Leafs and Bruins Add to NHL Game 7 History & Bertuzzi Takes A Subtle Shot at Former Team
Plus, Börje-The Journey of a Legend is a must-see, the latest news & rumours and more
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Maple Leafs & Bruins Add to NHL Game 7 History
May 4, 2024 by Jim Bay
In the Boston Bruins’ 2-1 overtime victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs, the two teams added to the rich NHL Playoff history of Game 7.
Pastrnak Lifts Bruins to Game 7 Overtime Win Over the Maple Leafs
May 4, 2024 by Jim Bay
David Pastrnak scored a goal two minutes into overtime to give the Boston Bruins a 2-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs and the victory in their first-round series.
Maple Leafs Rumours & Rumblings Before Game 7
May 4, 2024 by Jim Bay
Ilya Samsonov will start for the Maple Leafs…Joseph Woll is battling an injury from Game 6. Martin Jones will be the Maple Leafs backup. Auston Matthews will be in the lineup for Game 7.
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Matthews, Keefe & Montgomery Job Status
May 4, 2024 by The Old Prof
Tonight, one of two Original Six teams, the Toronto Maple Leafs or the Boston Bruins, will end their Stanley Cup run for this postseason. This series has been one of intense competition. And tonight’s Game 7 promises to be no different—“just” another chapter in their longstanding rivalry.
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Börje – The Journey of a Legend Is a Must-See for Maple Leafs Fans
May 4, 2024 by The Old Prof
Hockey fans, in general, and Toronto Maple Leaf’s hockey fans, in particular, are in for a visual treat. The six-part miniseries Börje—The Journey of a Legend is making its North American debut on the Viaplay streaming service. The series chronicles the remarkable life of Swedish Maple Leafs ice hockey icon Börje Salming.
Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews’ Status Undetermined for Game 7 vs. Bruins
May 4, 2024 by Jesse Courville-Lynch
The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to finish their first-round matchup against the Boston Bruins tonight, as they face off in the first game seven of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. While the Maple Leafs have battled back in a big way after trailing 3-1 in the series and winning two straight, they will look to complete the comeback in Boston. One of the biggest storylines surrounding this series is the availability of Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews and whether he will be healthy enough to play, which doesn’t seem promising.
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Nylander, Woll, Game 7 Looming
May 3, 2024 by The Old Prof
On Tuesday morning, it seemed the end was nye for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Now, four days later, life looks rosier for the team from Toronto. Putting up two straight 2-1 wins against an old nemesis like the Boston Bruins can do that for you.
Can the Maple Leafs Complete Comeback in Game 7 on Saturday?
May 3, 2024 by Karine Hains
Many had the Toronto Maple Leafs dead and buried when they went down 3-1 in the series against their nemesis, the Boston Bruins, but against all odds and without Auston Matthews, Toronto has just won two elimination games. Now, there’s only one game left, winner takes all, do the Maple Leafs have what it takes to win the final showdown in Boston?
Maple Leafs’ Bertuzzi Takes Subtle Post-Game Shot at Former Team
May 3, 2024 by Jesse Courville-Lynch
The Toronto Maple Leafs have come back against the Boston Bruins and forced a Game 7 in their first-round postseason matchup. The Bruins were leading the series 3-1 and all hope seemed to be lost when it was announced forward Auston Matthews was dealing with something major and he wasn’t able to play. Despite missing Game 5, the Maple Leafs won and forced a Game 6 and despite him also missing that game, the Maple Leafs dominated and are now headed back to Boston with all the momentum. After the game, Maple Leafs’ forward Tyler Bertuzzi had some comments that seemed to be a subtle shot at his former team.