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Craig Berube on the recent play of Auston Matthews & his line: “He has really stepped it up… The speed on the line has really helped Auston”

After Monday’s practice, Craig Berube discussed his many injury situations, the team’s play over the last 10 games, Nick Robertson and Bobby McMann’s seasons to date, and Auston Matthews catching fire offensively. Can you update us on all of your injury situations? Berube: All of them!? Sure, and then I am done after that: Jake […] The post Craig Berube on the recent play of Auston Matthews & his line: “He has really stepped it up… The speed on the line has really helped Auston” appeared fir...

Today In NHL History - Downie Punches Blake

On January 5th in 2008, Philadelphia Flyers forward Steve Downie sucker-punched the Maple Leafs' Jason Blake as the pair were being restrained by officials following early third period fisticuffs. Already famous for a vicious preseason headshot on Ottawa's Dean McAmmond, earning him a 20 game suspension and criticism from players league-wide (including Blake), the reckless rookie renewed his

Will Kirill Kaprizov Score a Goal vs. the Los Angeles Kings on January 5?

When the Minnesota Wild face the Los Angeles Kings on Monday, is Kirill Kaprizov going to score? Stats and info to help you make the best bet are available below, so take advantage before the puck drops at 10:30 PM ET. Kirill Kaprizov Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Kings Anytime Goal Odds: +125 (Bet $10 to win $12.50 if he scores a goal) Kaprizov Goals Betting Stats In every game Kaprizov has played with a set points prop — one opportunity — he’s exceeded the prop total. Through 43 ga...

Happy Birthday J.P. Arencibia

Former Blue Jays catcher J.P. Arencibia turns 40today. Arencibia was a first-round draft pick by the Jays in the 2004 draft, number 21 overall. He quickly became our top prospect and hit #43 on Baseball America’s top 100 prospects list before the 2009 season. Then, he came up to the Jays and played his first […]

Raptors vs. Hawks Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Monday, January 5, 2026

The Atlanta Hawks (17-20) are 3.5-point underdogs against the Toronto Raptors (21-15) at Scotiabank Arena on Monday, January 5, 2026. The game tips at 7:30 p.m. ET on FDSSE and TSN. The point total is set at 236.5 in the matchup. Raptors vs. Hawks Odds Raptors odds to win: -162 Hawks odds to win: +136 Spread: Raptors (-3.5) Total: 236.5 How to Bet on Raptors vs. Hawks Game Time and Information When: Monday, January 5, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. ET Where: Scotiabank Arena in To...

Let The Debate Continue

I won't deny that I was very against the idea that both Drew Doughty and Travis Sanheim were named to the Canadian Olympic team on Wednesday, and I voiced those opinions on January 1 on The Hockey Show . I haven't changed my opinion on either player's inclusion on the roster when younger players like Owen Power, Jacob Chychrun, Noah Dobson, and Matthew Schafer are available to go and will be the future of the Canadian Olympic team long after both Doughty's and Sanheim's times have passed. Toni...

Alex Nylander scores twice as Toronto Marlies win wild 10-goal game against Rochester

“I don’t know that we necessarily want to get into that type of game (run and gun) with [Rochester]. Once we started to structure it up, get above them, and create some turnovers, they didn’t have the same success as in the first period. Credit to our players for turning it around right from the […] The post Alex Nylander scores twice as Toronto Marlies win wild 10-goal game against Rochester appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

Hawks lose plot late in defeat in Toronto

The Atlanta Hawks suffered a disheartening defeat to the Toronto Raptors on Saturday night, losing 134-117 in a game that was more competitive than the final scoreline might suggest. The Hawks trailed by just one point heading into the fourth quarter, but managed just 11 points in the final frame and were outscored by 16 […]

Auston Matthews passes Mats Sundin as Maple Leafs all-time goal leader

Auston Matthews sits atop Toronto Maple Leafs history. With two goals against the New York Islanders on Saturday night, Matthews tied, and surpassed Mats Sundin as the best goal scorer in franchise history. Matthews scored his 421st career goal against the Islanders, one a great feed from linemate Bobby McMann, setting up the one-timer. Making History pic.twitter.com/eZFBkT2bHM — Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) January 4, 2026 Sundin had held the record since 2007, when he passed Darry...

