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Craig Berube on William Nylander’s (overblown) middle-finger incident: “I mean, come on… He knows it’s wrong, and he owned up to it”

After Monday’s practice, Craig Berube discussed Nylander’s apology for yesterday’s incident, Jacob Quillan’s limited action against Colorado, and the message to the team amid the recent struggles. William Nylander apologized for what happened on camera yesterday and mentioned he was frustrated. How does the organization deal with him on the issue? Berube: He made a […] The post Craig Berube on William Nylander’s (overblown) middle-finger incident: “I mean, come on… He knows it’s wrong, and h...

Selling and resetting is fast becoming the only logical path forward for the Maple Leafs

A few weeks ago, we wrote that the Maple Leafs’ two-plus week stretch — featuring a gruelling four-game road trip, followed by a difficult five-game homestand — would likely decide their fate for the 2025-26 season. Unfortunately for the Leafs, it’s not been a positive outcome. Following an admirable enough 2-1-1 road trip, the Leafs […] The post Selling and resetting is fast becoming the only logical path forward for the Maple Leafs appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

William Nylander on flipping the bird to the TSN camera: “Not a good idea… Not a good thing to do… I apologize about that”

After Monday’s practice, William Nylander discussed his on-camera incident from the press box on Sunday and his progress toward a return from injury. Nylander: First off, I want to apologize for my actions yesterday. I acted out of frustration, so I am sorry about that. Leafs players in the press box realized they were on […] The post William Nylander on flipping the bird to the TSN camera: “Not a good idea… Not a good thing to do… I apologize about that” appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotsto...

Maple Leafs Rumors: Bobby McMann's Next Contract Details

The Toronto Maple Leafs are in a transition year after losing Mitch Marner and bringing in a few new players as tests to try to make up for it. The defense has been banged up, goaltending has been a rotating door due to injury as well, and more moves are going to be made for the team that is five points back of a playoff spot. While some players are playing their final season with the Maple Leafs, others will be sticking around due to their elevated play this season. Bobby McMann could very we...

A look at the impact Oilers’ Zach Hyman and Evan Bouchard have had since Team Canada released its Olympic roster

With the way Connor McDavid’s teammates are playing — Zach Hyman, who’s been sizzling for the Edmonton Oilers for almost two months and connected with McDavid for the game-tying goal against the Washington Capitals, and Evan Bouchard, who recorded a six-point night against them — the topic on everyone’s mind just got even bigger: leaving…

Bruins' Defenseman Remains Trade Chip This Season

The Boston Bruins have been playing very well as of late and are holding down a wildcard spot in the East. They have a better chance than many in the tight playoff race to make the postseason, but they are trying to add to get back in after a tough 2024-25 season. The Bruins may have been the final team taken out of the bid for Rasmus Andersson when he went to the Vegas Golden Knights , which shows that Boston is trying to make additions, whether that be a rental, players with term, or rental ...

NHL weekend rankings: Thoughts on the Penguins, Sharks, and an ugly weekend in Toronto

 The eyes of the hockey world were on Toronto this weekend. That’s not unusual, because it's the home of the league’s most important team and whenever they’re not on screen, all the other teams should be asking “Where are the Maple Leafs?” But this time, there were a few specific reasons. The first was Mitch Marner, finally returning to Toronto for the first time since his summer departure to Last Vegas. On Sunday, it was a rare afternoon game, this one featuring a visit from the league’s...

Discussing Alexander Zharovsky’s performance in the context of the KHL’s current quality

With Alexander Zharovsky’s rise in the KHL, I reached out to an old friend and colleague, Ivan Letyagin, to get his input on the Montreal Canadiens prospect’s situation. “Zharovsky is a very talented player, playing now in my homeland city in Ufa,” Letyagin begins. “His talent and potential are so huge that I would say that there have not been any such hockey players in Russia for a long time.” There is a slight pause before Letyagin moves on to try to compare him to other top talent...

Craig Berube on the Leafs’ energy on the bench during a fourth straight loss: “It’s quiet, and that’s not going to help… You have to cheer for your teammate, and you have to have energy no matter the situation”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 4-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 24-19-9. On his takeaways from the loss: I thought we came out and were fine. We made two puck-play mistakes, and it was in our net. Execution was the cause of a couple of […] The post Craig Berube on the Leafs’ energy on the bench during a fourth straight loss: “It’s quiet, and that’s not going to help… You have to cheer for your teammate, and you have to have energ...

