The Toronto Maple Leafs are in the news on this Thursday. Rugged defender Chris Tanev is being placed on injured reserve following an upper-body injury. Let’s figure out what it means for the current state of the Leafs blueline. The injury occurred in Tuesday’s 5-2 downing at the hands of the New Jersey Devils. The injury was caused by Dawson Mercer accidentally hitting him in … [Read more...] about The Toronto Maple Leafs Have an Injury Update from the Blueline
Craig Berube’s Impact and the Toronto Maple Leafs New Identity
From the moment current head coach Craig Berube took over behind the bench, the Toronto Maple Leafs knew they were committing to a different style. It wasn’t just about new faces or trades. As we would soon find out, it was about a system rooted in structure, forechecking intensity and accountability at every level. Now, early in the 2025-26 season, that systemic shift is … [Read more...] about Craig Berube’s Impact and the Toronto Maple Leafs New Identity
NHL Predictions: Oct. 29 Toronto Maple Leafs vs Columbus Blue Jackets
Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the Toronto Maple Leafs taking on the Columbus Blue Jackets. Don’t forget to check out … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Oct. 29 Toronto Maple Leafs vs Columbus Blue Jackets
NHL Predictions: October 28th Calgary Flames at Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs host the Calgary Flames in a cross-conference Canadian match-up. Welcome back to NHL Predictions with The Last Word On Sports. Each day, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for all the NHL’s games. In today’s addition, we examine the struggling Calgary Flames and the Maple Leafs, who are still trying to find their footing in this … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: October 28th Calgary Flames at Toronto Maple Leafs
William Nylander’s Metrics Show He’s the Engine of the Toronto Maple Leafs Offence
William Nylander is no longer just a top scorer for the Toronto Maple Leafs. His advanced metrics firmly place him among the NHL’s elite forwards. They show why he is the force behind the Maple Leafs offence heading into the 2025–26 season. His blend of shot creation, skating ability, and high-danger scoring makes him indispensable to Toronto’s game plan and future … [Read more...] about William Nylander’s Metrics Show He’s the Engine of the Toronto Maple Leafs Offence