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It was a much better all-around effort from the Maple Leafs in game two after dropping the opening game of the series last Saturday night. And now, with the series tied 1-1 and Toronto headed back home for games three and four, the Maple Leafs will go to work and try to take care of business with home-ice advantage.

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Sheldon Keefe on Brad Marchand drawing two penalties in the first two games of the series: “Have to recognize the players you’re playing against… They’re very good at making it very clear there has been an infraction”

Ahead of Game 3, Sheldon Keefe discussed the latest on William Nylander, the physicality of the series, Mitch Marner’s production through two games, and the work in progress on the penalty kill.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Old Prof Hockey / 0 minutes ago

Marlies Finish Regular Season On Sour Note: Playoffs Coming

The Toronto Marlies lost their last three games of the regular season. As a result, they not only blew a chance to finish in the top three thus avoiding

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / 2 hours ago

Maple Leafs-Bruins Game 3 preview: An encore from the Most Dangerous Man on the Ice

Auston Matthews is eight years into his decorated career and yet, no one’s managed to give him a fitting nickname. Sure, we know No. 34 as ‘Papi’ — although it should be exercised with caution, especially against the Boston Bruins as it used to be the nearly-exclusive domain of Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / 49 minutes ago

Nylander, Matthews Game 3 Status Updates for Maple Leafs

There are plenty of questions surrounding William Nylander heading into Game 3 for the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday. Will he play? What’s his injury situation?

William Nylander News / Daily Faceoff / 1 hour ago

'There’s a chance' Maple Leafs’ William Nylander will play in Game3 vs. Bruins

Some hopeful news out of Toronto this morning as Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander was on the ice for morning skate ahead of game 3 against the Boston Bruins.

Sheldon Keefe News / TheLeafsnation / 1 hour ago

Sheldon Keefe deserves a ton of credit through the first two playoff games

As Sheldon Keefe likes to put it, when you’re coaching the Toronto Maple Leafs, every game feels like a playoff game. Now that the Stanley Cup Playoffs are upon us, Keefe’s an old pro and it’s shown through the first two games of the series.

William Nylander News / TheLeafsnation / 1 hour ago

William Nylander reportedly expected to play Game 3

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander is expected to play Wednesday’s Game 3 against the Boston Bruins, according to The Athletic’s Chris Johnston.

William Nylander News / NHL Trade Talk / 1 hour ago

Insider Says Maple Leafs Refuting Nasty William Nylander Rumor

Elliotte Friedman was a guest on the Pat McAfee Show and was asked about the latest rumor regarding William Nylander. Wanting to know if Nylander was missing games due to off-ice issues or an injury, Friedman said it didn’t believe it was off-ice issues causing Nylander to miss games.

Max Domi News / The Hockey Writers / 46 minutes ago

Max Domi Can Be Maple Leafs’ Difference-Maker vs. Bruins

Playoff hockey is not for the faint of heart and while talent is a must, postseason play requires more than that. It requires grit and dedication. Under Kyle Dubas, the Maple Leafs assembled a team that oozes talent but lacks character and physicality.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / 4 minutes ago

Matthews’ Star Performance Was the Catalyst for Maple Leafs Game 2 Win

Heading into Game 2 in TD Garden, the Toronto Maple Leafs knew they needed to win this game to get back in this series. They needed to lean on the core of their team, the leaders in their forward core.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / 51 minutes ago

Maple Leafs’ Physical Play Has Been a Double-Edged Sword

The matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins was expected to be among the more physical first-round series of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Mitch Marner News / TheLeafsnation / 1 hour ago

The Maple Leafs need more from Mitch Marner

The Maple Leafs make their way back to Toronto for Games 3 and 4 this week and even though they feel good about splitting the first two games in Boston, there are some growing concerns over the output of Mitch Marner.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / 13 hours ago

Surprise in Beantown: Maple Leafs Win 3-2 Over Bruins

For history buffs, Boston’s nickname “Beantown” originated with the city’s historical association with baked beans. Because Boston was a major port city in the American colonies, it had access to literally tons of molasses, a key ingredient in making baked beans.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Pro Hockey Rumors / 11 hours ago