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NHL News / Editor In Leaf / August 14
Maple Leafs' David Ayres nightmare won't happen again thanks to NHL rule change

Maple Leafs' David Ayres nightmare won't happen again thanks to NHL rule change

For Toronto Maple Leafs fans, they have watched their team go through endless amounts of heartbreak, especially in recent years, as they try to end their Stanley Cup title drought, dating back to 1967.

NHL News / Yardbarker / December 5
Capitals turn to food writer to serve as emergency backup goalie

Capitals turn to food writer to serve as emergency backup goalie vs. Ducks

The Washington Capitals had a new backup goalie on Friday night for their game against the Anaheim Ducks, and it might not be a name most hockey fans are familiar with.

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NHL News / Dose.ca / July 11, 2025
The end of emergency goaltending (as we know it) in the NHL

The end of emergency goaltending (as we know it) in the NHL

When a team has to call on an emergency goalie in the NHL, it always makes for a great story. We all remember, after all, David Ayres and his victory over the Leafs in 2020… hehe.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz
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NHL News / Blade of Steel / October 23, 2024
Intoxicated Zamboni Driver Arrested After Wrecking Boards at Quebec Rink

Intoxicated Zamboni Driver Arrested After Wrecking Boards at Quebec Rink

A Zamboni driver from Gatineau is making headlines today after he crashed his Zamboni into the boards, leading to his arrest. The man behind the wheel of the ice resurfacing vehicle remains anonymous as local police did not release his name.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / Maple Leafs Daily / October 7, 2024
David Ayres, Who Famously Beat Maple Leafs as EBUG for Hurricanes, Officially Signs Contract at 47

David Ayres, Who Famously Beat Maple Leafs as EBUG for Hurricanes, Officially Signs Contract at 47

David Ayres, who is famously remembered as the EBUG that defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs, signed a contract in the OSHL to continue his playing career.

NHL News / Hockey Patrol / October 6, 2024
David Ayres, Former Maple Leafs Zamboni Driver Who Defeated Them, Signs a New Hockey Contract

David Ayres, Former Maple Leafs Zamboni Driver Who Defeated Them, Signs a New Hockey Contract

David Ayres, the former Toronto Maple Leafs zamboni driver who helped the Carolina Hurricanes beat them, signed a new hockey contract. It's very unusual to see teams use emergency backup goaltenders (ebug), but sometimes, they have no choice.

25 of the biggest sports moments from April

25 of the biggest sports moments from April

We could all use some fun sports memories right now, so here are 25 of the biggest sporting moments to ever happen in April.

April 11 in sports history: Hey, Babe Ruth could pitch too
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