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Randy Carlyle's job very well could rely on his team's ability to qualify for the playoffs (James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports)

Are the Maple Leafs’ Darkest Days Ahead?

At first glance it would appear the Toronto Maple Leafs are having a nice season. In reality, this is a team that needs to prove itself.

by Lukas Hardonk · March 9, 2014 · 1 comment · Toronto Maple Leafs

He may not have tried to, but Thomas Vanek ruined the Toronto Maple Leafs' trade deadline (James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports)

Deadline Demons: Thomas Vanek Ruined Leafs’ Trade Plans

The Thomas Vanek trade impacted more teams than just the Canadiens and Islanders. The Maple Leafs were having a good day until he swapped teams.

by Lukas Hardonk · March 6, 2014 · 0 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs, Trades Contracts and Transactions

Ryan Kesler's name has been popping up everywhere in trade rumours (Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports)

Ryan Kesler, Maple Leafs: A Match Made in Heaven?

Ryan Kesler has turned out to be one of the most sought-after players leading up to the 2014 NHL trade deadline. Despite what is slowly sounding to be more and […]

by Lukas Hardonk · March 4, 2014 · 3 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs

Tyler Bozak, Phil Kessel and James van Riemsdyk have been relied upon too heavily this season (John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports)

Maple Leafs Trade Bait: No Catch to be Made

There is something special about to happen in the NHL. Not on-ice but rather away from the rink up in the press boxes and executive offices. It only happens once […]

by Lukas Hardonk · January 30, 2014 · 0 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs, Trades Contracts and Transactions

Is Randy Carlyle on the Hot Seat?

Never has Randy Carlyle experience Toronto hockey criticism like this. We know it will end at some point, but how much longer do Leafs fans have to wait?

by Lukas Hardonk · January 12, 2014 · 0 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs

The play of Phil Kessel is just one reason Toronto Maple Leafs fans shouldn't be concerned (Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports)

Toronto Maple Leafs Fans: The World Isn’t Ending

It seems like most Toronto Maple Leafs fans couldn’t be more concerned about their team right now when in reality they should be happy.

by Lukas Hardonk · January 9, 2014 · 1 comment · Toronto Maple Leafs

He got them to Game 7 against the Boston Bruins, but now we're left wondering when the Toronto Maple Leafs will trade James Reimer (Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports)

When Will the Maple Leafs Trade James Reimer?

The success of Jonathan Bernier is just one reason why the time for the Toronto Maple Leafs to trade James Reimer is approaching fast.

by Lukas Hardonk · January 7, 2014 · 4 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs, Trades Contracts and Transactions

The extent of Phil Kessel's discomfort during Wednesday's practice remains to be seen (Ed Mulholland-US PRESSWIRE)

Maple Leafs Further Hurt By Injures; Make a Change

The Toronto Maple Leafs just can’t catch a break on the injury front. More news was revealed on Wednesday including a change to the forward group.

by Lukas Hardonk · December 4, 2013 · 0 comments · Injury Report, Toronto Maple Leafs

Brandon Dubinsky Nearing Return to Blue Jackets’ Lineup

The Columbus Blue Jackets have been without Brandon Dubinsky for two weeks. Now with his team having dropped 2 of 3, Dubinsky is almost ready to return.

by Lukas Hardonk · December 2, 2013 · 0 comments · Columbus Blue Jackets

Carter Ashton has played very will for the Toronto Marlies this season (Ross Bonander / THW)

Carter Ashton to Replace Joffrey Lupul on Maple Leafs’ Roster

Carter Ashton has been called up by the Toronto Maple Leafs in wake of Joffrey Lupul’s recent injury, but exactly where he will suit up remains to be seen.

by Lukas Hardonk · November 29, 2013 · 0 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs Central Goes Live

Fans of the Toronto Maple Leafs now have a new home for top-notch coverage, knowledgeable analysis and opinions that captivate fans of almost all ages.

by Lukas Hardonk · August 2, 2013 · 0 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs