Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Thornton, Robertson, Vesey & Kerfoot The Old Prof | October 18, 2020 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll offer insights about Joe Thornton that former San Jose Sharks teammate Logan Couture shared in a recent article in…
7 Thoughts on the Maple Leafs’ Thornton Deal The Old Prof | October 18, 2020 The Toronto Maple Leafs have been busy in October. Using key signings, the team found the right-shot defenseman it needed in former Calgary Flames’ blueliner T.J. Brodie. In addition, the…
Maple Leafs Sign Joe Thornton to 1-Year Deal Peter Baracchini | October 16, 2020 The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed veteran centre Joe Thornton to a one-year contract at a league minimum $700,000. Thornton is coming off a one-year, $2 million contract he signed…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Over the Hill Gang, Pietrangelo, Simmonds & More The Old Prof | October 15, 2020 One of the things I’m coming to appreciate about the work of covering the Toronto Maple Leafs for The Hockey Writers is the great readers who share their thoughts with…
NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Bruins, Panthers, Hurricanes, More Jim Parsons | October 15, 2020 In today’s NHL rumor rundown, there is news surrounding Joe Thornton and his eventual return to the NHL. He’s making a stop in Switzerland but the Toronto Maple Leafs are…
The Maple Leafs Should Pass on Past-His-Prime Joe Thornton Chris Faria | October 15, 2020 It’s been a busy week in Leafland. The Toronto Maple Leafs selected skilled Russian winger Rodion Amirov with the 15th overall pick at last Tuesday’s NHL Entry Draft. They signed…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: What Joe Thornton Would Bring to the Team The Old Prof | October 14, 2020 Here’s the truth. Joe Thornton might be old and slow, but he’s called “Jumbo” for a few reasons. If the Toronto Maple Leafs were fortunate enough to sign Thornton, he…
Joe Thornton Could Be an Option for the Penguins Shane Seney | October 9, 2020 Joe Thornton has played 1636 career games in the NHL, his next one could be as a Pittsburgh Penguin. While the 41-year-old veteran has been busy training in Switzerland, looking…
Which Free Agents the Sharks Should Re-Sign this Offseason? Sydney Hillis | September 14, 2020 The San Jose Sharks currently have 16 players signed, with 6 pending unrestricted free agents and 3 restricted free agents for the 2020-21 season. With only $14.1 million of cap…
Maple Leafs Can Add Forward Depth In Free Agency Peter Baracchini | September 12, 2020 We know the Toronto Maple Leafs top-six forward unit is one of the deepest in the league. They have incredible talent and skill that many teams would like to replicate.…
How the Maple Leafs Could Build the Best Fourth Line in NHL History The Old Prof | September 11, 2020 In this post, I am going to make a case that the Toronto Maple Leafs might have a unique opportunity to create the best fourth line in NHL history by…
Sharks Can’t Afford to Re-Sign Thornton Gavin Daly | August 18, 2020 Joe Thornton is an unrestricted free agent this offseason and he has a chance to pick his next move. Should the Sharks make an offer to keep him around or…
