I’m not one for making excuses, mainly for myself as I’m my own worst critic, but also for other people. I’ll double down on that sentiment if we’re talking about a multi-millionaire that’s been pampered and coddled throughout his adult life. There are no excuses. Unless you’re the undisputed best at your craft and working … Read more
It’s pretty amazing how this team has made themselves the enemy. After becoming the only team in the NHL that had an opportunity to sweep their 1st round opponent, the Leafs surrendered 2 games to the Senators before finally clinching a berth to round 2. Those 2 losses brought Leafs Nation from very high, to … Read more
Once upon a time I would have gladly written an in depth analysis of this 1st Round matchup. Once upon a time I had high hopes for the core of this Maple Leafs team as well. Those times are over, so while I could run through every stat, line and matchup to give you the … Read more
At this moment in time the Leafs need just a single point to secure 1st in the Atlantic Division. Their final 2 contests will be against teams that have already been eliminated from playoff contention, the Buffalo Sabres and Detroit Red Wings. On paper you would imagine they can come out with at least a … Read more
There is really not a lot of things to talk about at the moment. The Leafs have managed to lock down a playoff spot, with the only thing left being the battle for top spot in the Atlantic Division. There’s a debate raging about where the Leafs would be better off landing in the standings, … Read more
Let’s talk about the additions made at the NHL trade deadline. First, the good. Brandon Carlo has come along nicely. He started his tenure alongside Morgan Rielly, but like everybody before him he simply couldn’t withstand the onslaught of offensive chances thrown his way and has since been moved onto a pairing with Simon Benoit. … Read more
I’m reading it all wrong. It’s lost in tone or translation. From where I’m sitting I simply can’t get the narrative correctly in my head, either way. The Toronto Maple Leafs approached Mitch Marner and told him, “Our first priority is to sign you, but there’s a trade being offered that could land us Mikko … Read more
Yes, we’re all excited about the playoffs and the entertainment that those 7 games bring to Leafs Nation each year, but for a moment I thought it would be fun to take a short look at what the Leafs have to look forward to in terms of capspace and change this summer. So let’s get … Read more
Brad Treliving just entertained us with the biggest deadline day of his GM career, Toronto and Calgary combined. The team entered headed towards the deadline with 2 very clear roster needs. A 3rd line centre and at least a 3rd pair right-shot defender. Most, myself included, argued that an additional top 4 RD would be … Read more
As the deadline to make deals draws near rumours are flying. Most, we can be assured, are nowhere near the truth, but we’ll talk about them for entertainment sake. Tampa Bay and Florida have both made fairly big swings already, which has a ton of people begging the Leafs to do the same in order … Read more