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Craig Berube on finding the right fit for the Tavares-Nylander line: "I like a lot of the stuff the line did with Maccelli... We have to stick with it and see how it turns out"

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Craig Berube on finding the right fit for the Tavares-Nylander line: "I like a lot of the stuff the line did with Maccelli. He makes some really sneaky plays in the O-zone. We have to stick with it and see how it turns out."

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Ahead of Tuesday’s game against Nashville, Craig Berube discussed Cayden Primeau’s readiness for his first start as a Leaf, the message to William Nylander after Monday’s loss, Nic Roy’s first three…

Causes for concern and reasons for optimism about the Maple Leafs' 1-2-0 start - Leafs Notebook

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What are the causes for concern and reasons for optimism after a 1-2-0 start for the Leafs?

@APetrielli.bsky.social dives into early thoughts on the performances, lines/pairs, and special teams in this week's notebook👇

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Well, 1-2-0 isn’t the start you draw up, especially when you’re swept in a home-and-home with a division rival. But it’s too early to panic. It would be one thing if the Leafs’ top players were…

Game Review: Maple Leafs struggle for offense, concede late goal in frustrating regulation loss to Detroit

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The Maple Leafs were hard done by in this regulation loss to Detroit, but they also need more out of the top of their lineup.

Game review + post-game notes after the 3-2 loss 👇

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The Maple Leafs were hard done by in this 3-2 regulation loss to Detroit, but they also need more out of the top of their lineup. The Leafs were again guilty of some sloppy puck play in the early…

Craig Berube on William Nylander's start to the season: "We need more out of him... He needs to attack, shoot, and get on the inside more"

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Craig Berube on William Nylander's start to the season: "We need more out of him... He needs to attack, shoot, and get on the inside more... There are times when he's skating, but it's just not enough."

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Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 3-2 loss to the Detroit Red Wings, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 1-2-0. On the team’s performance: It was a good, solid 60 minutes, in my…

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"3 GOALS IN AS MANY GAMES!"

Jarnkrok 3rd of the Season vs Red Wings courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Detroit Red Wings – Game #3 Projected Lines & TV Info

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"WELL DONE FROM JINX MASTER, JIM RALPH!"

Knies 1st of the Season vs Red Wings courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph

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With all of their forward lines rejigged and Cowan set to make his NHL debut, the Leafs are looking for a response effort against the Red Wings.

Projected lineups, quotes from both coaches & more ahead of today's matinee 👇

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With all of their forward lines rejigged and Easton Cowan set to make his NHL debut, the Maple Leafs are looking for a response effort in the second half of a home-and-home set against the Red Wings…

Dennis Hildeby holds down the fort as Toronto Marlies overcome lacklustre start in home opener win over Rochester

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A sharp goaltending performance from Dennis Hildeby held the Toronto Marlies in it early, and Travis Boyd's two-goal performance led the way offensively in a home-opening win over Rochester.

Catch up on the game + the performances via @MarkUkLeaf.bsky.social 👇

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After twice falling behind by three goals in Friday evening’s season opener in Rochester, a sharp goaltending performance from Dennis Hildeby ensured the Toronto Marlies didn’t suffer the same fate…

Game Review: Maple Leafs a clear second-best in Detroit, now need response in rematch

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"If the Leafs play like this all year, they will lose a lot of games — plain and simple. They need to control the puck more."

@APetrielli.bsky.social's game review and post-game notes after a 6-3 loss in Detroit for the Leafs 👇

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After winning their home opener, the Maple Leafs carried the same lineup into this game on the road. In Detroit, it was a different story. Not only did the Red Wings lose their home opener, but they…

Craig Berube on the Maple Leafs' 6-3 loss in Detroit: "Until we want to value the importance of second periods and how we need to play them, this is what can happen"

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Craig Berube on the Maple Leafs' 6-3 loss in Detroit: "Until we want to value the importance of second periods and how we need to play them, this is what can happen... We beat ourselves."

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Craig Berube addressed the media after the Maple Leafs’ 6-3 loss to the Detroit Red Wings in the season opener. On where the game went wrong: The second period. I thought we started off fine in the…

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DOMI TIES THE GAME vs Red Wings courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph

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NICOLAS ROY FIRST AS A LEAF vs Red Wings courtesy of @Bonsie1951 and @Jim_Ralph

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Jarnkrok 2nd of the Season vs Red Wings courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph

Despite two goals from Borya Valis, Toronto Marlies' comeback falls short in season opener vs. Rochester

Maple Leaf Hot Stove @mapleleafshotstove.bsky.social · 3d

Despite two goals from Borya Valis, the Toronto Marlies' comeback fell short in their season opener vs. Rochester.

Catch up on the game and performances ahead of today's rematch 👇

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This loss bore all the hallmarks of the Toronto Marlies from last season. Poor decision-making, turnovers in all three zones, and selfish penalties resulted in a defeat that should have been a…

Game Review: Maple Leafs do enough to win season opener over Montreal

Maple Leaf Hot Stove @mapleleafshotstove.bsky.social · 5d

It wasn't great, but it was good enough to win. It's now nine wins over the Habs in the last 10 for the Maple Leafs.

