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This loss really stung for the Maple Leafs.

On the team's 5v5 performance, the defensive breakdowns, the Domi scratch, the officiating, the PK, and more after a 3-2 loss in Washington 👇

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Game Review: Maple Leafs get back to losing ways in Washington
This was a real gut-punch of a loss, but I’ll start by mentioning there were sections of this game I quite liked from the Maple Leafs’ perspective. In the second half of the first period, the Leafs…
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November 29, 2025 at 4:41 AM
Craig Berube on the Leafs receiving zero power plays in Washington: "I don't think it's on us... We worked and competed... We had good offensive-zone time."

On the loss: "If we finish better tonight, we win this game."

Chief after the tough 3-2 L 👇
Craig Berube on the Leafs receiving zero power plays in Washington: "I don't think it's on us... We worked and competed... We had good offensive-zone time"
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 3-2 loss to the Washington Capitals, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 10-11-3. On the team’s performance:  We did a good job getting the…
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November 29, 2025 at 2:23 AM
"THE DON'T GIVE UP ON IT!"

Knies 6th of the Season vs Capitals courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 28, 2025 at 11:07 PM
RIelly 4th of the Season vs Capitals courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 28, 2025 at 10:24 PM
One’s a fluke, two’s a streak. The Leafs will need to get the job done without William Nylander (illness) this evening in Washington against the surging Capitals.

Lineups, quotes from both coaches ahead of puck drop 👇
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Washington Capitals – Game #24 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info
One’s a fluke, two’s a streak. The Maple Leafs will need to get the job done without William Nylander (illness) this evening in Washington against the surging Capitals (5:00 p.m. EST, TSN4). Game Day…
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November 28, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Hopefully, the Leafs turn it around soon as they return to health. If not, here are some thoughts on why the Leafs should absolutely not consider a rebuild without first evaluating a coaching change 👇

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Why the Maple Leafs absolutely shouldn't consider a rebuild without first evaluating a coaching change
The narratives about the 2025-26 Maple Leafs have gotten out of control. While the talk of rebuilds, tanks, and fire sales is all over my social feeds, I can’t believe what some fans seem to be…
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November 28, 2025 at 8:25 PM
How should the Leafs line up their fully healthy forward group? How can their power play possibly be this bad?

@APetrielli.bsky.social and @NickAshbourne.bsky.social dive into those storylines and much more in this week's MLHS Podcast 👇

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How should the Maple Leafs line up their fully healthy forward group? - MLHS Podcast EP106
How should the Maple Leafs line up their fully healthy forward group? - MLHS Podcast EP106
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November 28, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Craig Berube on deploying Matthews at the top of a 5-forward PP: "We're not getting the puck in his hands enough... Hopefully, up top, he gets it more."

Chief after practice on Joshua, the PP, Domi's defense, a "terrible" call in Columbus, and more 👇 #LeafsForever
Craig Berube on deploying Auston Matthews at the top of a five-forward power play: "We're not getting the puck in his hands enough... Hopefully, up top, he gets it more"
After Thursday’s practice, head coach Craig Berube discussed Dakota Joshua’s areas for improvement, the five-forward power play with Auston Matthews at the top, Max Domi’s defensive play, and Joseph…
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November 27, 2025 at 10:40 PM
A win despite an iffy process, or a potential turning point in the season? Remains to be seen.

Review + post-game notes on the new lines, the PK, the PP, terrible officiating, and more after a 2-1 OT win for the Leafs in Columbus 👇

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Game Review: Woll holds Toronto in it, Cowan comes up clutch as Maple Leafs pull one out of the fire in Columbus
There are a few different ways to look at this 2-1 overtime win for the Maple Leafs in Columbus, and the correct take will be revealed in time. One is that process-wise, this was closer to an…
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November 27, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Craig Berube on Easton Cowan scoring a huge third-period goal in Columbus: "He has ice water in his veins. He doesn't feel the pressure. He just plays."

Chief after the 2-1 OT win 👇

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Craig Berube on Easton Cowan scoring a huge third-period goal in Columbus: "He has ice water in his veins... He doesn't feel the pressure... He just plays"
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 2-1 overtime win over the Columbus Blue Jackets, which improved the Maple Leafs’ record to 10-10-3. On the team’s performance:  Well, it was a good…
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November 27, 2025 at 3:38 AM
“THE COWBOY LASSOS ONE THERE!”

Cowan 2nd of the Season vs Blue Jackets courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 27, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Reinforcements have arrived as a desperate Maple Leafs team looks to avoid a season-series sweep at the hands of the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Lineups, quotes from both coaches/rooms, and more to get you set 👇

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Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Columbus Blue Jackets – Game #23 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info
Reinforcements have arrived as a desperate Maple Leafs team looks to avoid a season-series sweep at the hands of the Columbus Blue Jackets (7:00 p.m. EST, Sportsnet/Sportsnet 360). Game Day Quotes…
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November 26, 2025 at 11:46 PM
Craig Berube on the performance of Dakota Joshua, a healthy scratch in Columbus: “Just okay."

Chief on Knies' previously nagging injury, Matthews' return, a big road trip, and Roy's return 👇

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Craig Berube on the performance of healthy scratch Dakota Joshua: "Just okay"
Ahead of the game in Columbus, head coach Craig Berube discussed the return of Matthew Knies, Auston Matthews, and Nic Roy to the lineup, the importance of the road trip, and the healthy scratching…
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November 26, 2025 at 8:02 PM
It was a big bounce-back weekend for the Marlies, who completed a sweep of Iowa with a 2-1 win.

