in Game 6, but it'll have to win on the road to do so.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / May 16

The Maple Leafs’ Big Job for Friday: Reset, Regroup, Respond

After the blowout loss in Game 5, Toronto Maple Leafs fans didn’t expect a miraculous third-period comeback. What they wanted to see was something much more basic — pride.

Morgan Rielly News / House of Hockey / May 15

Morgan Rielly Shares His Thoughts on Maple Leafs Fans Throwing Jerseys on the Ice

Morgan Rielly has seen it all in his time with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and after seeing fans throw their jersey on the ice, he's blames the teams play for it.

Anthony Stolarz News / Daily Faceoff / May 15

Anthony Stolarz not expected to join Maple Leafs for Game 6

While progress is being made, there’s still no sign for one of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ netminders to return to action. When speaking to the media on Thursday,

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / May 15

The Maple Leafs are on the brink of elimination after dropping Game 5

Game 5 at Scotiabank Arena between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers was supposed to be an all-out war. Both teams wanted to take the 3–2 series lead, putting the other on the brink of elimination.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Full Press Hockey / May 15

Toronto Maple Leafs Continue To Fold Under the Pressure

In the biggest game of the season, and in what was a must-win game for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the entire team had a complete no-show, including the Core Four, as they lost 6-1 and trail the Florida Panthers 3-2 in their Round 2 series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.