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Defensive breakdowns, lack of finish cost Toronto Marlies in home loss to Providence

“I thought we [played] outstanding the first 10 minutes. We did exactly what we wanted. We put pucks in. We were forechecking well. We were just playing fast. The penalties took away our momentum, and then they scored one there and then got another one.” If we are process-driven and care about development, which we […] The post Defensive breakdowns, lack of finish cost Toronto Marlies in home loss to Providence appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 9 days ago | 1 read

Canadiens @ Golden Knights: Game preview, start time, Tale of the Tape, and how to watch

Game 23: Montreal Canadiens @ Vegas Golden Knights Start time:  **4:00 PM EST / 1:00 PM PST** In the Canadiens region: TSN2 (English), RDS (French) In the Golden Knights region: Scripps Streaming: ESPN+, RDS, TSN+ We all saw on Saturday night what life is like for the Toronto Maple Leafs after Mitch Marner moved on in the off-season. The current era has been one defined by a flawed construction braced by elite talent, but without Marner contributing offence at a 100-point pace while ...

From Eyes On The Prize | 9 days ago | 0 reads

Will Matthew Boldy Score a Goal vs. the Colorado Avalanche on November 28?

When the Minnesota Wild play the Colorado Avalanche on Friday, is Matthew Boldy likely to light the lamp? Stats and info to help you make the best call are provided in this article, so take advantage before the puck drops at 3:30 PM ET. Matthew Boldy Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Avalanche Anytime Goal Odds: +170 (Bet $10 to win $17.00 if he scores a goal) Boldy Goals Betting Stats Boldy has eclipsed his points prop bet in every game he’s played with a set points prop (one total opport...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 9 days ago | 1 read

How should the Maple Leafs line up their fully healthy forward group? – MLHS Podcast EP106

In the latest MLHS Podcast, Nick Ashbourne and Anthony Petrielli discuss the decisions to be made with the Maple Leafs’ fully healthy forward lineup and the state of the team at American Thanksgiving. Episode Topics The Maple Leafs sitting in 15th place in the Eastern Conference at American Thanksgiving (1:30) The Leafs approaching full health, […] The post How should the Maple Leafs line up their fully healthy forward group? – MLHS Podcast EP106 appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 10 days ago | 0 reads

Craig Berube on deploying Auston Matthews at the top of a five-forward power play: “We’re not getting the puck in his hands enough… Hopefully, up top, he gets it more”

After Thursday’s practice, head coach Craig Berube discussed Dakota Joshua’s areas for improvement, the five-forward power play with Auston Matthews at the top, Max Domi’s defensive play, and Joseph Woll’s impact on the team since his return. What is the biggest area for improvement for Dakota Joshua? Berube: Getting to his identity. He is a […] The post Craig Berube on deploying Auston Matthews at the top of a five-forward power play: “We’re not getting the puck in his hands enough… Hopeful...

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 10 days ago | 2 reads

Maple Leafs Trade Rumors: Toronto Linked to Blue Jackets' Veteran

The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off a much-needed win on Wednesday night, plus the return of first-liners Auston Matthews and Matthew Knies. But that doesn't mean they aren't still desperate to add to their top-six. GM Brad Treliving should be leaving no stone unturned in an attempt to add some scoring to his team.  One name that's emerged this week comes to us from insider David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, who suggested on Sportsnet 590 The Fan that Columbus Blue Jackets ' captain ...

From NHL Trade Rumors | 10 days ago | 3 reads

Canadiens Re-Claim Sammy Blais Off Waivers From Maple Leafs

The Montreal Canadiens , as expected, have brought forward Sammy Blais back into the fold, claiming him off waivers from the Toronto Maple Leafs . Canadiens have claimed F Sammy Blais off waivers. Took me a lot of time to photoshop this one. pic.twitter.com/nEYRQarEod — Canadiens Muse (@Canadiens_Muse) November 27, 2025 The 29-year-old physical forward only got into eight games with Toronto, recording a goal and two assists, along with 28 hits. He was waived on Wednesday. The Leafs had claimed...

From NHL Trade Rumors | 10 days ago | 3 reads

Montreal Canadiens claim Samuel Blais off waivers, send him to Laval Rocket

The Montreal Canadiens have re-claimed Samuel Blais off waivers after he was placed on there by the Toronto Maple Leafs and sent him to the Laval Rocket. Les Canadiens ont réclamé l'attaquant Samuel Blais au ballottage. Il rejoindra le Rocket de Laval. The Canadiens have claimed forward Samuel Blais off waivers. He will join the Laval Rocket. #GoHabsGo pic.twitter.com/QrWWf19rpW — Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) November 27, 2025 Blais was a member of the Canadiens in th...

From Eyes On The Prize | 10 days ago | 3 reads

The Hockey Show - Episode 688

The Hockey Show , Canada's only campus-produced radio show that strictly talks hockey, is back tonight with another guest who has made waves nationally, internationally, and certainly within his hometown of Ottawa. He was recently here in Winnipeg for a big event, and he'll be off to other places soon with the work that he does for TSN as one of their top sportscasters and program hosts! Before he does that, though, he'll talk to our hosts about his new book, some of the fun he had in writing ...

From In the Pressbox | 10 days ago | 1 read

Capitals vs. Maple Leafs: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions

The Washington Capitals (13-9-2) have -156 moneyline odds to win when they host the Toronto Maple Leafs (10-10-3), who have +131 odds, on Friday, Nov. 28 at 5 p.m. ET on ESPN+. Tune in on ESPN+ as the Capitals attempt to defeat the Maple Leafs. Capitals vs. Maple Leafs Game Info & Odds When: Friday, November 28, 2025 at 5 p.m. ET TV Channel: ESPN+ Live Stream: ESPN+ Where: Capital One Arena in Washington D.C. Favorite: Capitals (-156) Underdog: Maple Leafs (+131) Over/under...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 10 days ago | 1 read

Maple Leafs Almost Pulled Off 2 Great Trades Involving Carlo In The Summer

The Toronto Maple Leafs didn't appear to like the game that Brandon Carlo played once he got to the team and finished out the season. He was a trade deadline acquisition from the Boston Bruins and they overpaid considering how the other side has turned out for Boston and how the Maple Leafs aren't happy with the result on their end. This led to the Maple Leafs attempting to trade Carlo in multiple different ways in the offseason. According to Nick Kypreos, "There's a strong suggestion Toronto ...

From NHL Trade Rumors | 10 days ago | 0 reads

Maple Leafs' Veteran Player Starting To Enter Into Trade Rumors

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had a down start to the season and there is cause for concern. There have been trade rumors surrounding players like Calle Jarnkrok and Nick Robertson since the summer or before, but now one of the insiders has started to hear an interesting big name making the rounds. David Pagnotta said, "The one guy that I started to hear his name over the last week, and it might just simply be nothing out of this one, because he has a full no move, but Morgan Rielly." This isn'...

From NHL Trade Rumors | 10 days ago | 0 reads

Game Review: Woll holds Toronto in it, Cowan comes up clutch as Maple Leafs pull one out of the fire in Columbus

There are a few different ways to look at this 2-1 overtime win for the Maple Leafs in Columbus, and the correct take will be revealed in time. One is that process-wise, this was closer to an illustration of Brad Treliving’s “even in games we’ve won, we haven’t won the game” expression than it was […] The post Game Review: Woll holds Toronto in it, Cowan comes up clutch as Maple Leafs pull one out of the fire in Columbus appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

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Craig Berube on Easton Cowan scoring a huge third-period goal in Columbus: “He has ice water in his veins… He doesn’t feel the pressure… He just plays”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 2-1 overtime win over the Columbus Blue Jackets, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 10-10-3. On the team’s performance:  Well, it was a good PK in the first period. The period was even, but we took three penalties. The guys did a good job killing the […] The post Craig Berube on Easton Cowan scoring a huge third-period goal in Columbus: “He has ice water in his veins… He doesn’t feel the pressure… He just plays” appeared first on Maple...

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 10 days ago | 2 reads

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Columbus Blue Jackets – Game #23 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

Reinforcements have arrived as a desperate Maple Leafs team looks to avoid a season-series sweep at the hands of the Columbus Blue Jackets (7:00 p.m. EST, Sportsnet/Sportsnet 360). Game Day Quotes Blue Jackets head coach Dean Evason on the season series against the Leafs: They’ve been really good games. The one was a little lopsided […] The post Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Columbus Blue Jackets – Game #23 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 11 days ago | 1 read

Craig Berube on the performance of healthy scratch Dakota Joshua: “Just okay”

Ahead of the game in Columbus, head coach Craig Berube discussed the return of Matthew Knies, Auston Matthews, and Nic Roy to the lineup, the importance of the road trip, and the healthy scratching of Dakota Joshua. What will it mean for the group to get Auston Matthews, Matthew Knies, and Nic Roy back tonight? […] The post Craig Berube on the performance of healthy scratch Dakota Joshua: “Just okay” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 11 days ago | 0 reads

Maple Leafs Place Forward Sammy Blais On Waivers

The Toronto Maple Leafs have placed forward Sammy Blais on waivers as the organization activated Auston Matthews and Nicolas Roy from injured reserve.  The transaction required clearing roster space, leading to Blais hitting the wire and rookie Jacob Quillan being reassigned to the Toronto Marlies of the AHL. With Matthews and Roy set to return against the Columbus Blue Jackets , the Leafs needed immediate flexibility. Blais lands on waivers after limited opportunity Blais registered one ...

From NHL Trade Rumors | 11 days ago | 3 reads

Auston Matthews on the hit he took from Nikita Zadorov in Boston: “I mean, I am three feet away from the boards, and he hits me in the numbers…”

Ahead of his return to the lineup in Columbus, captain Auston Matthews discussed his injury, the team’s struggles in his absence, and the keys to turning around the team’s fortunes. What has the last little stretch on the sidelines been like for you, and what are your feelings about getting back into the lineup? Matthews: […] The post Auston Matthews on the hit he took from Nikita Zadorov in Boston: “I mean, I am three feet away from the boards, and he hits me in the numbers…” appeared first...

From Maple Leafs Hotstove | 11 days ago | 0 reads

Toronto Marlies complete weekend sweep of Iowa on the back of stellar performances from Artur Akhtyamov and the PK 

“I like the result. I like the goaltending. I like our penalty kill. I loved some of the blocked shots from our PK. They actually won us that game. I thought they were outstanding. “We were too sporadic. It’s still not our template on how we want to play a full game, but again, I […] The post Toronto Marlies complete weekend sweep of Iowa on the back of stellar performances from Artur Akhtyamov and the PK  appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

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