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Chris Faria

Chris Faria is a contributor for The Hockey Writers with a focus on the Toronto Maple Leafs. A hockey player and self-proclaimed analytics nerd, his work aims to combine both stats and a deep knowledge of the game. He is currently pursuing a graduate diploma in sports journalism at Centennial College in Toronto.

Chaz Lucius – 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Chris Faria | May 31, 2021

Chaz Lucius 2020-21 Team: U.S. National Development Team ProgramDate of Birth: May 2, 2003Place of Birth: Grant, MN, USAHt: 6-foot Wt: 183 poundsShoots: RightPosition: CNHL Draft Eligibility: 2021 first-year eligible…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects, Player Profiles

Maple Leafs’ Nylander Continues to Perform in the Playoffs

Chris Faria | May 27, 2021

Imagine you were told that four games into the series, the Toronto Maple Leafs would be without John Tavares and Nick Foligno, while Auston Matthews was held to just one…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

3 Reasons the Maple Leafs Will Beat the Canadiens

Chris Faria | May 19, 2021

The Toronto Maple Leafs will finally begin their quest for the Stanley Cup on Thursday as they face off against their longtime rivals, the Montreal Canadiens. By all accounts, the…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs Match up Better With Jets Than Canadiens

Chris Faria | May 7, 2021

With just over a week left to play in the regular season, playoff matchups are being cemented across the league, and now holding a six-point lead over the Edmonton Oilers,…

Categories Previews and Predictions, Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs’ 3 Most Disappointing Players for 2020-21 Season

Chris Faria | April 28, 2021

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a pretty successful season, all things considered: They currently sit atop the North Division with a seven-point lead over the Edmonton Oilers, and they’ve…

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3 Maple Leafs That Must Step Up in Hyman’s Absence

Chris Faria | April 20, 2021

All of Leafs Nation collectively cringed on Sunday night as Zach Hyman was the recipient of a reckless knee-on-knee hit from Vancouver Canucks defenceman Alex Edler. The hit targeted Hyman’s…

Categories Editor's Choice, Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs Have 3 Potential Blockbuster Trades That Make Sense

Chris Faria | April 9, 2021

With just three days remaining before the NHL’s April 12 trade deadline, it’s crunch time for teams around the league to make their moves. The first major chip fell on…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs, Trade Deadline

Maple Leafs Need a Bit of Everything at Trade Deadline

Chris Faria | April 4, 2021

As we quickly approach the NHL’s April 12 trade deadline, the rumours are ramping up — especially surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs and their Stanley Cup push. We’ve heard that…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs, Trade Deadline

Maple Leafs: It’s Time to Worry About John Tavares

Chris Faria | March 27, 2021

Sitting atop the North Division after 33 games, the Toronto Maple Leafs have had a relatively strong first half of the season. There have been some bumps along the way,…

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Maple Leafs Won’t Win Without Great Goaltending

Chris Faria | March 18, 2021

The Toronto Maple Leafs have hit a rough patch recently, sputtering along at 1-5-0 over their last six outings. But even with the recent skid, they sit first in the…

Categories Maple Leafs Goaltending, NHL Goaltending

Maple Leafs Midseason Awards: Matthews Shines, Andersen Declines

Chris Faria | March 15, 2021

With 29 games played, the Toronto Maple Leafs are just past the midway mark of this year’s 56-game season. We’ve seen some new faces, surprising performances, and disappointing declines. Let’s…

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Matthews Could Cement Himself as Maple Leafs Great This Season

Chris Faria | March 8, 2021

Auston Matthews hasn’t scored in five contests and last seven in total if you count his two games out with a wrist injury. At the same time, his 18 goals…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs
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