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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’ Core Four Era Needs to End Following Another Disappointing Playoff Showing 

Peter Baracchini | May 20, 2025

It was supposedly a different year and a different team. While they had their moments, the Toronto Maple Leafs once again proved to be ineffective when it mattered most in…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs Prospects Cowan & Danford Had Strong Showings in OHL Final

Peter Baracchini | May 18, 2025

While the Toronto Maple Leafs are still in the midst of their playoff run, they got results from two of their top prospects in the system with strong performances in…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Hayden Paupanekis – 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Peter Baracchini | May 18, 2025

Hayden Paupanekis 2024-25 Team: Spokane Chiefs/ Kelowna Rockets (WHL)Date of Birth: Feb. 04, 2007Place of Birth: Winnipeg, MB, CANHt: 6-foot-4 Wt: 203 poundsShoots: RPosition: CNHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 first-year eligible…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects

Maple Leafs Shouldn’t Panic About Matthew Knies Offer Sheets

Peter Baracchini | May 14, 2025

With the NHL releasing the new compensation threshold for offer sheets, many are looking at the potential restricted free agents who could be targets for one. The St. Louis Blues…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Malte Vass – 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Peter Baracchini | May 12, 2025

Malte Vass 2024-25 Team: Färjestad BK J20 (Nationell)Date of Birth: Mar. 28, 2007Place of Birth: Karlstad, SWEHt: 6-foot-2 Wt: 183 poundsShoots: LPosition: DNHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 first-year eligible Rankings Stay-at-home,…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects

Maple Leafs’ Nylander Earning Clutch Playoff Performer Label

Peter Baracchini | May 9, 2025

The Toronto Maple Leafs once again have a strong advantage going up 2-0 in their series against the Florida Panthers. While it’s due to their overall performance, structure and composure…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Linus Funck – 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Peter Baracchini | May 8, 2025

Linus Funck 2024-25 Team: Luleå HF J20 (Nationell)Date of Birth: May 10, 2007Place of Birth: Luleå, SWEHt: 6-foot-3 Wt: 183 poundsShoots: RPosition: DNHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 first-year eligible Rankings Sweden…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects

Former Panthers Could Propel Maple Leafs in Second Round Series

Peter Baracchini | May 4, 2025

When the Toronto Maple Leafs signed Anthony Stolarz and Oliver Ekman-Larsson in the offseason and brought in Steven Lorentz on a tryout before signing him, the expectation was that they…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs’ Work Just Beginning with Matchup Against Panthers

Peter Baracchini | May 3, 2025

The Toronto Maple Leafs have advanced to the second-round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, defeating the Ottawa Senators 4-2 in Game 6 to win the series 4-2. After almost losing…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs’ Playoff History Puts Them in Familiar, but Concerning Spot

Peter Baracchini | May 1, 2025

After the Toronto Maple Leafs got off to a torrid start in their first-round series against the Ottawa Senators going up 3-0, the Senators have reeled off two straight wins…

Categories Toronto Maple Leafs

Theo Stockselius – 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

Peter Baracchini | April 27, 2025

Theo Stockselius 2024-25 Team: Djurgårdens IF J20 (Nationell)Date of Birth: Jul. 24, 2007Place of Birth: Norrtälje, SWEHt: 6-foot-2 Wt: 181 poundsShoots: LPosition: CNHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 first-year eligible Rankings Djurgårdens…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects

Maple Leafs’ Fourth Line Playing Pivotal Role in Playoffs

Peter Baracchini | April 26, 2025

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Ottawa Senators in their first-round match-up. While much is due to the offensive production from the star players,…

Categories Editor's Choice, Toronto Maple Leafs
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