Lukas Hardonk | @LukasHardonk

Lukas is a contributing editor at The Hockey Writers with a focus on the Toronto Maple Leafs. He also plays a key role in The Hockey Writers' social media direction. Contact Lukas at lukas.hardonk@gmail.com or follow him on Twitter, @LukasHardonk.

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Recent Articles by Lukas

The Media and the Maple Leafs

It’s something that comes with being a fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs. You hear it on the radio each morning, on SportsCentre every night and in water-cooler discussion at […]

by Lukas Hardonk · April 12, 2014 · 1 comment · Toronto Maple Leafs

Dion Phaneuf: Should He Be the Maple Leafs Captain?

It’s no easy job being Toronto Maple Leafs captain. Dion Phaneuf has held that position since 2010, but with the team’s recent collapse, should he still?

by Lukas Hardonk · April 6, 2014 · 1 comment · Toronto Maple Leafs

How the Maple Leafs Can Improve This Off-Season

It’s been another season to forget for the Toronto Maple Leafs. While it may seem like this team will never find their way again in the NHL, there is reason to […]

by Lukas Hardonk · April 3, 2014 · 0 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs

Top 10 Goals of 2013-14 Hockey Season

It’s been one heck of a hockey season even beyond the NHL. From dramatic incidents to big hits and emerging stars, the 2013-2014 campaign hasn’t failed to excite. Nothing, however, […]

by Lukas Hardonk · March 28, 2014 · 2 comments · Top 10 Lists, Videos

Can’t Fault James Reimer for His Poor Season

James Reimer’s 2013-14 NHL season has been a rough one, but in no way has his poor play been his own fault.

by Lukas Hardonk · March 19, 2014 · 0 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs

Tyler Bozak is Making Dave Nonis Look Like a Genius… For Now

Fans and media were none too pleased with the Maple Leafs’ decision to re-sign Tyler Bozak last summer, but it’s a move that has turned out well.

by Lukas Hardonk · March 17, 2014 · 0 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs

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 · 2 comments · Toronto Maple Leafs

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, 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

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

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

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