Notes on the four forward lines, Rielly, and more after the 5-2 victory 👇

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A big night in Toronto sports. This game generally lacked the level of competitive fire or physical intensity you might expect — or at least hope for — in a season opener between the Leafs and Habs,…

Craig Berube on the Leafs' performance in their season-opening win over Montreal: "Our puck play was the root of our problems, but we did a good enough job to win the game"

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Craig Berube on his team's performance in the season-opening win over Montreal: "Our puck play was the root of our problems, but we did a good enough job to win the game."

Chief on Rielly + McMann's big games, the Jays cheers in the crowd + much more 👇

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Craig Berube addressed the media after the Maple Leafs’ 5-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens in the season opener. On the team’s performance: There was a lot of good, and there was stuff we have to…

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Montreal Canadiens – Game #1 Projected Lines & TV Info

Maple Leaf Hot Stove @mapleleafshotstove.bsky.social · 6d

For the 29th time in NHL history, the Leafs and Habs square off to open their regular season schedules.

Projected lineups, quotes from the room, and more to get you set for the season opener 👇

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For the 29th time in NHL history, the Maple Leafs and Canadiens square off to open their regular season schedules (7:00 p.m., Sportsnet). The Maple Leafs face just two playoff teams from last season…

Craig Berube on Nick Robertson making the Leafs' opening night lineup: "He worked extremely hard and played well... He deserved to be on the team"

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Berube on Robertson making the opening-night lineup: "He scored goals throughout camp. With his work ethic and tenacity, he is a noticeable player. He worked extremely hard and played well. He deserved to be on the team."

Chief ahead of the season opener 👇

Ahead of the season opener, Craig Berube discussed Matias Maccelli’s opportunity on the top line, Nick Robertson making the opening-night lineup, Easton Cowan remaining with the team, and the…

Craig Berube on reuniting with Sammy Blais in Toronto: "A heavy, heavy hitter with no fear... He has really good hands and a good shot"

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Craig Berube on reuniting with Sammy Blais in Toronto: “I really liked him... He's a heavy, heavy hitter who hits people hard. He has no fear… He has really good hands and a good shot."

Chief on the eve of the season opener 👇

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On the eve of the new season, Craig Berube discussed the addition of Sammy Blais to the roster, the plan for Easton Cowan, and the differences in this year’s team vs. last. Practice Lines – October 7…

Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving on the plan for Easton Cowan: "I want him playing"

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On the eve of the season, Brad Treliving discusses the waiver pickups of Sammy Blais and Cayden Primeau, Joe Woll's absence, his forward group after the Scott Laughton injury, and his depth at all positions on the roster 👇

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On the eve of the season opener, GM Brad Treliving discussed the waiver pickups of Sammy Blais and Cayden Primeau, Joseph Woll’s absence, his forward group after the Scott Laughton injury, and his…

Scrutinizing Craig Berube's lineup adjustments post-Laughton injury - Maple Leafs Notebook

Maple Leaf Hot Stove @mapleleafshotstove.bsky.social · 7d

In the season opener eve Leafs Notebook:

- Robertson making the opening night lineup
- Benoit toggling between the left and right side
- Scrutinizing Berube's lineup adjustment after the Laughton injury

& much more via @APetrielli.bsky.social 👇

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We’re on the eve of the Maple Leafs’ home/season opener, and as always, storylines abound in Leafland. Earlier today, we weighed the decision-making around Eason Cowan’s development path to start the…

How should the Maple Leafs manage Easton Cowan to start the season?

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While a lot is shifting day to day, Easton Cowan lined up as the 13th forward at practice yesterday.

@APetrielli.bsky.social on Cowan's development path and how the Leafs should manage him to start the season 👇

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The roster is set… for now. While the regular season is about to begin, it still feels like there is quite a bit to sort through in Toronto, but in the meantime, we have our first look at the new…

Instant Analysis: Maple Leafs claim Sammy Blais & Cayden Primeau

Maple Leaf Hot Stove @mapleleafshotstove.bsky.social · 8d

The Maple Leafs made two waiver claims on Monday -- one is a depth forward familiar to Craig Berube, and the other is some added goaltending insurance.

Instant analysis via @APetrielli.bsky.social 👇

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The Toronto Maple Leafs claimed left-shot winger Sammy Blais and goaltender Cayden Primeau off waivers on Monday. They also officially managed to pass all four of their waived players — Dakota…

Craig Berube on whether Easton Cowan is NHL-ready after preseason: "We have decisions to make, but he showed us enough to say he's ready"

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Craig Berube on whether Easton Cowan is NHL-ready after preseason showings: "We have decisions to make, but he showed us enough to say he's ready."

Chief after the 6-5 OT loss in Detroit 👇

Craig Berube addressed the media after the Maple Leafs’ 6-5 overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings in the final game of the preseason. On the team’s performance: Hard-working game by our guys. We…