Nicco Cardarelli
@https://twitter.com/BroBehindTheMic
Nicco Cardarelli writes about all things Toronto Maple Leafs for TheHockeyWriters.com. Nicco has PxP & Color commentary experience calling IIHF, Hockey Canada, OHL and CWHL games. Follow Nicco on Instagram and Twitter @BroBehindTheMic.
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Maple Leafs Minute: The Building of a Dynasty
August 10th, 2015 When Brendan Shanahan was introduced as Maple Leafs President, he promised a culture change. We now have a clear indication as to what he meant. Shanahan is laying the groundwork for, what he hopes will become, a future dynasty. For the first time (in decades, if ever), the Maple Leafs are drafting prospects with immense skill...
Maple Leafs Minute: Draft Party in the Square!
June 16th, 2015 There's a party happening in Maple Leafs Square, and Leafs Nation, you're invited! While there are varying degrees of speculation as to who the Maple Leafs will draft come Friday June 26th, one thing is certain…it's time to celebrate the future! And what better way to celebrate than with a free party, hosted by the Toronto Maple...
Five NHL Hot Takes
June 13th, 2015 The 2015 Stanley Cup playoffs has had its share of interesting and emotional moments. Rising talents coming to the forefront, elimination and heartache, and jaw-dropping displays of grit and athleticism. While the majority of the action on the ice has been exciting, there have been a number of polarizing topics away from the ice....
The NHL's Five Biggest Beasts
May 13th, 2015 Hockey is a physical, gritty, beastly sport. Those who play it, especially at the highest level, regularly display traits of toughness, perseverance, confidence, and an innate drive to compete. One of the best aspects of the NHL, and really hockey at any level but particularly the NHL, are the impact players that can dominate the...
Maple Leafs Minute - 3 Coaching Candidates (Not Named Mike Babcock)
May 8th, 2015 With the news that the Detroit Red Wings have granted Mike Babcock permission to speak with other NHL teams, predictably so has the Babcock-to-Toronto chatter resurfaced. One thing is certain, Mike Babcock will become the highest paid coach in NHL history by a significant margin. Make no mistake, the Maple Leafs will reach out and...
Maple Leafs Minute - 2015 Draft Preview
April 28th, 2015 The Toronto Maple Leafs enter the 2015 NHL Entry Draft armed with a total of eight picks. While there is no shortage of opinion throughout Leafs Nation on which prospects the team should select with their two first round picks, the importance of this draft for the Maple Leafs cannot be understated. The Shanahan Era is underway,...