Any playoff series featuring the defending Stanley Cup champions, especially when matched up against a similarly equipped opponent on paper, is usually bound to be an entertaining one. That’s what we’ve gotten in the second round between the Maple Leafs and Panthers, with a couple of wild momentum shifts resulting in a Game 7 on Sunday night. The series didn’t start as evenly … [Read more...] about Poll: Who Will Win Maple Leafs/Panthers Game 7?
Maple Leafs’ Matthew Knies Questionable For Game 7
The Toronto Maple Leafs could be without a top-line winger in their must-win matchup against the Florida Panthers on Sunday. Matthew Knies has been dubbed as questionable with an undisclosed injury, per Chris Johnston of The Athletic, after playing just 13 minutes in Friday night’s win. Knies didn’t play in the final seven minutes of Game 6, and seemed to be nursing his … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs’ Matthew Knies Questionable For Game 7
Johnston: “Zero Reason” To Believe Mitch Marner Signs Extension With Maple Leafs
Regardless of his lack of postseason success, Mitch Marner has done enough to go down as one of the better players in Maple Leafs franchise history. But as the end of his six-year, $65.41MM contract looms, it’s almost a certainty the top pending unrestricted free agent will indeed test the market this summer, writes Chris Johnston of The Athletic. When Marner reportedly … [Read more...] about Johnston: “Zero Reason” To Believe Mitch Marner Signs Extension With Maple Leafs
Anthony Stolarz Out For Game 6
The Toronto Maple Leafs won’t get any goaltending relief after a brutal 6-1 loss in Game 5. Head coach Craig Berube told the media that starter Anthony Stolarz is doubtful to travel to Game 6 on Friday, per Chris Johnston of The Athletic. Stolarz skated at the team’s morning practice, but exited the ice after more than 30 minutes. Stolarz’s injury hasn’t been technically … [Read more...] about Anthony Stolarz Out For Game 6
Panthers/Maple Leafs Notes: Stolarz, Rodrigues, Ekman-Larsson
Mark Masters from TSN reported that Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz was seen back on the ice this morning before the team’s practice. While there is no specific timeline for his return, this development is a positive sign. Without sacrificing his long-term well-being, the Maple Leafs should want Stolarz back in the crease sooner rather than later, given the mixed … [Read more...] about Panthers/Maple Leafs Notes: Stolarz, Rodrigues, Ekman-Larsson