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Takeaways from the Leafs’ first four games + Easton Cowan’s start – MLHS Podcast EP100

In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the Maple Leafs’ 2-2-0 start to the regular season, first impressions of the new faces up front, Craig Berube’s lineup configuration, and Easton Cowan’s first NHL games. Episode Topics General impressions of the Maple Leafs’ 2-2-0 start to the season (0:50) Craig Berube’s lineup […] The post Takeaways from the Leafs’ first four games + Easton Cowan’s start – MLHS Podcast EP100 appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 3 reads

Craig Berube on the Leafs’ response after Easton Cowan took a few cheap shots: “It’s situational… We got a power play on the one, so you can’t react to that… The power play’s job is to make them pay”

Ahead of Thursday’s game against the Rangers, Craig Berube discussed Steven Lorentz sitting out as a healthy scratch, the team’s response to Easton Cowan taking a few “cheap shots” versus the Predators, and the challenge against NYR. Morning Skate Lines – October 16 Note: Maintenance for William Nylander (expected to play) Leafs lines at skate […] The post Craig Berube on the Leafs’ response after Easton Cowan took a few cheap shots: “It’s situational… We got a power play on the one, so you ...

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 6 reads

Game Review: Maple Leafs’ stars roar to life offensively in 7-4 win over Nashville

The Maple Leafs’ stars woke up offensively, and their depth scoring continued to chip in as they lit up the Nashville Predators for seven (two empty-netters) on Tuesday night. The Leafs largely carried over their five-on-five ascendancy from the final 40 minutes of the Red Wings game in the first period of play. They’re more […] The post Game Review: Maple Leafs’ stars roar to life offensively in 7-4 win over Nashville appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 2 reads

Craig Berube on Easton Cowan’s first NHL point and fit on the Leafs’ top line: “He’s a dog on a bone out there… He’s a worker — a worker with skill”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 7-4 win over the Nashville Predators, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 2-2-0. On the team’s performance: I thought we came out and played a good first period. We were doing things right and got the lead. In the second period, when a team is down, […] The post Craig Berube on Easton Cowan’s first NHL point and fit on the Leafs’ top line: “He’s a dog on a bone out there… He’s a worker — a worker with skill” appeared first on Maple Leaf...

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 2 reads

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Nashville Predators – Game #4 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

Despite the losing result on Monday vs. Detroit, the Maple Leafs seek to build on the many positives of their five-on-five process when they host a Nashville Predators team that’s off to a 2-0-1 start to the season (7:00 p.m. EST, TSN4). Game Day Quotes Predators head coach Andrew Brunette on his team’s faster start […] The post Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Nashville Predators – Game #4 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 5 reads

Jesper Wallstedt Finally Got To Be A Normal Goalie

When Marco Rossi scored a goal to put the Minnesota Wild ahead 1-0 in the fourth round of the shootout, all eyes went back to the other end of the ice. How would Jesper Wallstedt -- who'd already turned away Adrian Kempe, Trevor Moore, and Kevin Fiala -- hold up in a huge-pressure situation? If...

From Hockey Wilderness | 4 months ago | 4 reads

Leafs Notebook: The causes for concern and reasons for optimism after a 1-2-0 start

Well, 1-2-0 isn’t the start you draw up, especially when you’re swept in a home-and-home with a division rival. But it’s too early to panic.  It would be one thing if the Leafs’ top players were producing and they were losing games, but the opposite has been true so far. William Nylander put his first […] The post Leafs Notebook: The causes for concern and reasons for optimism after a 1-2-0 start appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 2 reads

Craig Berube on finding the right fit for the Tavares-Nylander line: “I like a lot of the stuff the line did with Maccelli… We have to stick with it and see how it turns out”

Ahead of Tuesday’s game against Nashville, Craig Berube discussed Cayden Primeau’s readiness for his first start as a Leaf, the message to William Nylander after Monday’s loss, Nic Roy’s first three games, and the challenge against the Predators. Morning Skate Lines – October 14 No lineup changes for the Leafs tonight, coach Craig Berube confirms […] The post Craig Berube on finding the right fit for the Tavares-Nylander line: “I like a lot of the stuff the line did with Maccelli… We have to...

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 3 reads

Game Review: Maple Leafs struggle for offense, concede late goal in frustrating regulation loss to Detroit

The Maple Leafs were hard done by in this 3-2 regulation loss to Detroit, but they also need more out of the top of their lineup. The Leafs were again guilty of some sloppy puck play in the early parts of this game. They started with a couple of icings by the top line, then […] The post Game Review: Maple Leafs struggle for offense, concede late goal in frustrating regulation loss to Detroit appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 1 read

Craig Berube on William Nylander’s start to the season: “We need more out of him… He needs to attack, shoot, and get on the inside more”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 3-2 loss to the Detroit Red Wings, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 1-2-0. On the team’s performance: It was a good, solid 60 minutes, in my opinion. I thought we controlled the play. There were plenty of opportunities to score. It didn’t go in enough. […] The post Craig Berube on William Nylander’s start to the season: “We need more out of him… He needs to attack, shoot, and get on the inside more” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotst...

