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William Nylander, Joseph Woll rescue Maple Leafs from rough process in win vs. Flames

It can often be reductionist to chalk up a victory to two superlative performances, but that’s exactly what happened on Monday evening. William Nylander was dominant during a homecoming game, while Joseph Woll shut the door, as the Toronto Maple Leafs secured a 4-2 victory over the Calgary Flames.

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Craig Berube on the lack of penalty calls in the Leafs’ favour: “I don’t have an answer for that… I do, but I’m not going to tell you”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 4-2 win over the Calgary Flames, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 26-21-9. On the team’s performance: There were a lot of momentum swings in the game, I thought.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / February 3

Maple Leafs Escape Calgary with 4-2 Win: Can They Keep It Together?

The Toronto Maple Leafs finally got a little breathing room on the road, surviving a 4-2 win over the Calgary Flames in their penultimate game before the Olympic break.

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How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

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William Nylander News / Field Level Media / February 3

William Nylander shines as Leafs beat Flames for 8th straight time

William Nylander scored once in a three-point game and the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs posted a 4-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Monday. Matias Maccelli, Troy Stecher and Bobby McMann also scored for the Maple Leafs, who have won two consecutive games since losing six straight (0-5-1).

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

William Nylander News / TheLeafsnation / February 3

Instant Reaction: William Nylander wills Maple Leafs to a win in his hometown

Over the course of an 82 game season and the 108 years of the Toronto Maple Leafs existence, there have been plenty of people to blame for their lack of success, but tonight I offer you a fresh name – Lord John Graves Simcoe.

Morgan Rielly News / NHL Trade Talk / February 2

Rielly, Virtue & the Maple Leafs: Why a Trade Isn’t Simple

People have been talking about Morgan Rielly moving on from the Toronto Maple Leafs. But he seems to love Toronto, and he has a no-trade clause. That means he decides, and there’s nothing to suggest he wants out of Toronto.

Morgan Rielly News / Daily Faceoff / February 2

Leafs’ Morgan Rielly won’t return until after Olympic break

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube announced that defenseman Morgan Rielly won’t return to the lineup until after the Olympic break. The Leafs only play two more games before they break for the Olympics, that coming on Monday against the Calgary Flames and on Tuesday against the Edmonton Oilers.

Noah Chadwick News / Maple Leafs Hotstove / February 2

Ryan Kirwan records first AHL goal, Noah Chadwick scores late to earn the Toronto Marlies a point in Laval

“We had our chances. [Jacob] Fowler made some big saves. At the end of the day, it’s definitely exciting for our group to know that we can play with one of the league’s best.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Professor Press Box / February 2

Friedman's Call: Matthews’ Calm Doesn’t Mean He Doesn’t Care

Auston Matthews isn’t the loudest star in the room. He doesn’t throw himself into every interview; he doesn’t give fiery speeches, and if you’re used to dramatic personalities, it can sometimes read as detachment.

Morgan Rielly News / The Hockey Writers / February 2

Maple Leafs Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Pivoting to Selling, Rielly Injury, Olympic Break

The Toronto Maple Leafs are entering the 17th week of the NHL season and, to be honest, it hasn’t gone well. This past weekend, they finally made it clear that they’re pivoting toward selling.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 2

Leafs practice notes: Joseph Woll projected to start vs. Flames, Morgan Rielly misses skate after upper-body inury

The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to kick off a back-to-back in Alberta to close out the pre-Olympic portion of the 2025-26 season, beginning with the Calgary Flames on Monday night.

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Bobby McMann News / The Hockey Writers / February 2

Trading Sought-After Forward Means Maple Leafs Cutting Bait on Season

According to TSN insider Darren Dreger, if the Toronto Maple Leafs decided to trade forward Bobby McMann, it means they’ve likely decided to cut bait on the season.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / February 2

Toronto Maple Leafs Cursed in Trades With Boston

The Toronto Maple Leafs should never make trades with the Boston Bruins. If the last 20 years have taught us anything, that should be a no-brainer. It has been one fleecing after another in the Bruins’ favor.

Auston Matthews News / 6IX ON ICE / February 2

Should the Maple Leafs trade Auston Matthews if they miss the playoffs?

This season has been anything but good for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Nearly everything about the season has been a disappointment, and it does not look like they will make the playoffs.

Brad Treliving News / The Hockey Writers / February 2

Should Brad Treliving Be the One Leading a Maple Leafs Reset?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are currently far out of a playoff spot, and that leads to the uncomfortable reality: almost no one is untouchable. Outside of Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and Matthew Knies, the organization has to be open to almost anything.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / February 2

Why the Maple Leafs need to prioritize Easton Cowan for remainder of season

Ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline, the Toronto Maple Leafs are positioned as clear sellers for the first time in a decade. Toronto is eight points out of the second wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference prior to Monday’s games, and the rest of the year is looking bleak.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / February 2

NHL Trade Deadline: What would it look like if Maple Leafs chose not to sell?

While the Toronto Maple Leafs have been playing inconsistently all season long, there’s enough talent on this team to make you believe that they could do serious damage down the stretch if they get hot at the right time.

Max Domi News / NHL Trade Talk / February 1

Watch This: Maple Leafs’ Domi About to Surprise Everyone

Watching Max Domi these days, there’s a sense of déjà vu. Not exact, but familiar. When I watch Domi play with Auston Matthews on the Toronto Maple Leafs first line, the player who keeps coming to mind is Nazem Kadri.

Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / February 2

Big trade avoided: Matthews gives Maple Leafs important reassurance

It sounds a lot like Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews is sticking around—and he wants to do so with no drama and no second thoughts. Even as the Maple Leafs appear to be falling apart and are in tough to make the playoffs this season, Matthews is committed to the team.

Brad Treliving News / 6IX ON ICE / February 1