“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. I think [Laval] is an elite team in this league.” – John Gruden A little more finish offensively or a little […]
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The Toronto Maple Leafs should be in sell mode at the trade deadline for the first time in a decade. That much is clear, and I don’t think anybody would argue otherwise at this point. Sitting eight points back of a playoff spot while every division rival seemingly wins every game, coupled with the team’s […]
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MLHS’ Anthony Petrielli joined Sam McKee on Sportsnet’s Leafs Talk to digest the Maple Leafs’ 3-2 shootout win over the Vancouver Canucks. On the Leafs’ performance: The Leafs barely beat them on the scoreboard, but they dominated the Canucks tonight. It was only the second time this season the Leafs recorded 40 shots on net, […]
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Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 3-2 shootout win over the Vancouver Canucks, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 25-21-9. On how it feels to end the six-game losing slide: Good. It was a great effort by our team. It’s great to have Willy back. We got it done. It took a […]
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As the Maple Leafs’ season continues to unravel, questions are naturally flying about their plans to sell and the franchise’s overall direction. The on-ice downturn comes in the wake of an offseason where the Maple Leafs essentially saw Mitch Marner walk for free. They clearly can’t allow the same scenario to play out with Auston […]
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Can the Maple Leafs snap a six-game losing streak by picking up their first win in Vancouver since December 2019 against the 32nd-place Canucks, or is there a new low to be discovered tonight on HNIC? (7:00 p.m. EST, Sportsnet/CBC) Game Day Quotes Craig Berube on the return of William Nylander: The ability he has […]
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After Friday’s practice, Craig Berube discussed the vibe of the team after six straight losses, William Nylander’s return on Saturday, and inserting Marshall Rifai into the lineup. What is the vibe of the team coming off a sixth straight loss? Berube: I talked to the team after the game. I talked to them again this […]
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“We had a lot of really good moments in this game. We lost a little bit of momentum during the 5-on-3. For the most part, we’re happy with the point, but it would have been nice to get two. Definitely a lot to look forward to in terms of building our game.” – John Gruden […]
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Well, any concern that the Maple Leafs would sweep their Western road trip and possibly fool themselves ahead of the trade deadline can be put to rest now. The Leafs left little doubt in Seattle, immediately giving up a goal just 1:21 into the game to set the tone for this 5-2 loss. Off the […]
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Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 5-2 loss to the Seattle Kraken, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 24-21-9. On the team’s performance: I thought it was a good effort. We did a lot of good things tonight. We made a couple of mistakes, and they were in our net. Overall, we […]
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Can the Maple Leafs hit the reset button on the road and stop the bleeding against the Seattle Kraken? (10:00 p.m. EST, Sportsnet Ontario) Game Day Quotes Craig Berube on the areas for improvement for Anthony Stolarz after his loss to Vegas: When you look at him, the game, and the tape, he tried to […]
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On TSN Overdrive, Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving discussed his disappointment in the recent downturn in results, the current trajectory of the season, and the report that the organization has cut back on sports science staff. Is it going too far to say the team is happy to be out of Toronto right now? Where […]
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Ahead of Thursday’s game, Craig Berube discussed the desperate situation in the standings, William Nylander nearing a return, and the message to the team entering a four-game road trip. What is the message to the group as you embark on the pre-Olympic break four-game road trip? Berube: Obviously, it is a huge trip, starting with […]
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In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the Leafs’ stunning downturn during the recent homestand, how the organization reached its current low point, Auston Matthews’ leadership, the players’ apparent disconnect from the fan base/reality, and the unlikability of the 2025-26 Maple Leafs. Episode Topics The shocking downturn in home results during […]
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With everyone inside and outside the organization labeling this either a “must-win” or a “huge” game for the Maple Leafs, they gave up six goals plus an empty-netter and an overturned goal, and mustered just 13 shots on goal through 40 minutes. That really says it all. At a time when they needed to knuckle […]
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Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 7-4 loss to the Buffalo Sabres, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 24-20-9. On where the game got away from the team: We had a couple of bad breaks go off our guys, but at the end of the first period, we turned the puck over, […]
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The 53rd game of the regular season doesn’t get any more “must-win” than this one for the Maple Leafs against the Buffalo Sabres tonight at Scotiabank Arena (7:00 p.m. EST, TSN4). Game Day Quotes Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff on a four-point game against the Leafs: We are trying to drive home the point that […]
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Ahead of Tuesday’s game, Craig Berube discussed the 50th anniversary of Darryl Sittler’s 10-point game, starting Joseph Woll, and the challenge against the Buffalo Sabres. Darryl Sittler and Tiger Williams both spoke with you and the team today. Knowing your playing-day tendencies, was Tiger the more thrilling experience for you? Berube: Haha, no, it was […]
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After Monday’s practice, Craig Berube discussed Nylander’s apology for yesterday’s incident, Jacob Quillan’s limited action against Colorado, and the message to the team amid the recent struggles. William Nylander apologized for what happened on camera yesterday and mentioned he was frustrated. How does the organization deal with him on the issue? Berube: He made a […]
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A few weeks ago, we wrote that the Maple Leafs’ two-plus week stretch — featuring a gruelling four-game road trip, followed by a difficult five-game homestand — would likely decide their fate for the 2025-26 season. Unfortunately for the Leafs, it’s not been a positive outcome. Following an admirable enough 2-1-1 road trip, the Leafs […]
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After Monday’s practice, William Nylander discussed his on-camera incident from the press box on Sunday and his progress toward a return from injury. Nylander: First off, I want to apologize for my actions yesterday. I acted out of frustration, so I am sorry about that. Leafs players in the press box realized they were on […]
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Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 4-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 24-19-9. On his takeaways from the loss: I thought we came out and were fine. We made two puck-play mistakes, and it was in our net. Execution was the cause of a couple of […]
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It doesn’t get any easier, to say the least, for the slumping Maple Leafs in this Sunday matinee against the probable 2025-26 President’s Trophy winners (1:30 p.m. EST, TSN4). Game Day Quotes Craig Berube on the many challenges presented by the Avalanche: Definitely, the speed at which they way play is high-end. It is about […]
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“We like the result. I like the process throughout as well. I thought we managed it well [third period], kept them to the outside, and didn’t give many Grade A’s [scoring chances].” – John Gruden Bolstered by a solid goaltending performance from Ken Appleby, the Toronto Marlies scored early and often in this game to […]
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After Saturday’s optional practice, Craig Berube discussed his players coping with a grueling schedule ahead of the break, Scott Laughton’s ice time against Vegas, William Nylander’s status, and the number of stitches he received after his gym accident. Why did you decide not to hold a full practice today? Berube: We played yesterday, we practice […]
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