How the Dubas vs. Lamoriello Decision Shaped the Maple Leafs
It’s one of the biggest “what ifs” in recent Toronto Maple Leafs history: what if Lou Lamoriello had remained as general manager (GM) instead of Brendan Shanahan handing the job…
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Nazem Kadri’s Road from Maple Leafs Agitator to Stanley Cup Champion & Respect
It’s hard not to have a take on the Calgary Flames‘ center Nazem Kadri. Maybe you love his swagger. Maybe you’ve rolled your eyes at a poorly timed penalty and…
Johnny Bower: The Goalie Who Played With Heart and Guts Into His Mid-40s
If you’ve followed the Toronto Maple Leafs for a while, you’ve heard the name Johnny Bower. Maybe you’ve seen his statue outside the Maple Leafs’ arena or spotted his number…
Revisiting John Ferguson Jr.’s Draft – 2006
If his first two drafts with the Toronto Maple Leafs wasn’t telling enough in regards to how dark his tenure was with the organization, John Ferguson Jr. had another disappointing…
Roger Neilson: Coaching Genius & Innovator
The late Roger Neilson will forever go down as one of the most unique coaches in NHL history. His style, personality, and willingness to do anything to gain an upper…
Ranking the Maple Leafs’ Recent Game 7 Losses By Level of Heartbreak
Seven is an unlucky number for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Sure, it hangs from the rafters in honour of two legendary defencemen, King Clancy and Tim Horton, and was also…
The Cat, The Eagle & Cujo: Remembering a Golden Era of Maple Leafs Goaltending
Throughout the history of the Toronto Maple Leafs, a myriad of goaltenders have come and gone. Some more noticeable than others, but all with the same team goal of winning…
Today in Hockey History: July 1
Yesterday in Hockey History: June 30 Tomorrow in Hockey History: July 2 July 1 has been a big news day for the National Hockey League in recent years, thanks to…
Maple Leafs Fans Continuing Love Affair with Felix Potvin
When my son Jim was a youngster, as a thing to do together we started to collect hockey cards. Because I taught at the University of Alberta and lived in…
Revisiting the Maple Leafs’ McCabe-Lafferty Deal
When the Toronto Maple Leafs swung their 2023 trade with the Chicago Blackhawks, it was billed as a move to toughen up the roster for a playoff push. The deal…