Winter Classic: The Original Backyard Game Andrew Forbes | December 26, 2013 Every young athlete who has laced up their skates or stepped to the plate has thought – at least once – about what it would be like to play professionally.…
Hockey News: Broken Tibia for Stamkos; Bryzgalov is Back Marcy Di Michele | November 12, 2013 Here is a video of the injury to Steven Stamkos. Tough to watch the pain on his face. Wishing him a speedy recovery. [Deadspin] The Lightning have confirmed a broken…
The History of the Eighth Overall Draft Pick Darren Matte | June 16, 2013 With the 2013 NHL Entry Draft rapidly approaching, at the end of the month, the clock continues to tick on the Buffalo Sabres. While they may not technically be on…
Maple Leaf Mad Men: The Best Toronto Pitchmen Mark Ascione | May 23, 2013 Looking back at some of the greatest pitchmen who’ve played for the Maple Leafs.
The Most Hated Toronto Maple Leafs Of All-Time Mark Ritter | November 1, 2012 As sports fans, most of the allure is drawn from our longing to see our favorite teams bring home a championship. Championships are great, but not every team or fan…
Draft Schmaft: The Toronto Maple Leafs’ First Round Draft Selections Mark Ascione | August 6, 2012 Draft Schmaft I: 1963-1967 – The first 5 NHL Amateur Drafts. Draft Schmaft II: 1968-1970 – Brad Selwood, Ernie Moser, Darryl Sittler Draft Schmaft III: 1971-1972 – George Ferguson…
Draft Schmaft – The Maple Leafs First Round Draft IV 1973 Mark Ascione | July 7, 2011 In the spring of 1973, the Maple Leafs missed the playoffs again after exiting in the first round the previous 2 seasons. In the off-season, Jim Gregory and his staff…
Draft Schmaft – The Maple Leafs First Round Draft 1968-70: Part II Selwood and Sittler Mark Ascione | May 15, 2011 In the spring of 1968, the defending Stanley Cup champion Toronto Maple Leafs failed to make the playoffs. While many players remained from the championship team, some key players such…