Today in Hockey History: June 3
One of the most memorable penalties in Stanley Cup Final history was called on this date. Also, June 3 was a hectic day for the front office in Motown and…
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Toronto Maple Leafs’ Top-20 Goal Scorers All-Time
The Toronto Maple Leafs have been around for more than a century. With 100 plus years of history, they have had several characters and numerous Hall of Fame players. Many…
One for the Ages: Dave Keon’s 1979-80 NHL Season
By the time Dave Keon returned to the NHL for a curtain call with the Hartford Whalers, he was 39 years old. Even at 39, he was still only the…
Today in Hockey History: Nov. 22
If you were to walk through the wings of the Hockey Hall of Fame, you would see the names of a lot of players who had big moments on this…
Then and Now: The Maple Leafs All-Time Centres
From time to time The Hockey Writers’ editors look back on old articles that generated some buzz. Today, Mar. 14, marks the anniversary of Hockey Hall of Famer Darryl Sittler…
Remembering Toronto Maple Leafs’ Glory
It’s been 53 years since the Toronto Maple Leafs and their fans have enjoyed the sights and sounds of a Stanley Cup win – dating all the way back to…
Is Matthews the Best Maple Leafs’ Center Ever?
On March 14, 2017, on the 35th anniversary of Darryl Sittler becoming the all-time leading goal scorer in Toronto Maple Leafs history, The Hockey Writers’ Andrew Forbes wrote a thoughtful…
Centennial Classic: Nostalgia Not Going Anywhere
Since 2008, the NHL has only missed one year when it comes to hosting an outdoor game. From Winter Classics to Heritage Classics and onto the Stadium Series and the…
50 Years Ago in Hockey: Wings Whip Wobbly Habs
The Detroit Red Wings hung the worst beating of the season on the Montreal Canadiens last night at the Olympia in Detroit. Roger Crozier made 22 saves for the shutout…
Maple Leafs News: Home Opener, JVR and the Rookies
Honouring a century of tradition is no easy feat to pull off. The logistics involved with creating such a huge event are staggering. The Maple Leafs had to create videos,…
Toronto’s Big Surprise, Marner in the Spotlight, Girardi Injured & More News
The Toronto Maple Leafs told fans and media they had a surprise Saturday night, but details were not shared. There were just hints and whispers and the knowledge that the…
Rakell Re-Signs With Ducks, Kane Out Weeks, Keon Tops Leafs’ List & More News
Rakell Inks Six-Year Deal With Ducks The Anaheim Ducks have re-signed Rickard Rakell to a six-year contract, the team announced on Friday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed by…