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Maple Leafs & Lightning: Wide-Open But No High-Danger Chances

If you watched the Toronto Maple Leafs’ thrilling 4-3 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning, it likely felt like one of the most wide-open games of the season.

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Insider Talks Reality of an Offer Sheet For Matthew Knies

Hockey insider and TSN analyst Chris Johnston reports that despite rumors that Matthew Knies might be the target of an offer sheet this summer, it’s not a realistic threat.

Anthony Stolarz News / Daily Faceoff / April 10

Does Anthony Stolarz have long-term starter potential for the Leafs?

In his first season in the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ crease, Anthony Stolarz has impressed. Through 32 outings, the 31-year-old New Jersey native has put together a 19-8-3 record coupled with a .922 save percentage, 2.28 goals-against average, plus a pair of shutouts.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

Leafs sign defenceman Blake Smith to 3-year, entry-level contract

On Thursday, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced they have signed defenceman Blake Smith to a three-year, entry-level contract. Smith just completed his season with the OHL’s Flint Firebirds, recording a career-best 10 goals and 32 points in 64 games during the regular season, adding an assist in five playoff games.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / April 10

Maple Leafs sign Blake Smith to entry-level contract

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Thursday that the club has signed undrafted defenseman Blake Smith to a three-year, entry-level contract set to begin in 2025-26.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

5 Surprises Shaping the Maple Leafs’ Playoff Push

The Toronto Maple Leafs wrapped up a two-game swing through Florida that perfectly captured this team’s unpredictability. On Tuesday, they fell flat in a disappointing 3–1 loss to the Panthers.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

3 Takeaways From the Maple Leafs’ 4-3 Overtime Win Over the Lightning

The Toronto Maple Leafs earned a hard-fought 4-3 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday (April 9) to sweep the season series between the two rivals.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

Craig Berube raves about Matthew Knies’ tremendous growth during breakout season

Matthew Knies delivered a signature performance for the Toronto Maple Leafs in a 4-3 thriller against the Tampa Bay Lightning, earning a rave review from head coach Craig Berube.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

Mitch Marner more focused on team success than reaching 100-point mark

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner had a strong showing against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday. Aside from Matthew Knies, who recorded his second career hat-trick, Marner was arguably the Leafs’ best player with a goal and two assists on the night.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

Maple Leafs News & Rumours: Block Party, Knies & Stolarz

The Toronto Maple Leafs delivered a gutsy 4-3 overtime win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, bouncing back just 24 hours after a flat 3-1 loss to the Florida Panthers.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

Matthew Knies’ confidence on full display following hat-trick in crucial win vs. Lightning

For a franchise that always seems to have a dark cloud overtop of them whenever the playoffs roll around, the idea of Matthew Knies in the playoffs serves as a beam of sunlight.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

Pacioretty should start the playoffs with Tavares and Nylander: Alberga’s Take

He hasn’t played since February 8th, but make no mistake about it, Max Pacioretty will be in the mix for the Toronto Maple Leafs once they kick off the Stanley Cup Playoffs in roughly 10 short days from now.

Matthew Knies News / Trade Talk Sports / April 10

Maple Leafs Matthew Knies Isn’t Just Heating Up; He’s Taking Over

After calling out both himself and the team for playing soft in Tuesday’s loss to the Florida Panthers, Matthew Knies stepped up in a big way the very next night.

Matthew Knies News / TheLeafsnation / April 10

7 takeaways from Leafs-Lightning: Knies delivers signature game in most important win of year

Billed as the most important game of the regular season, Matthew Knies certainly understood the assignment. Knies recorded a hat-trick, including the overtime winner to lead the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 4-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, building a three-point lead for top spot in the Atlantic Division.

John Tavares News / Athlon Sports / April 10

Maple Leafs' John Tavares Issues Interesting Comment on Contract Situation

Toronto Maple Leafs former captain John Tavares isn’t quite thinking about July—yet. The Maple Leafs veteran forward, who turns 35 later this year, is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, but he made it clear this week that contract talks are not his concern right now.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 9

Maple Leafs Use Matthew Knies Hat Trick to Down the Lightning in Overtime

Matthew Knies scored in overtime and picked up a hat trick to lead the Toronto Maple Leafs past the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3. With the win, the Maple Leafs have a three-point lead over the Lightning for the top spot in the Atlantic Division.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 9

Knee Jerk Reaction: Matthew Knies continues utter domination of Lightning in biggest win of season

I only have two words. Matthew Knies. There genuinely has to be some kind of superior force at work here. Ever since Knies lost the Frozen Four on the sheet of ice at Amalie Arena, completely unrelated to the Tampa Bay Lightning at all, he has turned into a complete and utter force against that hockey team.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / April 9

Watch: Maple Leafs' Knies completes hat trick with winning goal

Watch: Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies completes hat trick with winning goal vs. Lightning

Left winger Matthew Knies provided some needed punch for the Toronto Maple Leafs in their road game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday night.

Leafs sweep Lightning, take over first in Atlantic

John Tavares named Maple Leafs’ nominee for Bill Masterton Trophy

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 9

Maple Leafs’ John Tavares Nominated for 2025 Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy

The Toronto chapter of the Professional Hockey Writers Association has nominated Toronto Maple Leafs‘ forward John Tavares for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the player who best exemplifies perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 8

Toronto Maple Leafs’ dream, nightmare scenarios for 2025 NHL Playoffs

The Toronto Maple Leafs are headed to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the ninth consecutive season. Since Auston Matthews, John Tavares, and Mitch Marner joined forces, they have been dominant in the regular season.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Blade of Steel / April 9

NHL World Mourning as Former Maple Leafs Forward Sadly Passes Away

The hockey community has become accustomed to learning heartbreaking news over the past few years as we have lost many beloved members of the community.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / April 8

Ranking the Toronto Maple Leafs’ best and worst opponents for the NHL playoffs

With the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs just around the corner, the Toronto Maple Leafs are hoping to take the top of the Atlantic Division. The playoff matchups have yet to be set, and the teams are still fighting for division and wild card placements.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 8

It's a long shot, but these players may have shot at Alex Ovechkin’s NHL goal mark

For the majority of his career, Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin deemed Wayne Gretzky’s career goals mark impossible to beat. He even admitted it to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman in a 2016 interview.

Sidney Crosby weighs in on his playing future and retirement

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / Trade Talk Sports / April 6

Maple Leafs Big Three Hot as Playoffs Loom

As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for the playoffs, their star trio of William Nylander, Auston Matthews, and Mitch Marner are on fire. Saturday’s 5-0 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets exemplifies their dominance.

Anthony Stolarz News / 6IX ON ICE / April 6

Anthony Stolarz has emerged as the Toronto Maple Leafs playoff starter

Both of the Toronto Maple Leafs goalies have been fantastic. The duo was a pretty fairly unknown heading into the season, neither of them ever topping more than 28 games in a season.