Posts About "Kyle Dubas"
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Mikheyev, Recent Signings & Proactive Play
October 24th, 2020 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll share recent insight about the Ilya Mikheyev contract signing. I'll also share thoughts from an interview yesterday with Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas who spoke about some of his team’s problems he was trying to overcome by signing the specific players he did this...
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Dermott, Salary Cap & Hockey Obsessives
October 22nd, 2020 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll look at the Maple Leafs final player to be signed – Travis Dermott. I’ll also share some insights TSN’s Frank Seravalli outlined for how the team might use their unique player situation to manipulate the salary cap. Related: What Happens if the Maple Leafs’ Nick...
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Thornton, Dubas, Andersen & More
October 19th, 2020 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll share news about the settling of the team’s final 2020-21 season’s roster. I’ll also share Joe Thornton’s insights about the Maple Leafs' goalie situation, and I'll offer some projections about what the 2020-21 team’s depth chart might look like. Item One:...![Maple Leafs' Dubas Excited for Thornton's Locker Room Leadership and Skills [Video]](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Kyle-Dubas-Maple-Leafs-Draft-383x231.jpg)
Maple Leafs' Dubas Excited for Thornton's Locker Room Leadership and Skills [Video]
October 19th, 2020 In a recent interview with Toronto media, Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas expressed his excitement over signing Joe Thornton and why he thinks the veteran will be a great fit. Dubas specifically points out Thornton's skill set, leadership, and locker room presence as assets. Check it out: It makes perfect sense that the...
7 Thoughts on the Maple Leafs' Thornton Deal
October 18th, 2020 The Toronto Maple Leafs have been busy in October. Using key signings, the team found the right-shot defenseman it needed in former Calgary Flames' blueliner T.J. Brodie. In addition, the Maple Leafs revived their roster by signing a number of inexpensive yet veteran free agents that have added both grit and experience to its lineup....
Maple Leafs Sign T.J. Brodie to Four-Year Contract
October 9th, 2020 T.J. Brodie’s decade-long tenure with the Calgary Flames is over and he will pull on sweater for the first time in his NHL career in 2020-21. https://twitter.com/TSN_Sports/status/1314703052247568385 The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed the defenseman to a four-year contract worth $5 million annually. Brodie Swapping Red...
Kyle Dubas Doubles Down on His Vision for the Maple Leafs
October 6th, 2020 Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas held a virtual press conference on Monday afternoon ahead of an action-packed week that will feature both the NHL Entry Draft and the opening of free agency. Understandably the discussion was largely centered around the Maple Leafs' options with their 15th overall pick, as well as potential...
Maple Leafs' Dubas Adds a Twist to the Frederik Anderson Trade Situation
October 6th, 2020 It has been in question since the Toronto Maple Leafs were ousted from the playoffs: has Frederik Andersen played his last game for the blue and white? The Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas put all the rumours to rest during a media availability on Monday – or did he? Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas (THE...
Which Maple Leafs Are Truly "Untouchable?": Where Morgan Rielly Fits
September 27th, 2020 As the Toronto Maple Leafs try to navigate this offseason and dance around with the idea of adding Alex Pietrangelo or another big fish that could improve their blue line situation, doing so won't come without sacrifice. There's no realistic way for GM Kyle Dubas to open up the cap space he needs without moving other pieces. In a...
Maple Leafs' Fantasyland Continues in Pursuit of Alex Pietrangelo
September 24th, 2020 I actually won't be surprised if Alex Pietrangelo signs with the Toronto Maple Leafs. I'll continue to smack my head against the wall and try to pick my jaw up off the ground, but I won't be surprised. Related: What Mats Sundin Meant to Toronto Hockey A Pietrangelo signing will actually follow the Kyle Dubas game plan to a tee....
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Lamoriello, Dubas, Burke & More
September 13th, 2020 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll focus on current and past general managers by sharing the news that Lou Lamoriello has been voted the NHL’s General Manager of the Year. I’ll share some rumors about Maple Leafs general manager (GM) Kyle Dubas’ growing reputation as a trader who asks a huge return...
Blue Jackets' Potential Trade Partners: Toronto Maple Leafs
September 4th, 2020 Welcome to part two of our month-long Columbus Blue Jackets mini-series on their potential trade partners. In part one, we looked at the Montreal Canadiens and the one player on there that would be a perfect fit in Columbus. We now turn our attention to the Toronto Maple Leafs. They've already started making major moves this...
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Dubas & the Flat Cap, Barrie to Edmonton?
August 29th, 2020 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll look at some of the recent rumblings emerging from and about the team throughout the NHL world. Specifically, I’ll consider the impact of the flat salary cap on the work of Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas as well as how it might impact current Maple Leafs player...
