Thursday, September 6, 2018

Dave Feschuk: Leafs have some hair-raising, and scuff-growing prospects


Defenceman Liljegren takes a chance team policy has changed while hoping his role will grow too.

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Auston Matthews made a personal push to get John Tavares to come to Toronto


Young star wanted star centre to know “every single guy” on the Leafs wanted him.

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Matthews, Tavares support Leafs’ decision to hold off on naming captain


General manager Kyle Dubas announced Wednesday the club would once again open the season without a captain, ending the debate about whether the team would name Tavares or Matthews for the role left vacant since Dion Phaneuf was traded in the 2015-16 season.

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Blackhawks' Kane praises Maple Leafs, Matthews: He's 'fun to watch'

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Monday, September 3, 2018

Damien Cox: Clock’s ticking for Maple Leafs to cross Nylander bridge


A two-year bridge deal worth about $6 million per season could pay off for William Nylander and the Leafs. As for the captaincy? What’s the rush? Damien Cox writes.

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