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Berube isn’t changing Leafs’ lineup for Game 5, Kampf among other players waiting in the wings

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube will not be making any changes to his lineup as the team prepares to close out their first-round series against the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday.

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Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Berube, Stolarz & Core 4 Heroes or Heartbreak

The Toronto Maple Leafs return to Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday night with a chance to eliminate the Ottawa Senators in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference first-round series.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 28

Maple Leafs out to silence noise in Game 5 vs. Senators

Despite being up 3-1 in their best-of-seven Eastern Conference first-round series with the Ottawa Senators, the Toronto Maple Leafs are beginning to hear whispers of their recent failures to clinch playoff series.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 28

Craig Berube on Artem Zub’s hit on John Tavares: ‘Looked like a head shot to me’

The Battle of Ontario has earned its name through four games so far, delivering on its promise of a physical series on both ends of the ice. With that being said, it’s raised some questions on the officiating and how discipline is being administered between the two teams.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 28

Extra day off before Game 5 exactly what the doctor ordered for Maple Leafs

Rest is a powerful tool, and the Toronto Maple Leafs have taken advantage of it on home ice, all season long. After losing Game 4 by a score of 4-3 in overtime on Saturday in Ottawa, the Maple Leafs will host Game 5 on Tuesday, with an appreciated second day off in between games.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 27

Berube says Leafs played ‘extremely well’ in Game 4, expects response, very impressed with Knies, Nylander

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube met with reporters over Zoom on Sunday afternoon following his team’s 4-3 overtime loss to the Ottawa Senators in Game 4.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 27

Craig Berube says special teams were main factor in Maple Leafs’ Game 4 loss vs. Senators

With their backs against the wall, the Ottawa Senators managed to force Game 5 Saturday night, defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3 in yet another OT thriller.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / April 26

A Craig Berube evolution of the Toronto Maple Leafs

Let’s take a walk down memory lane. We’re in overtime. 14:15 to go in the frame. Dougie Hamilton sends a clean pass from the Bruins’ blueline straight to Patrice Bergeron, bypassing Toronto’s one–two–two setup.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 26

Cory Cross reflects on his OT goal vs. Senators in 2001, Simon Benoit, and Craig Berube

Former Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Cory Cross got a sense of deja vu when Simon Benoit scored the overtime winner in Game 3 against the Ottawa Senators on Thursday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 25

Craig Berube praises unlikely star Benoit after OT winner lifts Toronto to 3-0 series lead

The Toronto Maple Leafs now hold a 3-0 series lead over the Ottawa Senators, and it’s all thanks to an unlikely hero. Simon Benoit called game Thursday night, scoring his first-ever playoff goal as Toronto beat Ottawa 3-2 in overtime for a second consecutive game.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 24

How the Maple Leafs Defence Is Stealing Games in the Playoffs

For all the attention that the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ star forwards get — and they deserve — the real story in this series against the Ottawa Senators might be what’s happening at the other end of the ice.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 23

Craig Berube says Pontus Holmberg has reached another level following promotion to second line

The Toronto Maple Leafs didn’t have a perfect roster heading into the playoffs, but with the addition of Scott Laughton up front and Brandon Carlo on the back end, they plugged almost every hole they had to fill.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 22

Tomas Kaberle believes Craig Berube shares tendencies with Pat Quinn as Leafs prepare for Game 2

Former Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Tomas Kaberle was impressed with the job head coach Craig Berube did in getting his team prepared for Game 1. The Leafs set the tone right off the hop with an emphatic win over the Ottawa Senators on Sunday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 22

Craig Berube says Maple Leafs ready for pushback from Senators in Game 2

The stage is set as the Toronto Maple Leafs prepare to host the Ottawa Senators for Game 2 Tuesday night. Just one game in, the new era Battle of Ontario is already delivering the physicality and intensity promised, in the first playoff showdown between these rival groups since the early aughts.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 22

Berube thoroughly won coaching matchup in Game 1, now the pressure is on Senators’ Travis Green

If experience is the best teacher, Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube delivered some lessons that his Ottawa Senators counterpart Travis Green may quickly need to absorb, if the Battle of Ontario is to extend past this weekend.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 21

Berube’s Coaching Clinic Helps Maple Leafs Shut Down Senators

In playoff hockey, every decision matters — but behind the bench is where a series can be won or lost. Head coach Craig Berube delivered a tactical clinic in Game 1 of the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ first-round matchup against the Ottawa Senators.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 21

Craig Berube credits Maple Leafs keeping emotions in check as key to Game 1 victory

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube highlighted his team’s ability to withstand the physical onslaught as a key to their Game 1 win over the Ottawa Senators on Sunday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 21

Maple Leafs win one battle after another to set tone in opening game blowout

The Battle of Ontario is essentially the sum of many smaller conflicts, and the Toronto Maple Leafs won all of them comprehensively, stomping the Ottawa Senators with a 6-2 victory that doubled as a declaration of intent.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 20

Maple Leafs’ Craig Berube vocal on elite power play performance in Game 1

The Toronto Maple Leafs won Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday night. It’s a massive victory for them as they look to go on a deep playoff run.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 20

Maple Leafs Get Help on Defense for Game 1 vs. Senators

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube announced Sunday that veteran defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson is expected to be in the lineup for Game 1 of their first-round playoff series against the Ottawa Senators.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 20

Berube previews physical series ahead of Game 1 vs. Senators Sunday night

The Battle of Ontario takes centre stage in the playoffs Sunday night, as the Toronto Maple Leafs host the Ottawa Senators for game one of their first round contest.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / April 20

Maple Leafs Coach Points to Hidden Danger in Senators Matchup

The Battle of Ontario is set to resume Sunday night in Toronto, with the Toronto Maple Leafs prepared to host the Ottawa Senators and fight them on all fronts.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / April 19

Craig Berube Calls Out Tim Stutzle Ahead of Much Anticipated Battle of Ontario

The Battle of Ontario is set to be in full swing in less than 24 hours, and Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube is already calling out Senators forward Tim Stutzle.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Craig Berube Makes Big Matthew Knies Admission Before NHL Playoffs

The 2025 NHL playoffs are just days away, and for the first time in franchise history, the Toronto Maple Leafs are Atlantic Division champions. They pulled it off in Year 1 under head coach Craig Berube.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 16

4 Things Maple Leafs Head Coach Craig Berube Did Right in Year 1

When Craig Berube was hired as the head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs, there was an undercurrent of anxiety in Toronto. Known for his hard-nosed coaching style and no-nonsense demeanour, many fans braced for an autocratic approach that might not mesh with the skill-heavy roster.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / April 4

Berube Open to Coaching First as Maple Leafs Clinch Playoff Spot

With the Toronto Maple Leafs now locked into a playoff berth, head coach Craig Berube faces a rare but intriguing decision: Could a goaltending rotation be on the table for the post-season?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / House of Hockey / March 25

Leafs' Craig Berube loses cool at practice, berates players on the ice

The Toronto Maple Leafs have high hopes for their 2025 season, but at their latest practice, something wasn't right as Craig Berube has berated his players.

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Auston Matthews’ Leadership on Full Display for Maple Leafs

Why Pontus Holmberg shouldn’t be the odd man out for the Maple Leafs

Tavares Deserves to Remain Part of the Maple Leafs’ Future

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