6 Maple Leafs Playing Well Even as the Team Struggles
Toronto’s season feels shaky—but which Maple Leafs are actually stepping up and keeping the team afloat?
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Toronto’s season feels shaky—but which Maple Leafs are actually stepping up and keeping the team afloat?
Are the Oilers, Jets, Canadiens, and Leafs better than their early records suggest, or is panic still justified?
Why is Quinn Hughes’ name popping up in trade talk? Could Vancouver’s roster timing and trajectory explain the chatter?
Critics call Hutson’s stride frantic. The truth? NHL success will come by getting stronger, faster, and more himself, not by imitation.
How are the Maple Leafs shaping their top four lines ahead of tonight’s game in Washington—and what does it mean for the team’s offence?
Why does this Oilers season feel so different—can Knoblauch’s patience carry them, or are goaltending and defense problems too big to ignore?
A space to think about the parts of hockey we don't always notice—how players grow, how teams change, and what the game teaches us if we let it.
Healthy scratches spark debate, but the real issue isn’t who sits — it’s what they learn. The press box can punish… or it can teach.
If Auston Matthews isn’t getting traded, why are fans talking about it— and what does that reveal about the Maple Leafs right now?
What does Quinn Hughes understand about improvement that many players miss when they say, “I just gotta play my game”?
A space to uncover the hidden legacies in numbers throughout the game of hockey—how a number can define a player's journey, how it weaves into a team's identity, and how it resonates through NHL lore.
Number "17" isn’t just a number in Edmonton—it’s Jari Kurri, clutch hockey, and the heartbeat of a dynasty. Relive how one player turned two digits into legend.
Grit over glamour defined Edmonton Oiler #16. Kelly Buchberger’s toughness, leadership, and loyalty turned a late draft pick into an enduring Oilers legend.
Number 15 isn’t just a jersey—it's Milt Schmidt: Bruins legend, WWII hero, Art Ross winner, and the blueprint for hockey greatness.
Jersey #14 isn’t flashy—but it’s worn by players with grit, skill, and heart. From Keon to Shanahan, discover why this number always makes fans pay attention.
How #13 went from superstition to symbol: the creativity, heart, and legacy Johnny Gaudreau stamped on one of hockey’s most iconic numbers.
From Jarome Iginla’s fire to Yvan Cournoyer’s speed, five legends turned the humble #12 into one of hockey’s most quietly iconic numbers.
Post-game breakdowns highlighting key moments, scoring plays, standout performances, coaching decisions, and overall takeaways from each matchup.
Which Canadian teams are really built to last? A quarter-season in, the picture is clearer—and more surprising—than anyone expected.
Can the Canucks turn tighter efforts like this into wins, or are close calls becoming a troubling trend?
Jets snap four-game skid with Niederreiter’s two goals — can Winnipeg build on this win and stay strong on the road?
Are the Maple Leafs finally turning the corner after a dominant 7–2 win in Pittsburgh, or was this just one good night after weeks of struggle?
Can the Canadiens tighten their details after getting exposed by Colorado’s rush game, or was this loss just a bump in an otherwise solid stretch?
Can the Canadiens tighten their details after getting exposed by Colorado’s rush game, or was this loss just a bump in an otherwise solid stretch?
A space to explore the personal ties and shared stories in hockey—how families, teammates, and rivalries intertwine, how journeys connect across leagues, and how the game of hockey brings people together in unexpected ways.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers isn’t just a game—it’s a reunion of mentor and protégé. Knoblauch coached Reinhart in junior; now they clash in the NHL.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Florida Panthers isn’t just a game—it’s a reunion of mentor and protégé. Knoblauch coached Reinhart in junior; now they clash in the NHL.
Stories and deep dives into iconic moments, legendary players, historic games, and the evolution of the sport across different eras.
From 195th pick to playoff legend: Fernando Pisani’s 2006 run made him Edmonton’s hero. Relive the clutch goals that shook Oil Country.
Tyson Barrie recalls his first, curious encounter with Mike Babcock in Toronto — a glimpse at the quirks of a polarizing NHL coach.
Battle of Alberta reached full boil the night the goalies dropped the gloves—an unforgettable, center-ice showdown that lit an NHL rivalry on fire.
Before Chicago Blackhawks glory, Tony Esposito’s NHL start with the Montreal Canadiens was brief but Stanley Cup–worthy. What if he’d stayed?
Where were you when Kirk McLean made "The Save" in 1994 for the Vancouver Canucks? One stop, endless memories, and a city that roared like never before.
How does a single trade, leadership, and sheer size turn Zdeno Chara into an NHL legend? A look at his lasting impact.
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Edmonton Oilers tumble into early-season turmoil as leadership questions, lost swagger, coaching shifts, lineup doubts spark fan panic on a defining road trip.
Sidney Crosby isn’t slowing down at 38—still scoring, still leading, and proving why he is hockey in motion. Every shift is a masterclass.
Stuart Skinner’s 105th win cements him among Edmonton Oilers legends—a hometown goalie climbing the ranks and shaping a new era in Edmonton’s crease.
In a league of constant change, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins remains Edmonton’s steady core—loyal, reliable, and quietly driving the Oilers forward.
Edmonton Oilers hired Peter Aubry to stabilize the crease, but 19 games in, are Skinner & Pickard finally delivering—or is the Oilers’ net still a gamble?
Guhle and Newhook out long-term; Canadiens call up Jared Davidson — can the team weather the storm and keep rolling?
In-depth evaluations of individual player performances, season progress, strengths, weaknesses, and projection of future impact on the team.
How are Matthew Knies and John Tavares quietly shaping the Maple Leafs this season? Can youth and experience combine to change Toronto’s fortunes?
Gabriel Vilardi may not steal headlines, but he’s quietly guiding the Jets. He's a consistent player who can anchor the team’s identity.
Is it too soon to get excited about Easton Cowan, or is his steady rise exactly what the Maple Leafs have been missing?
What do the fates of three former Leafs prospects reveal about Toronto’s development—and their roster decisions?
Is Max Domi really struggling, or is he just unlucky? The expected goals tell a much kinder story than the score sheet suggests.
How much can a quiet, steady prospect like Stephen Halliday change the Senators’ lineup—and is this call-up the first real sign he’s NHL-ready?
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Sharing hockey cards with kids isn’t just fun—it can spark reading, math, science, and creativity in the classroom. Why?