Happy Birthday Ted Lilly and Kevin Pillar

Ted Lilly turns 50 today. Ted had a 15-year career, 3 of them with the Blue Jays. He came to the Jays in trade for Bobby Kielty from the A’s. Lilly went 37-34 as a Jay, with a 4.52 ERA in 89 games and a bWAR of 6.0. I think we won the trade. In […]

Today on Pinstripe Alley – 1/4/26

Yesterday offered the second notable Japanese free agent signing of 2026, and once again, the Yankees didn’t seem to be a factor. The divison rival Blue Jays came to terms with Kazuma Okamoto on a four-year, $60 million contract. Are there red flags and would it have taken some time to figure out his specific […]

Game Review: Passive third period costs Maple Leafs a point on Matthews’ record-setting night

First things first: Congratulations, Auston Matthews! “HE IS THE LEADING SCORER IN TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS HISTORY” Matthews 20th of the Season (421st Career Goal) vs Islanders 🔊 @Bonsie1951 @Jim_Ralph pic.twitter.com/5jfOIysXc8 — Maple Leafs Hotstove (@LeafsNews) January 4, 2026 We all knew this accomplishment was inevitable several years ago, and it became clear it would happen […] The post Game Review: Passive third period costs Maple Leafs a point on Matthews’ record-setting night appeared f...

Yankees news: Blue Jays make a move, sign Kazuma Okamoto

SNY.com | Colin Martin and Phillip Martinez: The 2025 American League champion Toronto Blue Jays made a splash yesterday afternoon, signing Japanese corner infielder Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million deal roughly 24 hours before the end of his posting period. With the move, Toronto has now made three big additions this season, as […]

Islanders 4, Maple Leafs 3 (OT): This kid’s incredible

Matthew Schaefer scored two highlight reel goals, including a tying goal and an overtime winner, as the Islanders came back and beat the Maple Leafs, 4-3, Saturday night on Long Island. Rumors of Auston Matthews’ demise have been greatly exaggerated, as the maligned Maple Leafs captain continued his tear with two goals*, but the Islanders’ […]

Craig Berube on Morgan Rielly’s -4 game vs. the Islanders: “Tonight was a tough one, but he’s played some really good hockey for us this year… I’m not worried about it”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 4-3 overtime loss to the New York Islanders, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 19-15-7. On the team’s performance: Going into the third period, I didn’t think we pushed enough. I thought we didn’t have the puck enough and sat back a little too much. We […] The post Craig Berube on Morgan Rielly’s -4 game vs. the Islanders: “Tonight was a tough one, but he’s played some really good hockey for us this year… I’m not worried about it” appe...

Hawks’ strong start fades in fourth quarter loss to Raptors

The Atlanta Hawks put together one of their most competitive road efforts of the season. Still, they couldn’t sustain enough defensive stops or rebounding edge in a 134–117 loss to the Toronto Raptors Saturday night at Scotiabank Arena. Atlanta overcame early sluggishness with a balanced offensive attack and hot perimeter shooting, yet Toronto’s relentless scoring […]

Raptors’ strong offensive showing squashes Hawks in fourth quarter

It’s a new year, and many people are contemplating their goals and resolutions for 2026 — the Toronto Raptors are not exempt. Ahead of their match-up against the Atlanta Hawks, the first of a two-game series between these two teams, Raptors’ coach Darko Rajakovic talked about setting good habits. Using the word ‘habits’ is another […]

Canada's Other Olympic Team

Hockey USA was busy today as they were on television with all their representatives for the two Olympic hockey teams that are heading to Milano-Cortina in Feburary. Canada's men's team was announced on Wednesday, so we already know which NHLers will be wearing the maple leaf in Italy. The women have yet to be announced, but there will be a number of familiar faces on the roster once again - Poulin, Fillier, Jenner, Clark, Fast, and Desbiens are nearly locks for the event. What may surprise you...

Hawks at Raptors: start time, TV, streaming, radio, game thread

The Atlanta Hawks (17-19) cross the border North for the first and only time this season to play the Toronto Raptors (20-15). Please join in the comments below as you follow along. Where, When, and How to Watch and Listen Location: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, ON, Canada Start Time: 7:30 PM EDT TV: FanDuel Sports Network Southeast (FDSNSE) Radio: Sports […]

Is Craig Berube showing signs of change? A deep dive into the Maple Leafs’ recent improvements

The Maple Leafs hit the halfway mark of the season in unfamiliar territory: on the outside looking in of a playoff spot, in a dog fight to make the cut.  We’ve spent a lot of time in the first half of the season discussing the team’s five-on-five struggles, head-scratching lineup deployment, power-play issues, and some […] The post Is Craig Berube showing signs of change? A deep dive into the Maple Leafs’ recent improvements appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .