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
Maple Leafs rave about Chris Tanev returning to game after taking puck to face
Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Chris Tanev briefly left Tuesday’s game against the New York Islanders after taking a puck to the face, but he returned in a stellar effort. It’s clear that Tanev’s teammates and coaches are in awe of the NHL’s premier shot-blocker. Tanev leads the NHL with 106 blocked shots and has been a revelation for the Maple Leafs, forming one of the … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs rave about Chris Tanev returning to game after taking puck to face