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The Toronto Maple Leafs were founded in 1917 as one of the Original Six clubs. The club has won 13 Stanley Cup championships, second only to the 24 championships of the Montreal Canadiens. The team was known as the Arenas and the St. Patricks before ultimately settling on Maple Leafs in 1927. While the franchise has won 13 Stanley Cups, the last occurred in 1967 giving the team the longest championship drought in the NHL.

Sidney Crosby & John Tavares Continuing to Be Elite After 35
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Yesterday, The Athletic ran a piece titled “The NHL’s 10 most important skaters over 35, from franchise cornerstones to playoff X-factors.” It was a fascinating look at players who’ve managed to stay productive in a young man’s league (from “The NHL’s 10 most important skaters over 35, from franchise cornerstones to playoff X-factors,” Murat Ates, The Athletic, 20/09/2025). Related: Whalers’ All-Time Greatest Lineup Among the names, two stood out for obvious reasons: Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins and John Tavares of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Both are still driving play well past the point when most players start sliding…

3 X-Factors Who Could Shift the Maple Leafs’ DNA
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Everyone knows the story of the recent Toronto Maple Leafs. The regular season hums along, the team piles up points, the top stars dazzle, and the highlight reels keep rolling. Then the playoffs hit—and suddenly, everything looks different. That’s because the playoffs are different. The game tightens. Every inch of ice is contested, every play carries weight, and every mistake can turn into a season-ending dagger. Goaltending and special teams suddenly matter more than ever; a goalie can steal a round, and a sputtering power play can sink one. On top of it all, the emotional pressure spikes. In Toronto,…

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Stolarz Deal, Cowan’s Chances & Fringe Forwards
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Training camp is rolling along, and the Toronto Maple Leafs roster is starting to take shape. There’s a lot of activity under the hood—contracts getting sorted, young players trying to earn their spot, and veterans being carefully managed. Anthony Stolarz is officially in the fold for four more years, while Easton Cowan is still making his case. Meanwhile, some familiar names hover on the edge of the roster, waiting to see if this season will be their moment or a trip to the minors. Related: What the Reimer Signing Means for Maple Leafs and Joseph Woll As we inch closer…

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What year were the Toronto Maple Leafs founded?

The Toronto Maple Leafs were founded in 1917 as one of the Original Six clubs.

When did the Toronto Maple Leafs play their first game?

The Maple Leafs played their first game on Dec. 19, 1917, against the Montreal Wanderers. They lost the game 10-9.

Who is the current head coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs?

Craig Berube is the current head coach for the Toronto Maple Leafs.