Rangers vs. Maple Leafs: A Perfect Game
A perfect tank night: the kids produced, the Rangers lost, and the lottery odds got a little better.
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We don’t need to be worried about JJ Wetherholt
As most of you know, I was lucky enough to be invited to attend Winter Warmup as a reporter. Last year, I used that experience to write several season previews. Due to the late start of the top 20 prospect series (caused by waiting for Brendan Donovan to be traded), my Winter Warmup stories have […]
Recap: Zacha’s OT goal lifts Bruins to 4-3 win over Buffalo
Former Sabre Casey Mittelstadt tied the game late in the third period and Pavel Zacha scored just 38 seconds into overtime to give the Bruins a 4-3 win over the Sabres in Buffalo. Zacha’s goal, his 24th of the season, capped a back-and-forth game and gave the B’s a much needed win after a disappointing […]
Craig Berube on the Leafs’ 25 penalty minutes in their last two wins: “The guys are sticking up for each other, and I’ve got no problem with it… It goes a long way with culture and team chemistry”
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 4-3 win over the New York Rangers, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 31-29-13. On the team’s performance: I could tell early on that we were lacking a little juice tonight — travel, a tough game in Boston, and we used up a lot of energy. […] The post Craig Berube on the Leafs’ 25 penalty minutes in their last two wins: “The guys are sticking up for each other, and I’ve got no problem with it… It goes a long way with culture and team c...
Recap: Rangers Officially Eliminated from Postseason in 4-3 Loss to Toronto
The Rangers will miss the playoffs for the second consecutive season after firing 43 shots on goal but still falling to the Maple Leafs.
Game #72: New York Rangers vs. Toronto Maple Leafs Open Thread
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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. New York Rangers – Game #73 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info
It’s a four-point game in the tank wars as the Maple Leafs host the 31st-place Rangers at Scotiabank Arena (7:30 p.m. EST, Sportsnet). Game Day Quotes Craig Berube on the approach to this meeting between two non-playoff teams: Again, we are trying to approach every game with the competitiveness we need. I love the young […] The post Toronto Maple Leafs vs. New York Rangers – Game #73 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
Craig Berube on the Leafs’ mentors’ trip: “One of them wanted a couple of hockey cards signed by me… I was shocked”
Ahead of Wednesday’s game against NYR, head coach Craig Berube discussed the feel-good win in Boston, the motivation level against the bottom-feeding Rangers, and the vibe shift brought about by the mentors’ trip. What were the vibes like around the team after a big win in Boston? Berube: Good. I know we are not in […] The post Craig Berube on the Leafs’ mentors’ trip: “One of them wanted a couple of hockey cards signed by me… I was shocked” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
GDT: Leafs host the Rangers
SEGABABA.
Ten games left for the Marlies playoff push
They want to get to third place in the division, and they have a lot of work to get that done.
How the Flyers can land best draft pick possible from the Maple Leafs
A lot has been made about the misery that the Philadelphia Flyers season has been, but it doesn’t take long to realize that it could be a lot worse. Such as, not having your next two first-round draft picks and potentially sinking your entire organization into a state of mediocrity despite having some of the best players in the world on your hockey team. Famously, the Flyers do own the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 2027 first-round draft pick after somehow convincing them that forward Scott Laught...
How to watch the Maple Leafs (when the Maple Leafs aren't remotely worth watching)
For the first time in a decade, the Maple Leafs are playing out a stretch run with no playoff implications. While they haven’t been mathematically eliminated quite yet, the Leafs have been a dead team skating since the week after the Olympic break, when they vowed to make a late playoff push and then immediately face-planted to the tune of eight straight losses. It’s over. This team stinks. Hello darkness my old friend, and all that. But that’s the twist this time, because it’s been ten years ...
Ducks' Radko Gudas 'Feels Terrible' After Injuring Leafs' Auston Matthews
Anaheim Ducks captain Radko Gudas is in his feelings about kneeing Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews The physical defenceman got caught out of position last week, and delivered a vicious knee to the Maple Leafs' superstar, resulting in Matthews suffering a torn MCL. Matthews has since had surgery and is expected to make a full recovery ahead of training camp in September. Meanwhile, Gudas does it again, but this time, he's feeling very guilty about what took place. "I really hate the...
