Grit Over Glamour: The Maple Leafs Are Building a Playoff-Ready Defense
In their matchup against the Minnesota Wild on Sunday, the Toronto Maple Leafs showed a side of their game that hasn’t always been in focus: a commitment to grit and…
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How Rick Tocchet’s Playing Days Shape His Coaching Style
Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet’s NHL journey shaped him into a unique blend of scorer, enforcer, and leader. It’s a rare combination that now influences his coaching approach. His…
Connor Hellebuyck Calls for Clarity on Goaltender Interference Rules
Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck recently spoke out about the NHL’s inconsistent goaltender interference rules, particularly in response to a controversial call on Brandon Hagel’s goal against the Jets. Hellebuyck…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Stolarz, Nylander, Matthews & Marner
In a tight game, the Toronto Maple Leafs lost 2-1 in overtime to the Minnesota Wild on Sunday night. The Wild’s young Matt Boldy scored the game-winner just over two…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Stolarz, Nylander, Matthews & Marner
In a tight game, the Toronto Maple Leafs lost 2-1 in overtime to the Minnesota Wild on Sunday night. The Wild’s young Matt Boldy scored the game-winner just over two…
Insider Questions Elias Pettersson’s Drive and Leadership Potential
The Vancouver Canucks’ standout, Elias Pettersson, is the subject of some tough commentary from former NHL coach and general manager Doug MacLean, who recently shared his surprising thoughts on Pettersson’s…
Can the Maple Leafs Fix Their Power Play Struggles?
The Toronto Maple Leafs‘ power play has become a growing concern, and their recent 4-2 loss to the St. Louis Blues has put the issue into sharp focus. The team…
Maple Leafs Are Going to Need to Work on Their Forward Depth
The Toronto Maple Leafs are approaching full health, with several key players, including Calle Jarnkrok and Connor Dewar, likely to return to the lineup soon. As these players return, the…
Ekman-Larsson’s “Sneaky Nasty” Style Reshapes Maple Leafs’ Blue Line
Paul Bissonnette of Spittin’ Chiclets joined FAN Hockey Show to discuss his take on the Toronto Maple Leafs so far in the 2024-25 season, explicitly focusing on Oliver Ekman-Larsson’s transformation.…
Is Toronto Too Tough for Maple Leafs’ Young Defensemen to Thrive?
A longstanding question hangs over the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ development of young defensemen. Can they develop, grow, and thrive in a city with fans as intense and demanding as Toronto?…