Maple Leafs’ Depth Scoring Emerging at the Perfect Time The Old Prof | December 17, 2024 As the Toronto Maple Leafs continue their push for the Stanley Cup, there’s been one constant theme to their success: the dominance of their top players. Auston Matthews, William Nylander,…
5 Maple Leafs Questions That Must Be Answered in December The Old Prof | December 9, 2024 The Toronto Maple Leafs were cruising—until they weren’t. Two straight losses have stalled their push for the top spot in the Atlantic Division, raising questions about the team. Is it…
Maple Leafs’ Youngsters & Depth Players Stepping Up Amid Injuries The Old Prof | December 1, 2024 The Toronto Maple Leafs have faced a series of injury challenges this season, yet they continue to perform at a high level. Saturday night’s (Nov. 30) 5-3 victory over the…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Robertson, Grebenkin, Stolarz & Marner The Old Prof | November 29, 2024 In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll examine the recent struggles of goaltender Anthony Stolarz and forward Nicholas Robertson. I’ll also touch on the growing popularity…
Maple Leafs’ Robertson & Tavares Having Very Different Paths in Toronto The Old Prof | November 16, 2024 On Tuesday night (Nov. 12), Toronto Maple Leafs fans witnessed a moment of immediate excitement as John Tavares scored the game-winning overtime goal in Washington against the Capitals. The goal…
Unsung Heroes of Maple Leafs’ 3-1 Win Over the Red Wings The Old Prof | November 9, 2024 The Toronto Maple Leafs earned a hard-fought 3-1 win against the Detroit Red Wings in a game defined more by defensive structure than offensive fireworks. While John Tavares’ two goals…
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Matthews, Kampf, Robertson & Trade Coming? The Old Prof | November 8, 2024 The Toronto Maple Leafs will host the Detroit Red Wings tonight, looking to build on a decisive 4-0 win over the Boston Bruins. Toronto’s power play, struggling at just 4-for-40…
Maple Leafs Face Tough Roster Decisions with Dewar & Hakanpaa Returning The Old Prof | November 8, 2024 The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing a roster crunch with two players currently on long-term injury reserve—forward Connor Dewar and defenceman Jani Hakanpaa—nearing the end of their conditioning stints with…
Maple Leafs Likely to Trade Forward to Fix Cap Issues Jim Parsons | November 7, 2024 The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing an important roster decision as they work to become salary cap compliant. James Mirtle of The Athletic took a look at the multiple options…
3 Names Surface in Recent Maple Leafs Trade Talks Jim Parsons | November 3, 2024 As the Toronto Maple Leafs make plans to adjust their roster when some key players are back and healthy, it’s becoming clear there isn’t room to fit everyone. With roster…
NHL Rumors: Islanders, Maple Leafs, Bruins Jim Parsons | November 2, 2024 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the New York Islanders lost Mathew Barzal for 4-6 weeks. It’s a huge blow to the team when you factor in other injury concerns. Meanwhile,…
Evaluating the Maple Leafs Forwards After 10 Games The Old Prof | October 31, 2024 The Toronto Maple Leafs have completed their first ten games of the season, offering fans and coaches a chance to evaluate the team’s forward lines. Early-season assessments reveal strengths, areas…
