Posts About "Wayne Simmonds"
Maple Leafs Provide Tricks and Treats this Halloween
October 30th, 2020 Happy Halloween! For the trick-or-treaters approaching the home of the Toronto Maple Leafs, they may notice something different. It isn’t as lovely and pleasant as they may have remembered. For the past couple of seasons, the scariest thing at Scotiabank Arena has been a life-size plush teddy bear named Carlton. That said, he could be...
Maple Leafs Spent Less to Gain More in Free Agency
October 27th, 2020 Following another failed campaign from his Toronto Maple Leafs, general manager Kyle Dubas has been active this offseason. His philosophy hasn't proven ineffective just yet, though, as he's only entering his third year at the helm. In the meantime, Dubas has shown his ability to adapt, spending wisely to acquire what his team lacks...
The Gordie Howe Hat Trick
October 23rd, 2020 From the Ted Lindsay Award to the James Norris Trophy, hockey (and sports) have a history of naming things after former players, coaches and integral people. It’s no different when it comes to the Gordie Howe hat trick. No, we’re not talking about a three goal performance of some kind. Rather, a Gordie Howe hat trick includes...
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Mikheyev, Ceci, Thornton & More
October 21st, 2020 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll share news of Ilya Mikheyev’s two-year contract and I'll discuss former Maple Leafs defenseman Cody Ceci who signed with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Related: Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Why Dubas Signed Experience in Offseason Third, I share a Joe Thornton and...
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Why Dubas Signed Experience in Offseason
October 16th, 2020 Editor's note - Published prior to the Maple Leafs' signing of Joe Thronton. When Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas spoke to the media prior to the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, he stated his clear desire to build a team that would be tougher to play against. Most people believed he was talking about bringing in some tough...
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Over the Hill Gang, Pietrangelo, Simmonds & More
October 15th, 2020 One of the things I’m coming to appreciate about the work of covering the Toronto Maple Leafs for The Hockey Writers is the great readers who share their thoughts with me by commenting on articles I have written. Some readers who comment agree with my analysis. Many do not and often I am rightfully schooled by other insights I...
Maple Leafs Are More Competitive After Free Agent Signings
October 10th, 2020 One day before the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas spoke to the media and made it very clear that his focus this offseason was to make his team tougher to play against. Dubas stated that whether it was through free agency or trades, he would do whatever he could to address that need. He also...
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Brodie, Simmonds & Potential Waivers?
October 10th, 2020 For the Toronto Maple Leafs, a lot of things have happened since yesterday morning. Still, some things haven’t happened yet, and some actions must happen soon. In short, the Maple Leafs and general manager Kyle Dubas are far from done; however, the team seems to be running out of salary cap space to do much more. While I’m...
Maple Leafs Signing of Wayne Simmonds is 2 Years in the Making
October 9th, 2020 It was a priority for the Toronto Maple Leafs offseason – get tougher to play against. Shortly after the free agent signing window opened, that box has been checked. Welcome home, Wayne Simmonds. Related: THW's Free Agent Tracker The team announced that Simmonds had signed a one-year contract worth $1.5 million. The deal also...
Maple Leafs Sign Wayne Simmonds to 1-Year Deal
October 9th, 2020 The Toronto Maple Leafs were one of the first teams to dip into the free agent market, signing veteran winger Wayne Simmonds to a one-year deal worth $1.5 million according to Sportsnet's Anthony Stewart. https://twitter.com/StuMunrue/status/1314596834619412480 The signing also includes a no movement clause. Coming off a...
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Dubas, 2020 Draft, Simmonds & More
October 6th, 2020 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I'll focus on Twitter to take a look at some of the smaller news “bites” that have been emerging from the organization. I'll also take a more specific look at the possibility that Wayne Simmons and the Maple Leafs might have a mutual interest in negotiating a free agent...
NHL Rumors: Canadiens, Maple Leafs, Oilers, Lightning, Coyotes, More
October 6th, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, the Arizona Coyotes have been given a deadline by Oliver Ekman-Larsson to make any trade. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Sabres have been more than kind to forward Wayne Simmonds telling him to try and secure a deal with a team prior to free agency. The Tampa Bay Lightning are trying to ship out salary and one...
Maple Leafs Can Add Forward Depth In Free Agency
September 12th, 2020 We know the Toronto Maple Leafs top-six forward unit is one of the deepest in the league. They have incredible talent and skill that many teams would like to replicate. While you always look to your top players for offensive production, you still need to have support from the bottom six. The Maple Leafs' bottom-six looked great at...
