All posts tagged "John Tavares"

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  NHL News

  / 2 days ago

  The Reason the Maple Leafs Couldn’t Get Over the Hump

  The Maple Leafs blame game gets messy—Core Four, management, and coaching all share responsibility for years of playoff frustration.

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 3 weeks ago

  NHL Trade Talk Readers Speak: Maple Leafs Quick Thoughts

  Maple Leafs fans weigh in on Matthews, Knies, and Rielly — plus what really went wrong this offseason. Reader takes +...

  By Old Prof
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  NHL News

  / 1 month ago

  Which NHLPA Player Awards Did the Maple Leafs Win?

  William Nylander led the NHLPA poll for style, but it’s more than fashion in Toronto—personality, branding, and rivalry still help the...

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 1 month ago

  More Than a Letter: The Matthews–Tavares Captaincy Change

  It’s just a letter, until it isn’t. Did the Maple Leafs’ captaincy switch shift more in the room than we think?...

  By Old Prof
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  New York Islanders

  / 2 months ago

  Lou Lamoriello Applauds Islanders Fans for Harsh Reception of John Tavares

  Lou Lamoriello loved Islanders fans’ reaction to John Tavares’ first game back in New York.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 2 months ago

  Why John Tavares’ Minus-25 Doesn’t Tell the Full Story

  Tavares still drives offense, anchors the locker room, and keeps the Leafs afloat—even with minus numbers that don’t tell the full...

  By Old Prof
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  Boston Bruins

  / 2 months ago

  Nikita Zadorov Calls Loss to the Maple Leafs “Embarrassing”

  Nikita Zadorov wasn’t happy about his Boston Bruins losing to the rival Toronto Maple Leafs.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 2 months ago

  Following a Matthews Trade: “How Deep Would the Roster Gutting Go?”

  What would a Matthews trade mean as far as roster gutting goes in Toronto? What other names would follow out the...

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  NHL Talk

  / 2 months ago

  Insider Asks the Difficult Question: What Has Happened to John Tavares?

  John Tavares’ struggles for most of the 2025–26 season have been hard to ignore of late.

  By Jackson Weber
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 3 months ago

  Friedman Signals Maple Leafs Will Sell After Florida Meltdown

  The Maple Leafs’ season didn’t collapse last night—it ended in Florida. Two losses, no answers, and Friedman says it’s time to...

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 4 months ago

  What’s Really Happening With the Maple Leafs John Tavares?

  Tavares still has game. The Maple Leafs just don’t have the depth to lean on him like they used to. Why...

  By Old Prof
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  Featured

  / 4 months ago

  Tavares Gave Up the ‘C,’ Now the Maple Leafs Are Falling Apart

  John Tavares gave up the “C.” The team slid anyway. So what does leadership look like when you’re no longer in...

  By Old Prof
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 4 months ago

  Why Does John Tavares Want Scott Laughton on His Line?

  John Tavares breaks down why Scott Laughton is way more than a grinder—and why teammates love playing with him.

  By Old Prof
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  Colorado Avalanche

  / 5 months ago

  NHL Stats Update: McDavid Soars, Draisaitl Surges, Leafs’ Stars Slump

  The Art Ross race is tightening as McDavid heats up, Draisaitl climbs, and the Maple Leafs search for offense from their...

  By Jackson Weber
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 6 months ago

  Beyond Roster Trade, Maple Leafs Have Hit a Breaking Point

  The Maple Leafs have dropped seven of eight games, and their issues run far deeper than a single trade. Toronto has...

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Featured

  / 6 months ago

  Maple Leafs Depth Destroyed? A Shocking Number of Picks Given Up

  Toronto’s depth issues aren’t bad luck — they’re the result of years of aggressive trades and lost draft picks. Now what...

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  NHL News

  / 6 months ago

  Berube and Tavares Irked as “Immature” Maple Leafs Ignore Defense Again

  Craig Berube blasted the Maple Leafs after another defensive collapse — and it’s clear Toronto’s problems run deeper than just goaltending.

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  NHL News

  / 6 months ago

  Maple Leafs’ Best Bargain Might Be Their Most Unlikely Star

  At age 35, John Tavares is putting up career-best numbers while costing the Toronto Maple Leafs far less than expected.

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  NHL News

  / 7 months ago

  Tavares Reaches 500 Goals: Why Are He and Maple Leafs Fans So Upset?

  John Tavares hits 500 career goals but faces mixed emotions. Discover the story behind this historic achievement in the NHL.

  By NHL Trade Talk
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  Toronto Maple Leafs

  / 7 months ago

  Near 500-Goal Guy Now a Steal of a Deal for the Maple Leafs

  Learn how John Tavares is leading the Toronto Maple Leafs during a rough start, all while aiming for 500 goals in...

  By NHL Trade Talk