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Peter Baracchini

Peter is in his sixth year with The Hockey Writers, covering the Toronto Maple Leafs. He also does extensive coverage of the NHL Draft and prospects, attending the NHL drafts in Montreal, Nashville and Las Vegas. He has previously interned at The Hockey News and worked on Toronto Marlies broadcasts for Rogers TV. He currently is the co-host of the podcast Sticks in the 6ix and host of the Maple Leafs Lounge. Aside from hockey, he also enjoys drumming, animation and impressions/ voices.

Maple Leafs’ Lorentz Quickly Becoming a Fan Favourite

Peter Baracchini | October 16, 2024

When the Toronto Maple Leafs signed recent Stanley Cup champion Steven Lorentz to a professional tryout, many wondered how his championship experience would carry over to a team that’s looking…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs’ Depth Scoring Could Be a Strength in 2024-25

Peter Baracchini | October 12, 2024

For a number of seasons, the Toronto Maple Leafs have longed to find players that could provide consistent secondary scoring. We know that the star players have carried the offensive…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

4 Things We Learned About the Maple Leafs in Preseason

Peter Baracchini | October 8, 2024

The preseason concluded for the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday after a 3-2 win against the Detroit Red Wings. Which means, their regular season is around the corner as they…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Robertson Has Clearly Earned a Maple Leafs’ Roster Spot

Peter Baracchini | October 6, 2024

It truly is amazing what one conversation can do for Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nicholas Robertson. Leading up to the start of training camp, Robertson and the Maple Leafs were…

Categories Editor's Choice, Toronto Maple Leafs

Faceoff: Inside the NHL – A Look at the First Episode “The Best of Rivals”

Peter Baracchini | October 3, 2024

Last week, the NHL and Prime Video announced a new way to watch and stream games while also introducing a new docuseries that will dive into the lives of some…

Categories Boston Bruins, Hockey Media, Toronto Maple Leafs

4 Maple Leafs Standouts in Preseason So Far

Peter Baracchini | October 3, 2024

The NHL regular season is quickly approaching and the Toronto Maple Leafs are gearing up for the start of the season. With the preseason nearing the end with two more…

Categories Editor's Choice, Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs’ Structure Translating Well From Practise Preseason Games

Peter Baracchini | September 28, 2024

The Toronto Maple Leafs are now three games into their preseason and you can already notice a change in their play with new head coach Craig Berube behind the bench.…

Categories Editor's Choice, Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL & Prime Video Usher in New Age of Content for Fans

Peter Baracchini | September 24, 2024

“It’s a new home for hockey.” That’s how the NHL and Prime Video kicked off the event to promote their new media venture in Toronto, Ontario.  With the NHL preseason…

Categories Hockey Media

3 Maple Leafs Prospects to Watch During the Preseason

Peter Baracchini | September 21, 2024

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ training camp is already underway and now the focus shifts onto the competition and battle for roster spots as players make their case to make the…

Categories AA, Maple Leafs Prospects, Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs’ Experiment of William Nylander at Centre Happening Again

Peter Baracchini | September 19, 2024

The Toronto Maple Leafs held their season opening media availability on Wednesday to kick off the start of their training camp. While they have had regular season success, the playoffs…

Categories Season Previews, Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs’ Top Performers at Prospect Showdown

Peter Baracchini | September 16, 2024

Like every other NHL team at this time of the year, the Toronto Maple Leafs once again are showcasing their top prospects before the start of the season. However, this…

Categories AA, Maple Leafs Prospects, Toronto Maple Leafs

2025 NHL Draft: Baracchini’s Top 32 Preseason Rankings

Peter Baracchini | September 12, 2024

With the Hlinka Gretzky Cup behind us, leagues in Europe starting and the CHL season approaching, the 2025 NHL Draft season is now officially underway. It’s been a few months…

Categories Editor's Choice, NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects
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