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 2 reads

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Detroit Red Wings – Game #3 Projected Lines & TV Info

With all of their forward lines rejigged and Easton Cowan set to make his NHL debut, the Maple Leafs are looking for a response effort in the second half of a home-and-home set against the Red Wings (2:00 p.m. EST, Amazon Prime). Game Day Quotes Craig Berube on the need for a response effort in […] The post Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Detroit Red Wings – Game #3 Projected Lines & TV Info appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 2 reads

Craig Berube on whether the Leafs’ uneven start is just early-season bumpiness: “I don’t accept it… I don’t care what time of year it is”

After Sunday’s practice, Craig Berube discussed the decision to place Easton Cowan on the top line RW, Calle Jarnkrok’s hot start to the season, and the areas for improvement after the 1-1-0 start.  Practice Lines – October 12 Lines at Leafs practice Knies – Matthews – CowanMaccelli – Tavares – NylanderRoberson – Domi – McMannJoshua […] The post Craig Berube on whether the Leafs’ uneven start is just early-season bumpiness: “I don’t accept it… I don’t care what time of year it is” appeared f...

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 2 reads

Dennis Hildeby holds down the fort as Toronto Marlies overcome lacklustre start in home opener win over Rochester

After twice falling behind by three goals in Friday evening’s season opener in Rochester, a sharp goaltending performance from Dennis Hildeby ensured the Toronto Marlies didn’t suffer the same fate in their home-opening rematch against the Amerks. Once they broke the deadlock, the Marlies didn’t look back and were good value for the victory and […] The post Dennis Hildeby holds down the fort as Toronto Marlies overcome lacklustre start in home opener win over Rochester appeared first on Mapl...

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 1 read

Weekly Roundup: Red Wings Clean Up After Home Opener Snafu

The 2025-26 NHL Regular Season is well underway, and while it wasn’t exactly the start that head coach Todd McLellan wanted in his first official “home opener” since taking the job, the veteran coach is probably resting a little easier this Sunday after the Red Wings handled their business against the Toronto Maple Leafs at LCA Saturday night. Editor’s Note: I mentioned starting these “weekly roundup/recap” stories in a previous article. This is the first of what hopefully will be many. T...

From Winging It In Motown | 4 months ago | 6 reads

Game Review: Maple Leafs a clear second-best in Detroit, now need response in rematch

After winning their home opener, the Maple Leafs carried the same lineup into this game on the road.  In Detroit, it was a different story. Not only did the Red Wings lose their home opener, but they got crushed to the point where they were booed off the ice (it doesn’t only happen in Toronto, […] The post Game Review: Maple Leafs a clear second-best in Detroit, now need response in rematch appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 4 reads

Craig Berube on the Maple Leafs’ 6-3 loss in Detroit: “Until we want to value the importance of second periods and how we need to play them, this is what can happen”

Craig Berube addressed the media after the Maple Leafs’ 6-3 loss to the Detroit Red Wings in the second game of the season. On where the game went wrong: The second period. I thought we started off fine in the second, but we didn’t close anything off in our zone. We spent too much time […] The post Craig Berube on the Maple Leafs’ 6-3 loss in Detroit: “Until we want to value the importance of second periods and how we need to play them, this is what can happen” appeared first on Maple Leafs ...

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 2 reads

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Detroit Red Wings – Game #2 Projected Lines & TV Info

The Maple Leafs are hoping to stay perfect to start the season as they visit a Red Wings team seeking a bounce-back effort after an ugly season-opening loss to the Canadiens (7:00 p.m., Sportsnet). Game Day Quotes Craig Berube on expecting a big push from the Red Wings after their blowout loss in their home […] The post Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Detroit Red Wings – Game #2 Projected Lines & TV Info appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 7 reads

Despite two goals from Borya Valis, Toronto Marlies’ comeback falls short in season opener vs. Rochester

This loss bore all the hallmarks of the Toronto Marlies from last season.  Poor decision-making, turnovers in all three zones, and selfish penalties resulted in a defeat that should have been a comfortable opening-night victory. “I liked a lot of our game, and obviously didn’t like the result. You take away 10 minutes of the […] The post Despite two goals from Borya Valis, Toronto Marlies’ comeback falls short in season opener vs. Rochester appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 4 months ago | 3 reads