Leafs Weekly Recap: Unleash the HildeBeast

Hockey. Is. Back. The Maple Leafs complete the first week of the season 2-1-0, and it’s in classic Maple Leafs fashion. Maple Leafs 0, Canadiens 1 – October 9th, 2024 Before the game could even get underway, Leafs fans were stunned by the news that the supposed starting goaltender Joseph Woll would in fact, not… read more

Maple Leafs Sign 3 Players Ahead of Opening Night

On October 7th, Toronto signed forwards Max Pacioretty and Steven Lorentz, and defender Cade Webber to one-year, and two-year deals respectively. With the injuries affecting Toronto’s opening night lineup, these signings will give Toronto some relief instead of calling up players from the Marlies. Max Pacioretty – 1x873k We start off with the most notable… read more

Why William Nylander Playing Center is Genius for the Maple Leafs

Early last year during training camp, rumors flew around Leaf Nation that William Nylander would be getting reps at center. Something that rarely happened last year (rare enough that he only got a couple face-offs and matchups in very few games) could be something that works out very well for the Leafs in 2025. “I’m… read more

Toronto Maple Leafs 2025 Season Preview

Last season, the Maple Leafs’ year ended in pretty much the worst possible scenario: a game 7 loss to the Boston Bruins. Since then, they have upgraded their roster in free agency, made some leadership changes, and went through another Entry Draft. Now, the team is looking better than ever to compete for the Stanley… read more

Stalemate Over: Nick Robertson Re-Signs With Toronto

As much as he has been vocal about wanting a change of scenery, Nick Robertson re-signs with the Maple Leafs, on a one-year extension for $875,000. Robertson has spent parts of the last 4 years with the Maple Leafs, along with being in the minor leagues and being on the injured list. Robertson has competed… read more

NHL Eastern Conference Power Rankings: How Offseason Moves Shape 2024-25

16. Buffalo Sabres – Insert the Titanic film’s “It’s been 84 years” meme. In reality, it has been 13 seasons since the Sabres punched their ticket to the postseason. You’d imagine that Kevyn Adams and the Sabres would be aggressive this offseason to try to buoy the Sabres back to the postseason. Fast forward to… read more

Maple Leafs Name Auston Matthews the 26th Captain in Franchise History

Out of nowhere, in the middle of August, the Maple Leafs decided to drop a bombshell that Auston Matthews has been named the newest captain of the Maple Leafs, with former captain John Tavares stepping down. Matthews, 26, follows Tavares as captain of one of the most historic franchises in hockey’s history. Coming off of… read more

Maple Leafs Sign Anthony Stolarz, Oliver Ekman-Larsson

Free agency is upon us. Toronto signs a tandem goaltender as Anthony Stolarz goes from the cup winning Florida Panthers to the Toronto Maple Leafs on a 2 year deal, worth around $2.5M. Stolarz had amazing numbers last year backing up Sergei Bobrovsky. Stolarz tended to a .925SV% and a 2.03GAA in 27 appearances with… read more

Maple Leafs Sign Chris Tanev to a 6-year Deal

On June 29th, Toronto traded a 2026 7th round pick along with expiring prospect Max Ellis, to acquire the signing rights of UFA D Chris Tanev. Then, they signed him to a 6-year deal worth $4.5M per season. Tanev is a player that Leafs fans have wanted for a long time. He is a defensive… read more

Maple Leafs Sign G Joseph Woll to a 3-yr Extension

Among all the rumours surrounding Mitch Marner, Max Domi, and Tyler Bertuzzi, one player that was in their final year is Joseph Woll. On July 1st, the Maple Leafs signed Joseph Woll to a 3-year deal worth $3.66M AAV. Joseph Woll is a goaltender who has recently emerged as a stud for Toronto, giving them… read more

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