Artur Akhtyamov, the penalty kill, and offense from the defense led the way 👇

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Toronto Marlies complete weekend sweep of Iowa on the back of stellar performances from Artur Akhtyamov and the PK
“I like the result. I like the goaltending. I like our penalty kill. I loved some of the blocked shots from our PK. They actually won us that game. I thought they were outstanding. “We were too…
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November 26, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Craig Berube on Joseph Woll's positive impact on the Leafs: "He was so pissed off at me for pulling him the other night, but I like that... He wanted to fight."

Chief after Tuesday's practice 👇

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Craig Berube on Joseph Woll's positive impact on the Leafs: "He was so pissed off at me for pulling him the other night, but I like that... He wanted to fight"
After Tuesday’s practice, Craig Berube discussed the status of his injured players, the upcoming road trip, the play of Simon Benoit this season, and Oliver Ekman-Larsson’s strong start to the…
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November 26, 2025 at 12:02 AM
The market is astir with talk of rebuilds and closed windows for the current era of the Maple Leafs. Is it premature? Where should the Leafs go from here?

@APetrielli.bsky.social on coaching changes, the rebuild narrative, and the last-in-the-east #LeafsForever 👇
As the market calls for everything from coaching changes to rebuilds, where should the Maple Leafs go from here?
As the Maple Leafs’ struggles have mounted over the past few weeks, fan/media scrutiny has understandably escalated. As we all know, it will only get louder unless the team can somehow work its way…
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November 25, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Craig Berube on the Leafs sitting last in the Eastern Conference through 22 games: “Everybody is frustrated… We all feel it and want to be better… Everyone has to grind right now."

Chief after Monday's practice 👇

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Craig Berube on the Leafs sitting last in the Eastern Conference through 22 games: "Everybody is frustrated... We all feel it and want to be better... Everyone has to grind right now"
After Monday’s practice, Craig Berube discussed the status of his injured players, the defensive inconsistencies, the team’s current frustration level, and the big road trip ahead. Practice Notes –…
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November 24, 2025 at 8:40 PM
In the latest Leafs Notebook, @APetrielli.bsky.social dives into Berube's confounding lineup decisions in Montreal, the lagging special teams, a massive road trip, and why it's time for the coach to ruffle some feathers with under-performing vets 👇

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It's time for Craig Berube to ruffle some feathers with under-performing veterans - Leafs Notebook
An NHL team can’t make the playoffs in November, but it can sure dig itself a hole it can’t climb out of.  As things stand today, the Maple Leafs are sitting dead last in the Eastern Conference, a…
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November 24, 2025 at 3:32 PM
As the rematch gets underway at the Coca-Cola Coliseum, catch up on yesterday's big 7-2 win from the Marlies to snap their four-game losing streak, as Chadwick continues to impress (1g2a), Haymes picked up two pts, and the leadership group stepped up 👇
Noah Chadwick records three-point haul as Toronto Marlies snap four-game losing streak
“The game in Belleville (4-0 loss) was a wake-up call for us. I think we had a great response. I thought we played really well and capitalized on the chances they gave us.” – Bo Groulx “Once you’re…
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November 23, 2025 at 9:26 PM
The soul searching continues after the Leafs were embarrassed in the second period vs. Montreal.

Injuries are a major factor, but the coach and some of the healthy veteran leaders have much to answer for after this one 👇

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Game Review: Soul searching continues as Maple Leafs lay egg in Montreal
Coming off one of their better 60-minute efforts of the season against Columbus (not saying much, granted), Craig Berube ran three new lines to start this big Saturday night clash in Montreal. I’ll…
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November 23, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Craig Berube after the Leafs' ugly loss in Montreal: "Until we decide to dig in and play the right way for 60 minutes on a consistent basis, it is going to be hard to pull yourself out of anything... We are a veteran team, and it is inexcusable."

A frustrated Chief after the 5-2 loss 👇
Craig Berube after the Leafs' ugly loss in Montreal: "Until we decide to dig in and play the right way for 60 minutes on a consistent basis, it is going to be hard to pull yourself out of anything"
Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 5-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 9-10-3. On Joseph Woll’s performance: Well, he was excellent. I pulled…
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November 23, 2025 at 4:28 AM
Nylander 10th of the Season vs Canadiens courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 23, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Ekman-Larsson 3rd of the Season vs Canadiens courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 23, 2025 at 1:56 AM
This latest chapter of the Leafs-Habs rivalry comes at a time when the two sides are among the highest-scoring and leakiest teams in the NHL. Both are hoping to turn around their fortunes amid a tough November.

Lineups, quotes from both coaches/players & more to get you set 👇
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Montreal Canadiens – Game #22 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info
This latest chapter of the Leafs-Habs rivalry comes at a time when the two sides are among the highest-scoring and leakiest teams in the NHL through the first quarter of the season. Both are hoping…
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November 22, 2025 at 11:52 PM
It's a big back-to-back this weekend for the Marlies, who are searching for answers after four straight losses on the road.

Catch up via @MarkUKLeaf.bsky.social 👇

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Fourth consecutive defeat leaves Toronto Marlies searching for answers
“We have to rebuild our game right now because we’re having a tough time. I’m not going to sit here and point any fingers. I’ll start with myself, but at the end of the day, we have to be quicker in…
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November 22, 2025 at 4:52 PM