2016 NHL Draft Top 3: Where Are They Now? Spencer Lazary | August 22, 2024 In light of the Montreal Canadiens acquiring Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets and joining his third team going on nine seasons. As well as Pierre-Luc Dubois being traded…
Marner vs. Tavares: Who Are the Maple Leafs More Likely to Re-Sign? Jim Parsons | August 22, 2024 There was an interesting debate between sports analysts, insiders, and hosts this week as TSN’s First Up crew contemplated who the Toronto Maple Leafs were more likely to sign. Assuming…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Tavares, Matthews, Steeves & Rielly The Old Prof | August 22, 2024 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll look at some of the changes on the team. I’ll also look at a number of the possibilities for…
Daily Hockey Trivia – Number 99, Canadiens Number 10 & Sittler Jacob Billington | August 21, 2024 Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Aug. 21, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…
Maple Leafs’ Reputation Hinges on Their Treatment of Tavares The Old Prof | August 21, 2024 Last Wednesday, the Toronto Maple Leafs officially named Auston Matthews the 26th captain in franchise history, succeeding John Tavares for the 2024-25 NHL season. Tavares had held the captaincy since…
Matthews and Laine: Comparing Careers as Rivalry Resurfaces Jim Parsons | August 20, 2024 The rivalry between Auston Matthews and Patrik Laine, once a hot topic among NHL fans, has reignited with Laine’s recent trade to the Montreal Canadiens. With both players now in…
Fixing the Maple Leafs’ Defence: Treliving’s Long-Term Goal The Old Prof | August 20, 2024 Those who have read my posts know that I believe former Toronto Maple Leafs general manager (GM) Kyle Dubas has often been unfairly blamed for the team’s troubles. While it’s…
Expectations for Maple Leafs’ Cowan Should be Reasonable in Pursuit of Roster Spot Peter Baracchini | August 20, 2024 It’s pretty obvious that the one prospect in the Toronto Maple Leafs system that continues to generate a lot of buzz, is 2023 first-round pick Easton Cowan. A surprise selection…
Craig Berube’s ‘No-Care’ Attitude Could Spell Trouble for Maple Leafs The Old Prof | August 19, 2024 In a recent interview, former NHL coach Dallas Eakins praised the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ decision to hire Craig Berube. Eakins lauded Berube’s tough-minded, no-nonsense approach as the potential key to…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Berube, Rielly, Tavares & Matthews The Old Prof | August 19, 2024 As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for the next season, there’s tons of speculation about the changes that could help the team elevate its play. They have already made…
Daily Hockey Trivia – Coaching Losses, “Darryl” & Shorthanded Hat Trick Jacob Billington | August 18, 2024 Welcome to the Daily Hockey Trivia for Aug. 18, 2024. This is a daily series that will test and challenge your knowledge of the modern and historical aspects of NHL…
Maple Leafs Captaincy Will Force Auston Matthews to Change The Old Prof | August 18, 2024 From the outside, there are a couple of things to notice about the Toronto Maple Leafs Auston Matthews. First, he’s a great player. Hardly anyone is as prolific a goal…