Few coaching decisions have aged worse than when Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock engaged in his so-called “rookie test” of Mitch Marner. It wasn’t just awkward—it became a… … [Read more...] about How the Marner–Babcock Incident Sparked a Culture Shift in Hockey
Frustration and Faith Define a Maple Leafs Fanbase That’s Like No Other
Last Saturday, my friend Greg and I visited Qualicum Beach, British Columbia, as part of our ongoing quest to find the best burger on Vancouver Island. We ate at Q… … [Read more...] about Frustration and Faith Define a Maple Leafs Fanbase That’s Like No Other
Can the Maple Leafs Find the Mean Streak to Bridge the Postseason Gap?
The Toronto Maple Leafs have skill in abundance, but one question hangs over them this coming season: Do they have the mean streak it takes to win when it matters… … [Read more...] about Can the Maple Leafs Find the Mean Streak to Bridge the Postseason Gap?
5 Changes Maple Leafs Fans Want to See
I, for one, read the comments that Toronto Maple Leafs fans add to the posts that I write each day as I cover the team. The point is that fans… … [Read more...] about 5 Changes Maple Leafs Fans Want to See
4 Maple Leafs Bounce-Back Candidates for 2025-26
The Toronto Maple Leafs have intriguing bounce-back candidates in various lineup spots for the 2025-26 season. A pair of veteran fixtures and two newcomers to the fold figure prominently. If… … [Read more...] about 4 Maple Leafs Bounce-Back Candidates for 2025-26