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The Jekyll and Hyde Maple Leafs were at it again on Holy Mackinaw Night. After playing a lethargic and underwhelming first 50 minutes against a depleted Blackhawks squad, the Leafs potted three goals in a seven-minute span – including two goals in eight seconds to tie it up – to pull out a 3-2 win. All in all, it made for a fascinating Wednesday edition of Leafs Morning Take. … [Read more...] about T.J. Oshie thinks the Leafs’ season will come down to BUY-IN: Leafs Morning Take

The big night is finally here for legendary Maple Leafs broadcaster Joe Bowen. Prior to Tuesday night’s game against Chicago, the Leafs will honour their long-time play by play voice as part of “Holy Mackinaw Night.” Bowen, who’s called over 3800 games for the Maple Leafs, will be retiring at the conclusion of this season. We talked about that, Joseph Woll, and Anthony Stolarz … [Read more...] about Oliver Ekman-Larsson opens up on injury scare, Berube calling out Leafs leaders: Leafs Morning Take

Auston Matthews is subject to life under the microscope as captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs. He’s as recognizable as any public figure within the City of Toronto. A new book from Kevin McGran of the Toronto Star details Matthews’ life and ascension to hockey stardom, while coming from an unconventional market. I caught up with McGran, a friend and colleague on the Leafs’ … [Read more...] about Auston Matthews: A Life in Hockey is the perfect Christmas gift for any Leafs fan

The Toronto Maple Leafs may be getting a pivotal piece of their defensive corps back, as Chris Tanev returned to the ice for the Maple Leafs on Monday morning. Tanev was seen skating in a regular jersey at practice, which indicates that he’s been cleared to resume contact at practice and in games. Despite this, Tanev won’t play against the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday and … [Read more...] about Leafs practice notes: Chris Tanev resumes skating in regular jersey, Joshua returns after illness

For the second consecutive contest, a poor third period effort from the Toronto Maple Leafs cost them a game. Toronto surrendered a two-goal lead and lost in overtime against the San Jose Sharks on Thursday. On Saturday night, the Leafs entered the third period down a goal to the Edmonton Oilers, but allowed three goals in the first ten minutes of the final frame. In the end, … [Read more...] about Morgan Rielly, Scott Laughton rip into Maple Leafs’ 3rd-period effort in loss to Oilers