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Leafs practice notes: Max Pacioretty remains in lineup for Game 4 vs. Senators

Max Pacioretty will likely remain in the lineup for the Toronto Maple Leafs as they look to close out their first-round series against the Ottawa Senators.

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Maple Leafs’ Killer Instinct Starts at the Faceoff Dot

For Toronto Maple Leafs fans, the moment felt eerily familiar. Exactly two years ago (almost to the day), Morgan Rielly scored a sudden overtime winner against the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 3 by taking advantage of a clean faceoff win by Ryan O’Reilly, setting up a quick-release shot through traffic.

Craig Berube News / 6IX ON ICE / April 26

A Craig Berube evolution of the Toronto Maple Leafs

Let’s take a walk down memory lane. We’re in overtime. 14:15 to go in the frame. Dougie Hamilton sends a clean pass from the Bruins’ blueline straight to Patrice Bergeron, bypassing Toronto’s one–two–two setup.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 26

Brad Treliving deserves a ton of credit for restructuring Maple Leafs’ roster

Brad Treliving has his fingerprints all over this Toronto Maple Leafs roster, and they’ve quickly become a Stanley Cup Playoff powerhouse. The Maple Leafs’ general manager hasn’t even been on the job for two years, and it feels like this Leafs’ team is different, night-and-day, than any of the playoff-bound teams from Kyle Dubas’ era.

Leon Draisaitl News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

How many of the yearly leaders in NHL goals since the 1990-91 season can you name in five minutes?

The '60+ goals in an NHL season' quiz

The 'NHL players with multiple Hart Trophies' quiz

The 'NHL active points leaders' quiz

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / April 26

The Toronto Maple Leafs are a different team this year thanks to their defence corps

I have to admit it. I like Berube-style hockey. While the slow, defence-focused hockey might have been more boring to watch, the results speak for themselves.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 26

Marner, Matthews & the Maple Leafs’ Chemistry Doesn’t Just Happen

Years from now, Toronto Maple Leafs fans may look back on this era and wonder if they were witnessing the golden age of their team. A Stanley Cup is still the missing piece, the ultimate validation — but even without it (for now), what we’re seeing in this postseason is something special.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / April 26

Maple Leafs Hoping to Repeat History Against Senators

The Toronto Maple Leafs have the Ottawa Senators backed into a corner. The Leafs hold a 3-0 series lead in their opening-round matchup. With one more loss, the Senators' season will end disappointingly.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 26

Maple Leafs’ Fourth Line Playing Pivotal Role in Playoffs

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Ottawa Senators in their first-round match-up. While much is due to the offensive production from the star players, terrific play from Anthony Stolarz in goal and game-winning goals from unlikely sources, they’re getting contributions throughout the lineup in many ways.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 26

Cory Cross reflects on his OT goal vs. Senators in 2001, Simon Benoit, and Craig Berube

Former Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Cory Cross got a sense of deja vu when Simon Benoit scored the overtime winner in Game 3 against the Ottawa Senators on Thursday.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 26

Maple Leafs Protecting Core Four With Deep Playoff Run in Mind

It’s inarguable that this generation of Toronto Maple Leafs hockey has been defined – for better or worse – by four players. The quartet of Auston Matthews,

Max Domi News / TheLeafsnation / April 26

Looking ahead, looking at what has gone right, and ignoring the numbers: Leaflets

The Leafs are doing the unthinkable, they are dominating a first round playoff series. Dominating is a somewhat subjective term as two overtime wins certainly point to close games.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / April 26

Auston Matthews' Postgame Interview With Simon Benoit Catches Attention

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews and defenseman Simon Benoit shared the press-conference table after Toronto’s 3-2 overtime win against the Ottawa Senators in Game 3.

Brandon Carlo News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 25

Maple Leafs’ Brandon Carlo vocal on potential 1st-round Senators sweep

Brandon Carlo and the Toronto Maple Leafs are nearing a first-round sweep of the Ottawa Senators. It’s been a while since the Maple Leafs had a chance to do this.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 25

Maple Leafs Must Close Out Games To Prove They’re Cup Worthy

The Toronto Maple Leafs are leading the Round 1 series against the Ottawa Senators 3-0 and it’s a reminder, in case there need to be any more of them, that this team looks different.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / April 25

The Maple Leafs simply look different right now, but the real test is still to come

The vibes are high in the Six, but there’s still a lot of work to be done if the Toronto Maple Leafs want to reach their ultimate goal. Following another

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 25

Maple Leafs Take News & Rumours: Marner, Benoit, Trust, Dominance & Depth

The Toronto Maple Leafs are up 3–0 in their First-Round series against the Ottawa Senators after a dramatic 3-2 overtime win in Ottawa on Thursday night.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 25

Knee-jerk reactions to first week of NHL's Stanley Cup Playoffs

As we move into Games 3 and 4, let's take a look at some knee-jerk reactions to the first week of the NHL playoffs.

Stanley Cup playoffs takeaways: Maple Leafs in control; Hagel should be suspended

Lightning look to turn page, even series vs. Panthers

Power play looms large as Oilers-Kings series shifts to Edmonton

Which players have the most points in NHL postseason history?

The 'Stanley Cup-winning Edmonton Oilers' quiz

Simon Benoit News / Trade Talk Sports / April 25

Simon Benoit’s Surprise Offense Makes Maple Leafs History

In the whirlwind of the NHL regular season, it’s easy for players to go unnoticed, even when they’re playing their hearts out. That’s been the case for Simon Benoit of the Maple Leafs. He’s not the guy who’s always in the spotlight, but he’s been solid as a rock on Toronto’s blue line this season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Voiceless Maple Leafs' Superfan Finds Clever Way to Celebrate Game 3 Win

The Toronto Maple Leafs pushed the Ottawa Senators to the brink on Thursday night, earning a 3-2 overtime win in Game 3 to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the first-round series.

Anthony Stolarz News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Maple Leafs' Anthony Stolarz Reveals Game 3 Message to NHL Officials

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz has played a central role in both the scoreboard and the storylines surrounding the Battle of Ontario against the Ottawa Senators.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Blade of Steel / April 24

Two Iconic Maple Leafs Announcers Reportedly Not Travelling To Ottawa

The Toronto Maple Leafs have the chance to wrap up their first round series in Ottawa, but now, it's been revealed that two key announcers won't be there.

Max Pacioretty News / Daily Faceoff / April 24

Maple Leafs’ Max Pacioretty expected to play in Game 3 versus Senators

Toronto Maple Leafs left winger Max Pacioretty is expected to return to the lineup Thursday for Game 3 of the opening-round series in the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Atlantic Division rival Ottawa Senators, reports TSN’s Mark Masters.

Matthew Knies News / 6IX ON ICE / April 24

How in the world did Matthew Knies fall to the Toronto Maple Leafs?

Twenty-two-year-old Matthew Knies has become one of the NHL’s best power forwards, and his path to the Leafs is fascinating. There must be something in the water in Phoenix because Knies and Auston Matthews are both from there and have become fan favourites. Knies was drafted in the second round, 57th overall, in the 2021 NHL Draft.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / April 23

Blue Line Depth Becoming a Game-Changer for Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs are getting key contributions from some unexpected places—and it’s starting to look less like luck and more like smart scouting and coaching.