Maple Leafs' Roster Locked In: Key Players Ruled Out of a Retool & Team Prioritize Goal Prevention
Plus,Patrick Marleau's lasting Leafs legacy , the latest news & rumours and more
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Maple Leafs’ Roster Locked In: Key Players Ruled Out of a Retool
August 9, 2024 by Jim Parsons
The Toronto Maple Leafs will be seen as contenders this season. Whether they can take the next step and find success in the playoffs remains to be seen, but the organization is going into the 2024-25 campaign with a sense they can jump that hurdle, even with most of the same forward core from a year before. To say a retool isn’t on their mind is putting it mildly.
Maple Leafs Prioritize Goal Prevention in Key Offseason Moves
August 8, 2024 by The Old Prof
It hasn’t taken long for Toronto Maple Leafs fans to notice the distinct difference between the approaches of the two general managers (GMs.) Former GM Kyle Dubas built his team around a strong puck-possession offense and focused on generating scoring opportunities and maintaining game control. Under his leadership, the team was constructed to maximize offensive output, with a core designed to play a fast, skilled style.
Patrick Marleau’s Lasting Maple Leafs Legacy
August 8, 2024 by The Old Prof
An NHL team like the Toronto Maple Leafs is more than just a group of athletes working together for success; it is a close-knit community that often becomes a second family. The friendship and companionship developed among team members can be so strong that some players find retirement difficult because they miss these bonds.
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How the Maple Leafs Stack Up Against All 7 Atlantic Division Opponents
August 8, 2024 by Rupert McDonald
The Toronto Maple Leafs don’t have many believing in them entering the 2024-25 season. After years of hype, it seems that the fan base has come to grips with the fact that this current core simply does not have what it takes to go on a deep playoff run.
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