The fallout continues from Friday night’s blockbuster Mikko Rantanen trade. On Monday, Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli disclosed that Carolina “at least inquired about Mitch Marner as they were going through this process with Rantanen.” That’s where the conversation started on the Tuesday edition of Leafs Morning Take as Carter Hutton filled in for Jay Rosehill … Read more
It’s often been said that the Toronto Maple Leafs are the passion that unites us all, and that’s starkly evident on an unseasonably warm Monday in January, ahead of the team’s annual outdoor practice. On the walkup to the Prince of Wales Rink in neighbouring Mimico, fans from all walks of life are strolling into … Read more
The hockey world was shaken to its core on Friday night following the news of the trade that sent superstar Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes from the Colorado Avalanche. If that wasn’t big enough, former first-overall pick Taylor Hall was also traded from the Chicago Blackhawks to Carolina in the same three-team trade. It … Read more
The Toronto Maple Leafs remain squarely in contention for the Atlantic Division crown as the 4 Nations Face-Off break approaches. But as well as the season has gone for the team to this point, there remains a gaping need down the middle, and the desire to shore up their centre depth remains high on Brad … Read more
The Maple Leafs need to upgrade prior to the trade deadline and while Brad Treliving isn’t likely to drastically overhaul his roster in the next six weeks, there are noticeable areas for improvement as well some potential fat that can be cut. The Leafs aren’t exactly in a money in/money out situation when it comes … Read more
The Battle of Ontario hasn’t had a ton of juice since the days of perennial playoff matchups and Darcy Tucker taking on the Senators’ bench. The Leafs have been near the top of the Atlantic Division for the last several years, while the Senators have been stuck in a perpetual rebuild, but Ottawa has taken … Read more
The second game of the season’s Battle of Ontario takes place tonight when the Toronto Maple Leafs visit the Ottawa Senators. Toronto leads the Atlantic Division, but the team lost a goofy 5-1 game to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Wednesday. The Senators are having a solid season but also are coming off a loss. … Read more
After an off day on Thursday, the Leafs were back to practice on Friday ahead of Saturday night’s tilt in Ottawa. Round 2 of the Battle of Ontario should be a good one. Ottawa’s been struggling, Toronto’s coming off a lopsided 5-1 loss against Columbus. We kicked off the Friday edition of Leafs Morning Take … Read more
As the trade deadline slowly approaches, the Toronto Maple Leafs will have plenty of work that needs to get done in terms of addressing their needs. General Manager Brad Treliving has made it clear for months that their top priority is to acquire another centre to help shore up their depth. It makes a lot … Read more
Maple Leafs recall Matt Murray, assign Dennis Hildeby to AHL’s Toronto Marlies Photo credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images By Alex Hobson 36 minutes ago Comments News Maple Leafs recall Matt Murray, assign Dennis Hildeby to AHL’s Toronto Marlies Auston Matthews calls out Scotiabank Arena crowd for lack of energy following Reaves-Olivier fight Knee Jerk Reaction: Rielly, … Read more