All posts tagged "Gavin McKenna"

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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 10 hours ago

  What’s Gavin McKenna’s Biggest Challenge in His First NHL Season?

  Gavin McKenna is adjusting to the NHL, while Jim Hiller faces a balancing act with the young Maple Leafs prospect's ice...

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 3 days ago

  The Maple Leafs Suddenly Look Like One of the NHL’s Worst Teams and Jim Hiller Isn’t Helping

  The Maple Leafs are spiraling after a stretch of ugly losses. Hiller's decisions and Bobrovsky's struggles are raising concerns in Toronto.

  By Kyle Odland
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  Montreal Canadiens

  / 2 weeks ago

  McKenna Is Closing the Gap on Caufield in One Surprising Way

  Gavin McKenna is keeping pace with Cole Caufield despite playing five fewer minutes per game. Could this be a sign of...

  By Old Prof
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  Detroit Red Wings

  / 2 weeks ago

  NHL Trade Talk Recap: Oilers, Red Wings & Maple Leafs Failure

  Evander Kane's possible Edmonton return, Dylan Larkin's trade standoff, and the Maple Leafs' latest Seattle heartbreak headline today's news.

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 2 weeks ago

  Maple Leafs Fail Another One Before Their Canucks Test

  The Maple Leafs showed offensive promise against Seattle, but defensive breakdowns and a late goal left them with another frustrating loss.

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 4 weeks ago

  The Maple Leafs Found a Way to Win. Can They Keep It Going?

  The Maple Leafs snapped their losing streak with strong special teams and 30 saves from Bobrovsky. Can they keep it going?

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 4 weeks ago

  Matthew Knies and Now Gavin McKenna: Maple Leafs Mentorship Lives On

  Matthew Knies left Toronto, but Morgan Rielly, Auston Matthews and John Tavares remind us why hockey friendships outlast trades.

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 4 weeks ago

  Gavin McKenna Lets Hiller Off the Hook, But Trust Issues Remain for Maple Leafs

  Gavin McKenna says Jim Hiller reached out after Thursday’s ice-time controversy and assured him it wasn’t about his play.

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 4 weeks ago

  The Maple Leafs’ Worst-Case Scenario: A Deeply Cynical Look

  The Maple Leafs’ loss to Buffalo raised concerns about a full 60-minute effort, Gavin McKenna’s benching, and Jim Hiller’s decisions.

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 4 weeks ago

  NHL Trade Talk Recap: Jets, Flyers, Oilers & Maple Leafs Troubles?

  Hellebuyck’s holdout, Konecny trade rumours and a Maple Leafs collapse headline today’s NHL Trade Talk Recap for October 16.

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 4 weeks ago

  Gavin McKenna’s First Big NHL Lesson May Be More Than Hockey

  Gavin McKenna’s night on the bench could become an early career lesson. How the Maple Leafs’ young star responds may matter...

  By Old Prof
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  Featured

  / 4 weeks ago

  Jim Hiller Under Fire Over Gavin McKenna Blunder In Toronto

  Gavin McKenna played a career-low 6:36 in the Leafs’ OT loss to Buffalo. Jim Hiller owns the decision, but critics aren’t...

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 1 month ago

  3 Major Developments From the Maple Leafs’ Loss to the Sabres

  The Maple Leafs blow a two-goal lead against Buffalo as Marchenko shines, McKenna rides the bench, and Tavares leaves injured.

  By Old Prof
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  Chicago Blackhawks

  / 1 month ago

  NHL Trade Talk Recap: Blackhawks, Maple Leafs, Flyers & Oilers

  Bedard nears his Blackhawks return, the Maple Leafs' speed is trending up, and the Oilers could explore a Flyers trade if...

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 1 month ago

  The Maple Leafs May Be Finding a New Way to Win

  The Maple Leafs are skating harder and hitting higher speeds than last season. The numbers suggest this team might be changing...

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 1 month ago

  Maple Leafs’ First Period Offered a Glimpse of What’s Possible

  The Maple Leafs built a 3-0 lead against Vegas, then let it slip away. But the first period offered a glimpse...

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 1 month ago

  Maple Leafs Still Carry the Baggage of the Past

  Howard Berger's Leafs satire is funny, but underneath it is a serious question: Have the Maple Leafs really left their old...

  By Old Prof
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  Edmonton Oilers

  / 1 month ago

  NHL Trade Talk Recap: Kings, Jets, Oilers & Maple Leafs

  The Hellebuyck standoff takes a surprising turn, Edmonton makes a quiet swap, and McKenna's first NHL goal comes with a funny...

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 1 month ago

  McKenna Scored His First Goal in Game 4 & That Really Tells Us?

  Gavin McKenna finally scored his first NHL goal, but what does it really tell us about where his career is headed?

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 1 month ago

  Gavin McKenna Takes Friendly Jab at Family Following Big Night

  Gavin McKenna scored his first NHL goal without his parents on site. His response shows how much personality the Maple Leafs...

  By NHL Trade Talk