Ottawa-Chicago: Live Game Blog
The following is live, up to the minute coverage of today’s rookie tournament game between the Ottawa Senators and the Chicago Blackhawks. Â Remember to refresh the page to get the latest updates....
View ArticleThoughts from the Leafs’ Rookie Tournament Opener
As much as I tried to just sit back and enjoy the game as a fan last night, I couldn’t help but take a few notes (this might have been because we ended up sitting among the scouts). So without...
View ArticleMaple Leafs Training Camp: Day One On Ice
The Toronto Maple Leafs held their on-ice portion of training camp today. Players have been split into three squads to accommodate the 63 players invited to camp. Among the contingent of fans outside...
View ArticleMaple Leafs Camp: Day Two On Ice
Day Two of on-ice participation is now in the books .. the sessions all had a purpose, as camp not only winds down, but clear decisions need to be made on who will remain with the main roster and who...
View ArticleReflections on Liambas, and lessons learned
One of the more interesting subplots to the Maple Leafs‘ 2010-11 preseason has been the Michael Liambas situation. Offered a tryout – amidst much fanfare – in time for the team’s annual Rookie Camp,...
View ArticleMarlies Prospects in 2010-11: Goalies
With the pre-season nearly finished, the Leafs roster is beginning to take shape for 2010-11. Similarly, the Marlies are starting to become more defined as major league cuts are shuffled down to the...
View ArticleKeeping Tabs on the Kids – Oct 3rd
As we await the season opener for the big club, let’s see how some of the kids are doing: Greg McKegg is off to an excellent start with 8 points in 5 games played for the Erie Otters. Greg recorded two...
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Leafs Notebook – March 5
ContentsGoaltendersDefenseForwards5 Things I Think I’d DoSince we are almost at the halfway point, I thought now would be a good time to write some notes on each individual player thus far. Here is the...
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Nazem Kadri named NHL’s 3rd Star
On the back of seven points (three goals, four assists) in three games, Nazem Kadri was named NHLs 3rd star of the week for what has been a fantastic start to the shortened season for the young Leaf....
View ArticlePreseason Post Game: Game #8 – Red Wings 1 at Leafs 3
The Maple Leafs and the Red Wings both decided to save their best for the regular season and ice watered down rosters for the last game of the pre-season. Beyond that, I will spare you a lengthy...
View ArticleGame in 10: Game #22 – Predators 4 at Leafs 2
A promising first period went badly astray as the Leafs had their five-game home winning streak snapped by four unanswered goals from the Nashville Predators. The Leafs move to 13-8-1 on the season. 1...
View ArticleGame in 10: 2014 Winter Classic, Game #42, Leafs 3 at Red Wings 2
Usually, HBO’s 24/7 beats the actual Winter Classic in fanfare and expectation. This year, it has simply been a welcomed preview. The Big House in Ann Arbour, Michigan gathered a record number of...
View ArticleTeam Canada vs Team Norway Recap
What’s the acceptable scoreline against Norway? Is 3-1 too competitive? Should we panic? All joking aside, it was consistent dominance throughout by Team Canada. There will be some complaints about too...
View ArticleTeam Canada vs. Team USA Preview
It’s the first Olympic meeting between the Team Canada and Team USA men’s national hockey teams since the Vancouver 2010 gold medal game. Where to begin? Nothing less than the ideal is acceptable when...
View ArticleToronto Marlies vs Milwaukee Admirals – Game 1 preview
Author’s note – Before I get started and preview the Toronto Marlies first playoff game this season, I’d like to thank the team at MLHS for bringing me onboard. A little bit about myself for those of...
View ArticleHow sweep it is! Toronto Marlies shutout Admirals for 3-0 series sweep
TORONTO – On Thursday night, the Toronto Marlies returned to Ricoh Coliseum with a chance to sweep the Milwaukee Admirals in front of the home town faithful. With the Maple Leafs out of the...
View ArticleToronto Marlies vs Chicago Wolves: Western Conference semi finals preview
TORONTO – Bags are unpacked, skates are sharpened and jerseys have been hung. Tonight, the Toronto Marlies open their 7 game 2nd round series against the Chicago Wolves (AHL affiliate of the St. Louis...
View ArticleToronto Marlies win 5-2 over Chicago Wolves, take 1-0 Series Lead
Toronto Marlies open round two with a bang versus Chicago TORONTO – On Friday night the Toronto Marlies and the Chicago Wolves kicked off their round two Calder Cup matchup in Chicago. Toronto, coming...
View ArticleToronto Marlies hang on for a 4-2 victory over Chicago Wolves
Going home on a high note — Marlies hold off late Wolves surge, head home with 2-0 series lead TORONTO – On Saturday night the Toronto Marlies looked to once again make quick work of the Chicago Wolves...
View ArticleLeo Komarov set to return to the NHL
Leo Komarov will not take up a contract option with Dynamo in the KHL and appears certain to return to the NHL next season. Leafs fans have been tracking him all year since his return to the KHL as Leo...
View ArticleD’Amigo scores OT winner, Toronto Marlies take 3-0 series lead
Back and forth game leaves Wolves grasping for their playoff lives TORONTO – On Wednesday night, the Toronto Marlies returned home for just their second home playoff game this post-season, game #3 of...
View ArticleToronto Marlies improve to 8-0: Defeat Stars in Game #1, 5-1
Drew’s the Glue: Heavily out-shot but not out-done, Marlies fly high in Texas TORONTO – On Friday night, the Toronto Marlies began their series with against the West’s best Texas Stars. The Stars and...
View ArticleDefence falls flat, Toronto Marlies drop game #2 6-3
TORONTO – After a big 5-1 win on Friday against the Texas Stars, the Toronto Marlies knew they had to improve on their 50-shots-against performance in game #2 on Monday night or else risk dropping...
View ArticleMaple Leafs Assistant Coach Candidates: Ted Dent and Mark Morris
It’s likely that Dave Nonis and Brendan Shanahan will want some prior head coaching experience in one of the three upcoming assistant coaching hires, knowing the leash is tight on head coach Randy...
View ArticleToronto Maple Leafs sign Nikita Soshnikov to 3-year Entry-Level Deal
The Maple Leafs have taken a flyer on undrafted 21-year-old Russian winger Nikita Soshnikov. Nikita Shoshnikov played his major junior hockey in the Molodezhnaya Hokkeinaya Liga (MHL). In his final...
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