Craig Berube on Easton Cowan jumping into a fight against the 6’7 Zadorov: “He just has a lot of character, that kid… Being around the Hunter brothers, and learning about how to do things right, is a big part of it”
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 4-2 win over the Boston Bruins, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 30-29-13. On the keys to the victory: Well, special teams were a big key, obviously, with the penalties. The PK did a really good job, and the power play came up with a big […] The post Craig Berube on Easton Cowan jumping into a fight against the 6’7 Zadorov: “He just has a lot of character, that kid… Being around the Hunter brothers, and learning about how to do thin...
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Boston Bruins – Game #72 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info
The season from hell continues as Maple Leafs fans get to revisit the Brandon Carlo trade for three hours on tonight’s Leafs vs. Bruins broadcast (7:00 p.m. EST, TSN4). Game Day Quotes Jake McCabe on the type of game he’s expecting vs. the Bruins tonight: It is always a highly competitive guy against these guys. […] The post Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Boston Bruins – Game #72 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
Public Skate: Bruins vs. Maple Leafs
In normal times, this would be a nice early playoff preview, with the Bruins and Maple Leafs preparing to meet in the first round for the 1,399th consecutive year. Instead, the Leafs are just about the only Atlantic Division team not in the playoff picture (along with Florida), while the Bruins are hoping to hang […]
Craig Berube on dressing Michael Pezzetta for Leafs vs. Bruins: “In Boston, we’re going to need some physicality”
Ahead of Tuesday’s game in Boston, head coach Craig Berube discussed his lineup changes, the challenge against the Bruins, and the mentors’ trip. Easton Cowan made the comment about the group deflating on Saturday night. What have you made of how he’s been handling the losing in his first season? Berube: I don’t know if […] The post Craig Berube on dressing Michael Pezzetta for Leafs vs. Bruins: “In Boston, we’re going to need some physicality” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .
GDT: Leafs at Bruins
This is an important game - after this one, there are only 10 left.
Preview: Bruins host Maple Leafs as playoff race heats up
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3 Montreal Canadiens Not Expected Back Next Season
The Montreal Canadiens are one of the NHL's most entertaining teams, both on and off the ice. GM Kent Hughes has assembled a talented young core, and so far this season, it appears the Habs are going to exceed expectations, and potentially make some noise in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Off the ice, Hughes has constructed the best farm system in the league, and don't be surprised to see Hughes move some prospects at the NHL Draft and upgrade his lineup. There's going to be changes in Montreal, it...
Craig Berube on his expectations for the Leafs as they play out the string: “Where is your compete level? Are you playing for the crest on the front of the jersey?”
After Monday’s practice, head coach Craig Berube discussed the mentors trip, the message to the players during the final stretch of a lost season, Anthony Stolarz’s status, and William Nylander catching Stolarz high with a puck in warmups. What kind of a spark might the mentors’ presence provide for the group? Berube: It is always […] The post Craig Berube on his expectations for the Leafs as they play out the string: “Where is your compete level? Are you playing for the crest on the front o...
3 Offseason Trade Destinations for Rangers' Alexis Lafreniere
The New York Rangers kicked off their retool by trading multiple players this season. Artemi Panarin, Carson Soucy, Sam Carrick, and Brennan Othmann were all traded by the Rangers this season, and more players could be on the move this summer. Alexis Lafreniere is one Rangers player who has come up in the rumor mill for several seasons now. While he has been heating up down the stretch, the possibility of him being dealt during the summer should not be ruled out. Due to this, let's look at thr...
Weekly Game Day Thread – 3/23
Welcome to the Game Day Thread for the games in the week of 3/23. The guys still need to start playing their best from puck drop for 60 minutes. We did pretty well last week and need to keep that going. Another four game week is on the schedule. Just a reminder – we’re always looking for new people to chat with and to be part of our community. Feel free to share the link to our thread with potential new members! Games this week are: Tuesday 3/24 vs San Jose Sharks 7pm Centra...
Victor Scott wants more offense and to steal a lot
As most of you know, I was lucky enough to be invited to attend Winter Warmup as a reporter. Last year, I used that experience to write several season previews. Due to the late start of the top 20 prospect series (caused by waiting for Brendan Donovan to be traded), my Winter Warmup stories have […]
Devils in the Details – 3/23/26: Outright Putrid Edition
Here are your links for today: Devils Links A late goal from Jesper Bratt kept the Devils from being shut out, but otherwise the goals dried up as the Devils dropped a 2-1 loss to the Capitals on Friday. [Devils NHL] “It’s been a tough season for the Maple Leafs, but Knies has been one […]
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