Is Matthew Knies the Next Zach Hyman?

Matthew Knies has quickly become a fan favourite in Toronto. For his solid two-way game, and his passion for Leafs hockey, Leafs fans quickly came to love the former second-round pick. There’s always been talk in Toronto of the LW1 position. Before, it was current Oiler Zach Hyman. Now, it’s Matthew Knies. At first glance,… read more

Leafs Run Away With Two Points in Win v Devils

After losing back-to-back games against Washington and Pittsburgh last week, the Maple Leafs are on the road facing a tough New Jersey team coached by their old bench boss, Sheldon Keefe. If there was ever a game this year that the Maple Leafs looked like they were completely out of, it was this one. The… read more

Leafs Lose Both Ends of Back-to-Back Against Washington, Pittsburgh

Toronto went back in action on a back-to-back against two Metropolitan division teams, the Washington Capitals and the Pittsburgh Penguins, respectively. Toronto lost 3-1 against the Capitals, splitting the season series against Washington. While the score remained 0-0, Washington created numerous chances early on, with many of those coming close to the net. With Toronto’s… read more

16 and 34 Shine in Third Period in 3-2 Win v Nashville

Toronto squared off on this cold, Wednesday night against a Nashville squad that has been on a recent losing streak. Nashville opened the scoring in the first when Jon Marchessault took advantage of a strange bounce and got it past Woll. The Leafs did not look particularly sharp through the first 40 minutes of this… read more

Matthews Scores 1st Goal Since Returning in 4-1 Win Over Chicago

Toronto finally has a normal schedule again, playing games every other day. This game was against an Original Six rival, the Chicago Blackhawks. This game marked the return of Tyler Bertuzzi and TJ Brodie to Toronto. Both players received a tribute and a standing ovation from Scotiabank Arena. It also marks the 600th NHL game… read more

Knies and Matthews Find the Scoresheet in 5-3 Win v Tampa Bay

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Tampa Bay Lightning is always a fun and strong matchup, and this duel was no different. Nikita Kucherov was ruled out for this game, while Toronto welcomed Matthews Knies and Auston Matthews back to the lineup. “As the game went on, I felt a little bit better. Still felt a… read more

Leafs Fall 5-1 to the Defending Stanley Cup Champions

After not playing since last Saturday, the Maple Leafs were back in action against the defending Stanley Cup Champions, the Florida Panthers. Florida was able to control Toronto all game, ending Toronto’s 4-game win streak, and ending their own 4-game skid in the process. Anthony Stolarz made 19 saves in his return to Florida since… read more

Marner Double Dips, Leafs Beat Utah 3-2

On a rare Leaf Sunday night, the Buds, for the first time, take on the Utah Hockey Club. This game marked another debut for Toronto, as Alex Nylander – brother of William Nylander – made his debut in the blue and white. Alex started the game off on the third line, but he found himself… read more

Minten Scores First NHL Goal in Controversial Win vs Vegas

On a cold, Wednesday night, the Leafs face off against the Vegas Golden Knights. Both teams went into the game looking to grab their 12th win on the season. Both teams were without their captains with Toronto’s Auston Matthews missing his seventh straight game and Vegas’ Mark Stone missing his sixth. This game marked the… read more

Magic Mitch Strikes Again in Leafs 4-3 OTW vs Oilers

In a game that was touted to be a tight, close hockey game, it was a mess that turned into a high energy game for both hockey clubs. Both clubs scored early, with Adam Henrique (2) scoring first and Bobby McMann (6) scoring not long after. Connor McDavid scored on the powerplay to begin the… read more

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