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The Marlies got a much-needed bounce-back effort in Charlotte over the weekend, as Vyacheslav Peksa picked up his first AHL win, and Jacob Quillan got back to his scoring ways on the farm.

Catch up via @MarkUKLeaf.bsky.social 👇

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Vyacheslav Peksa records first AHL victory as Toronto Marlies bounce back to defeat Charlotte
“It’s a great response by our group. I give a lot of credit to the leadership group. They led the way. It just set the tone.” – John Gruden “Especially after giving up that second goal, which I’m…
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December 2, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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In the latest Leafs Notebook:

- Cowan developing -- and producing
- Berube's questionable messaging after the WSH loss
- Thoughts on the lines and pairs
- Some reasons for optimism

& much more via @APetrielli.bsky.social 👇

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Easton Cowan's emergence, Craig Berube's questionable messaging, and reasons for optimism as the Leafs edge closer to full health - Leafs Notebook
The Maple Leafs can take a bit of a breath after a decisive win in Pittsburgh, followed by a two-day break, but big questions remain as they enter the month of December with an 11-11-3 record. I’ll…
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December 1, 2025 at 1:11 PM
In the latest Leafs Notebook:

- Cowan developing -- and producing
- Berube's questionable messaging after the WSH loss
- Thoughts on the lines and pairs
- Some reasons for optimism

& much more via @APetrielli.bsky.social 👇

#LeafsForever
Easton Cowan's emergence, Craig Berube's questionable messaging, and reasons for optimism as the Leafs edge closer to full health - Leafs Notebook
The Maple Leafs can take a bit of a breath after a decisive win in Pittsburgh, followed by a two-day break, but big questions remain as they enter the month of December with an 11-11-3 record. I’ll…
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December 1, 2025 at 1:11 PM
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Boy, did the Maple Leafs ever need a win like this.

@APetrielli.bsky.social's review + post-game notes on Joshua's big game, Matthews-Domi, McCabe-Stecher, OEL, Hildeby, the overall forward lines, and more after the Leafs' first regulation win since Nov. 5 👇 #LeafsForever
Game Review: Maple Leafs earn badly needed, relatively stress-free regulation win in Pittsburgh
Boy, did the Maple Leafs ever need a win like this. Not once did Toronto trail in this game, and they cruised to victory in the final 10 minutes. It wasn’t perfect, but for tonight, we’ll enjoy the…
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November 30, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Boy, did the Maple Leafs ever need a win like this.

@APetrielli.bsky.social's review + post-game notes on Joshua's big game, Matthews-Domi, McCabe-Stecher, OEL, Hildeby, the overall forward lines, and more after the Leafs' first regulation win since Nov. 5 👇 #LeafsForever
Game Review: Maple Leafs earn badly needed, relatively stress-free regulation win in Pittsburgh
Boy, did the Maple Leafs ever need a win like this. Not once did Toronto trail in this game, and they cruised to victory in the final 10 minutes. It wasn’t perfect, but for tonight, we’ll enjoy the…
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November 30, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Robertson 6th of the Season vs Penguins courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 30, 2025 at 2:34 AM
“GOOD TO SEE THE BIG BOY BACK ON THE BOARD!”

Matthews 10th of the Season vs Penguins courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 30, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Roy 2nd of the Season vs Penguins courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 30, 2025 at 1:39 AM
"JOSHUA GETS THE REBOUND AND RIPS IT HOME!"

Joshua 3rd of the Season vs Penguins courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 30, 2025 at 1:21 AM
"A DEFLECTION IN FRONT OF THE NET!"

McMann 6th of the Season vs Penguins courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 30, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Cowan 3rd of the Season vs Penguins courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 30, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Ekman Larsson 4th of the Season vs Penguins courtesy of Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph
November 30, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Boosted by Nylander's return, the Leafs are hoping not to lose even more ground against those ahead of them in the (early) playoff race in the East tonight in Pittsburgh.

Quotes from both coaches, lineups, h2h stats to get you set 👇
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Pittsburgh Penguins – Game #25 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info
Boosted by William Nylander’s return to the lineup, the Maple Leafs are hoping not to lose even more ground against those ahead of them in the (early) playoff race in the East when they visit the…
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November 29, 2025 at 11:50 PM
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 👇

#LeafsForever
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