Auston Matthews’ return to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ lineup was always going to have profound effects throughout the lineup, but the greatest beneficiary is Matthew Knies. Knies exploded for his first career-hat trick alongside Matthews in a dominant five-point performance, leading the Maple Leafs to a 6-4 victory over the Boston Bruins. The 22-year-old winger started the year … [Read more...] about Matthew Knies is the greatest beneficiary from Auston Matthews’ return
Maple Leafs claim Dakota Mermis off waivers from Utah HC
Dakota Mermis is reuniting with the Toronto Maple Leafs, after being claimed off waivers from Utah HC. Mermis has been assigned to the AHL’s Toronto Marlies. The 30-year-old signed a one-year, $775,000 contract with the Maple Leafs on July 2, then played in three games with the Marlies, recording one assist. Mermis was placed on waivers by the Maple Leafs on December 12 and was … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs claim Dakota Mermis off waivers from Utah HC
What does Connor McDavid’s ‘crossbar and in’ challenge to Auston Matthews mean?
Connor McDavid sent the hockey world into a frenzy with one tweet Thursday afternoon, issuing a challenge to Auston Matthews. McDavid sent a publicly viewable tweet to Matthews, asking him to shoot the puck off the crossbar and in, without further explanation. So what does the Edmonton Oilers superstar mean by this? .@AM34 crossbar and in, let’s see it — Connor McDavid … [Read more...] about What does Connor McDavid’s ‘crossbar and in’ challenge to Auston Matthews mean?
Knee Jerk Reaction: Bobby McMann plays X-factor, leads Leafs to 2-1 victory over Islanders
The Toronto Maple Leafs started 2025 the same way they finished 2024, defeating the New York Islanders. Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann led the way. He continued his scorching-hot streak, potting two goals on the night, including the game-winner during a late power play in the third period. McMann now has 12 goals on the season and is on pace for 25-plus. At just $1.35 million … [Read more...] about Knee Jerk Reaction: Bobby McMann plays X-factor, leads Leafs to 2-1 victory over Islanders
Auston Matthews ruled out vs. Islanders, no target date set for his return
Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews has been ruled out of Thursday’s game against the New York Islanders, and spoke to reporters following Wednesday’s practice. “It’s nice to still be around the guys a lot, being able to take part in practices, it’s big, especially when you’ve been out for a little bit. Just taking it day by day and feeling good, feeling better every … [Read more...] about Auston Matthews ruled out vs. Islanders, no target date set for his return