Having just cleared waivers yesterday, questions immediately sprouted concerning Ilya Samsonov, and how the Toronto Maple Leafs plan to deal with the struggling goaltender. Now rostered with the organization’s AHL affiliate, the Toronto Marlies, Jonas Siegel of The Athletic shed a bit more light on the issue this afternoon.Speaking with the General Manager of the Maple Leafs, … [Read more...] about Samsonov Will Not Skate This Week With Marlies
Leafs Were Offering Up Late-Round Pick For Goalie Help
With Ilya Samsonov’s struggles, the Maple Leafs have been among the teams that have been sniffing around the goalie market. However, as Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman relayed in the latest 32 Thoughts podcast (audio link) that Toronto’s foray into the market was believed to be them offering up a late-round pick – possibly a sixth-rounder – but teams were seeking a better return … [Read more...] about Leafs Were Offering Up Late-Round Pick For Goalie Help
Maple Leafs Recall Dennis Hildeby
The Maple Leafs recalled rookie netminder Dennis Hildeby from the AHL’s Toronto Marlies on Monday morning, per a team release. Hildeby joined the Maple Leafs at practice this morning and is expected to dress for his first NHL game Tuesday in Los Angeles. Hildeby replaces Ilya Samsonov on the active roster, who will be assigned to the minors after 1 p.m. CT today, assuming he … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs Recall Dennis Hildeby
Maple Leafs Place Ilya Samsonov On Waivers
The Toronto Maple Leafs have placed goaltender Ilya Samsonov on waivers. Samsonov’s last appearance came on December 29nd, when he allowed the Columbus Blue Jackets six goals on only 21 shots. More to come… … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs Place Ilya Samsonov On Waivers
David Kampf Made A Healthy Scratch
Jonas Siegel of The Athletic reports that David Kampf will be a healthy scratch tonight for the Toronto Maple Leafs. After spending two years being a formidable bottom-six forward for Toronto, the organization rewarded Kampf, signing the forward to a four-year, $9.6MM contract extension over the summer, hoping to gain some long-term stability in the bottom of their forward … [Read more...] about David Kampf Made A Healthy Scratch