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Why it’s time for the Maple Leafs to free Marshall Rifai

Just when the injury bug finally started to ease up on the Toronto Maple Leafs a little bit, they got hit with two more blows. First it was Dakota Mermis,

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 12

Craig Berube on whether Anthony Stolarz’s season is in jeopardy: “I wouldn’t go there, but he’s not going to be on the ice any time soon”

After Friday’s practice, head coach Craig Berube discussed the status of his injured players (OEL, Woll, Tanev, Stolarz, Rifai), letting the lead slip against San Jose, and the challenge against the Oilers.

Craig Berube News / Breakaway on SI / December 12

Maple Leafs' Craig Berube Gets Honest After Sharks Loss

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the San Jose Sharks, and Craig Berube made it clear afterward that his team is nowhere near the standard they need to reach to compete.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / December 12

Craig Berube Confirms Maple Leafs' Defenseman Surgery

The Toronto Maple Leafs entered Thursday’s 3-2 overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks already without key defensemen Chris Tanev and Brandon Carlo, and by the end of the game they had lost another defender in Oliver Ekman-Larsson.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 12

Craig Berube says William Nylander had his best game in a while despite loss to Sharks

The Toronto Maple Leafs squandered what was a pretty solid 60-minute effort against the San Jose Sharks with a horrible showing in overtime to lose 3-2 to the San Jose Sharks.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 11

Craig Berube on whether surgery is a possibility for Chris Tanev: “I don’t believe that’s an option right now… Just have to be patient and wait for the results (of his assessment)”

Ahead of Thursday’s game against San Jose, head coach Craig Berube discussed the play of the Matthews line, Chris Tanev’s health status, his time coaching Ryan Reaves, and the challenge against Macklin Celebrini.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 11

Craig Berube shows love to Ryan Reaves ahead of veteran’s return to Toronto

Thursday night marks the return of Ryan Reaves to Toronto after the former Maple Leaf was traded to the Sharks this summer. Reaves’ exit from the city came after he spoked candidly about feeling the team ‘lacked trust’ in his game last season, leading to limited playing time and an AHL stint.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Maple Leafs’ Craig Berube Makes Feelings Clear After NHL’s Punishment Decision

The Toronto Maple Leafs will be forced into roster adjustments ahead of Thursday’s meeting with the San Jose Sharks after Monday’s matchup with the Tampa Bay Lightning left them without forward Bobby McMann.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / December 11

Maple Leafs Coach Craig Berube Responds to William Nylander Move

The Toronto Maple Leafs enter Thursday’s matchup against the San Jose Sharks after winning four of their last five games, but with an adjustment to their forward lines in search of more production.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 10

Craig Berube believes Bobby McMann shouldn’t have been suspended for high-stick on Bjorkstrand

The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-0 on Monday night, and while most games between these two teams are high-scoring thrillers, the thrill came in a different form this time.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / December 8

Craig Berube on Bobby McMann receiving a match penalty vs. Tampa Bay: “I’ll take a closer look at it, but I had a tough time with that, to be honest with you”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 2-0 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 14-11-4. On the team’s performance: Solid game.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 8

Craig Berube says Nick Robertson’s game has ‘dropped off’ but reiterates confidence in him

It feels as though Nick Robertson has been a healthy scratch for about half of his NHL career. The young forward has battled inconsistency since he entered the league, and although he’s on pace to play more games in a season than ever before, he will once again be a scratch after a six-week run without missing a game.

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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.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 8

Why splitting up the stars could help fix the Maple Leafs’ struggling power play

The Toronto Maple Leafs are once again going through a tough stretch on the power play, where they are struggling to maintain momentum on their opportunities.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / December 7

Craig Berube believes Maple Leafs’ power play lacks confidence after loss to Canadiens

The Toronto Maple Leafs suffered a 2-1 shootout loss to the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, snapping their three-game winning streak. While the team started the game strong, it was ultimately the middle frame once again where things started to look a little sloppy.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 6

Maple Leafs’ Craig Berube provides breath of fresh air Joseph Woll injury update

The Toronto Maple Leafs are dealing with an injury to goaltender Joseph Woll. Woll is out with a lower-body injury. Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube is providing an update on his goalie, and Maple Leafs fans may be relieved to hear it.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / December 5

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Laughton, Hildeby & Berube’s Injury Silence

It’s been a week that feels almost tailor-made for reflection. The Toronto Maple Leafs have been juggling injuries, unexpected heroics, and the kind of small, chaotic moments that define a long NHL season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 3

'Wasn’t a Lot There': Berube Blunt While Scratching Maple Leafs Forward

“I think he obviously wants to play. We all know that — everybody wants to play — but he has handled it positively,” said Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube when asked about Matias Maccelli and his not being in the lineup.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 2

William Nylander Opens Up on Relationship with Craig Berube

William Nylander is off to the best statistical start of his NHL career so far in 2025-26. That may seem complicated to believe given the ups and downs of the Toronto Maple Leafs and some of the negativity that’s surrounded the team, but Nylander has been productive through it all.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / November 23

Maple Leafs must urgently correct a roster management error

The Toronto Maple Leafs cannot continue choosing their lineups based on sentimental value. Craig Berube must understand that the best players must play.

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / November 16

Maple Leafs HC Craig Berube's words fall short after loss to Blackhawks

Maple Leafs fans must be losing patience. And with good reason.

Colton Dach scores decider as Blackhawks edge past Maple Leafs

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / November 15

Chatter Around Craig Berube Starting to Heat Up as Maple Leafs Scuffle

Thursday night was an improvement in the box score for the Toronto Maple Leafs, earning a point in a 4-3 overtime loss to the red-hot Los Angeles Kings.