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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 11h

Aggressive defending, improved game management and important steps before the World Cup.

What I saw from Canada in a draw against Colombia, ranked 13th in the world, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CANMNT
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Canada shows toughness and character in scoreless draw with Colombia

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 15h

As expected, Jesse Marsch rolls out arguably the best XI he has at his disposal right now against Colombia.

Most notable? Canada's head coach goes right back to Niko Sigur and Luc de Fougerolles after a mistake against Australia. Plenty of belief in their potential among #CANMNT

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 1d

“He has all the tools to be an NHL guy. It’s just whether you get the opportunity or not.”

Cayden Primeau is about to have one of the biggest opportunities of his career.

Meet the new Maple Leafs goalie ahead of his likely first start:

New Maple Leafs goalie Cayden Primeau is poised to seize another opportunity

From a seventh-round draft pick in 2017 to starting games for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Primeau has had an unexpected career.

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 1d

Canada's October window is one of the final chances for players to earn World Cup roster spots.

And they could welcome a new dual national into the mix, changing the outlook with less than eight months to go.

What I'm hearing on #CANMNT's roster battles, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social

What I’m hearing: Inside Canada’s roster battles as World Cup approaches

The battle for places on Jesse Marsch's Canada World Cup squad is hotting up

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 2d

“He wasn’t thinking about hockey like a kid anymore.”

Easton Cowan is not the wide-eyed dynamo he was a year ago. The Maple Leafs rookie overhauled his game and forced his way onto the top line for his NHL debut.

Inside a rookie's journey:

How Easton Cowan made the Maple Leafs: Inside the journey from underdog to pro

Many questioned if he should have been a first-round pick at all. Now, Easton Cowan is in the NHL. He's 'never felt this ready.'

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 2d

It wasn’t supposed to be this way: Very few thought Easton Cowan would be a first round pick or make the Maple Leafs this season.

Instead, he’ll make his NHL debut tomorrow.

The inside story of how Cowan surprised everyone and made the Leafs:

How Easton Cowan made the Maple Leafs: Inside the journey from underdog to pro

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 2d

Stephen Eustaquio will return to Canada’s starting lineup tomorrow, alongside Ismael Kone, per Jesse Marsch today.

Expect as strong an XI as possible against Colombia as #CANMNT go for their first ever win against a top 15 country.

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 4d

“You are going to transform this country.”

Inside Prime Minister Mark Carney and FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s visit to Canada’s game and locker room last night in Montreal, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social

FIFA president Infantino, Prime Minister Carney attend Canada's friendly, address team

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 4d

What happened to Canada in their 1-0 friendly loss to Australia?

What went wrong, what worked and what they need to learn before the 2026 World Cup at @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CANMNT

Marsch's Canada has much to ponder after frustrating Australia defeat

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 4d

Prime Minister Mark Carney and FIFA President Gianni Infantino visited Canada after their loss to Australia. What they said and why #CANMNT want more of these visitors, at @theathleticfc.bsky.social

FIFA president Infantino, Prime Minister Carney attend Canada’s friendly, address team

The head of FIFA and the nation addressed Canada's men's national team, one of the 2026 World Cup co-hosts

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 4d

Inexperience hurts Canada in a frustrating loss to Australia. What can they learn from the loss before the World Cup? At @theathleticfc.bsky.social

Marsch's Canada has much to ponder after frustrating Australia defeat

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 4d

Wonder if we see Jesse Marsch rely on players who know Montreal well tonight.

Keep an eye out for Joel Waterman in the back with the opportunity to perform in Moise Bombito’s absence. #CANMNT

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 5d

Some international managers only communicate with players in camp. As of late, Jesse Marsch has operated very differently.

Inside the unique, paternal approach from the #CANMNT boss to prepare his players for the 2026 World Cup. At @theathleticfc.bsky.social

Jesse Marsch aims to boost Canada’s players with trips, talks and a paternal approach

Canada's head coach is also positioning himself in a fatherly role within the squad

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 5d

Maxime Crepeau starts for Canada tomorrow against Australia and Dayne St. Clair goes against Colombia next week. #CANMNT

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 6d

Yes, there was another Toronto team playing tonight. Here’s what we saw from the Maple Leafs season opening win:

What we saw from Leafs' season opener: Rielly, Matthews shine, newcomers disappoint

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 6d

“Someone could have tried to hit me with their car and I probably would have no idea.”

After a harrowing 11 months filled with depression, Liam Millar is back with Canada's men's national team.

The inside story of his recovery, at @theathletic.com eticFC #CANMNT

Liam Millar's comeback from an ACL tear – and the depression that followed

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 7d

Bold predictions to start the Maple Leafs season: A surprise leading goal scorer, a new Norris Trophy shout and a playoff demon beaten, at @theathletic.com

Maple Leafs bold predictions: Matthews vs. Nylander, playoff hopes and more

Plus: A surprise Norris Trophy candidate and an optimistic playoffs outlook.

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 8d

Sounds like Bombito will be out for 4 to 5 months.

That timeline could get Bombito back into Canada camp for March international window and not put his World Cup in jeopardy. #CANMNT

Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 9d

Why Moïse Bombito’s injury could have serious consequences for Canada with the World Cup just around the corner, for @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CANMNT

Moise Bombito injury: What comes next for Canada?

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 9d

Kamal Miller has been called up into Canada's men's national team after Moise Bombito's injury yesterday. #CANMNT

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 9d

Why Moïse Bombito’s injury could have serious consequences for Canada with the World Cup just around the corner, for @theathleticfc.bsky.social #CANMNT

Moise Bombito injury: What comes next for Canada?

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 9d

Nice head coach Franck Haise told Ligue 1+ postgame that the news on Bombito’s injury is “not good.”

Still waiting for more information on severity of injury. #CANMNT

Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 9d

Moïse Bombito got tangled up during his Ligue 1 game today, had to be stretchered off the pitch and looked in serious pain. #CANMNT

Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 9d

Moïse Bombito got tangled up during his Ligue 1 game today, had to be stretchered off the pitch and looked in serious pain. #CANMNT

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 11d

Go Cubs Go: two Chicago cracker-thin tavern style wheels tonight.

Pep (straight from Hamtown hey) with Anaheim and jalapeño peppers (straight from the garden hey), then sausage, onion and mushroom all ripped off in red wine and bacon fat.

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 14d

Simon Benoit back in a regular sweater today at Maple Leafs practice, suggesting he’s all good after an upper body injury.

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Joshua Kloke @joshuakloke.bsky.social · 14d

This was awesome. Well done

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