Recap: Brock Nelson hat trick lifts Avs over Leafs 4-1

Brock Nelson wasted no time showing why the Avalanche went out and paid him. The veteran center torched the Maple Leafs for a hat trick as Colorado kicked off its three-game road trip with a convincing 4–1 win Sunday afternoon at Scotiabank Arena.  Nelson scored twice early and added an empty-netter late to finish with his 26th and 27th […]

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Colorado Avalanche – Game #52 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

It doesn’t get any easier, to say the least, for the slumping Maple Leafs in this Sunday matinee against the probable 2025-26 President’s Trophy winners (1:30 p.m. EST, TSN4). Game Day Quotes Craig Berube on the many challenges presented by the Avalanche: Definitely, the speed at which they way play is high-end. It is about […] The post Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Colorado Avalanche – Game #52 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

Preview: Beleaf Colorado will get revenge in Toronto

Today the Colorado Avalanche depart the friendly confines of home and embark on a four-game Canadian road trip during the coldest part of the year — pack your mittens. A change of scenery is welcome, however, as the Avalanche weren’t as successful as they’d hoped to be in a just concluded seven-game home stand where […]

Sunday Habs Headlines: Juraj Slafkovský hoping to have a career like Marian Hossa’s

Montreal Canadiens news and notes “I’ve always wanted to be successful. I’m always striving for perfection,” Juraj Slafkovský explains. The success he’s chasing is a career like compatriot Marian Hossa enjoyed. [ TVA Sports ] Slafkovský has loved every minute he’s spent in Montreal and doesn’t understand why it is an unpopular destination for free agents. [ TVA Sports ] Jake Evans said the penalty kill cost the Canadiens the game in Boston, and admits that he was a big part of...

Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Sunday, January 25, 2026

The Colorado Avalanche are predicted by sportsbooks to beat the Toronto Maple Leafs when they meet up on Sunday at 1:30 p.m. ET, with the visiting Avalanche at -184 on the moneyline, and the Maple Leafs big underdogs at +153. Watch the NHL on Fubo! Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Favorite, Moneyline, Total Favorite: Avalanche (-184) Underdog: Maple Leafs (+153) Total: 6.5 Best Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Promo Codes How to Watch Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Date: Sunday, January 2...

Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Jan. 25

On Sunday at 1:30 p.m. ET, the Colorado Avalanche will meet the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. If you’re thinking about making a wager, we have best bets suggestions right here. Best Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Nathan MacKinnon, Avalanche -105 38 G in 49 GP Auston Matthews, Maple Leafs +120 25 G in 45 GP Martin Necas, Avalanche +175 22 G in 49 GP Brock Nelson, Avala...

Ken Appleby posts 37-save performance, Toronto Marlies extend point streak to four games in Hartford

“We like the result. I like the process throughout as well. I thought we managed it well [third period], kept them to the outside, and didn’t give many Grade A’s [scoring chances].” – John Gruden Bolstered by a solid goaltending performance from Ken Appleby, the Toronto Marlies scored early and often in this game to […] The post Ken Appleby posts 37-save performance, Toronto Marlies extend point streak to four games in Hartford appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

Craig Berube on the Leafs’ inconsistency of late: “We make the game harder on ourselves than we need to… That is the baffling thing for me”

After Saturday’s optional practice, Craig Berube discussed his players coping with a grueling schedule ahead of the break, Scott Laughton’s ice time against Vegas, William Nylander’s status, and the number of stitches he received after his gym accident. Why did you decide not to hold a full practice today? Berube: We played yesterday, we practice […] The post Craig Berube on the Leafs’ inconsistency of late: “We make the game harder on ourselves than we need to… That is the baffling thing fo...

Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions

Sunday will feature a projected lopsided NHL contest between the road favorite Colorado Avalanche (34-6-9, -180 on the moneyline to win) and the Toronto Maple Leafs (24-18-9, +149 moneyline odds) at 1:30 p.m. ET on NHL Network. You can see the Avalanche try to defeat the the Maple Leafs on NHL Network. Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Game Info & Odds When: Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. ET TV Channel: NHL Network Live Stream: Fubo Where: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario Fa...

Morning Flurries: Martin Nečas shows a taste of home

In advance of the 2026 Winter Olympics, the NHL decided to profile eight players each from different nations. Martin Nečas was the choice for Czechia and he opened his doors to show what life is like at home with girlfriend and adorable puppy, including thoughts on the trade and upcoming excitement in anticipation of representing […]

Maple Leafs Still Team To Watch For Devil's Defenseman

Things continue not to be great for the Toronto Maple Leafs on defense as Chris Tanev should miss the remainder of the regular season at least and there were recent injury scares for Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Brandon Carlo. The defense has to be upgraded, especially since there isn't a high chance the top-6 right now will even stay healthy for the rest of the season and into playoffs when games get rougher. A right-shot defenseman who has offensive capabilities, defensive capabilities, or both ...

Mitch Marner on return to Toronto: 'Don't have to talk about it anymore'

Mitch Marner had this game circled on his calendar ever since the 2025-26 NHL schedule came out, and from all accounts, he's relieved it's finally past him. Marner and the Vegas Golden Knights made their way to Toronto to faceoff against the Maple Leafs, in what was Marner's first time back to the city since being traded last summer. It was a messy divorce with a ton of emotions involved, and you could tell from warmup, the crowd at Scotiabank Arena was going to be all over him. Prior to warmu...