Jim Hiller passed on a chance to challenge Utah's goal. But did the Maple Leafs coach miss a bigger opportunity to show ...

The Maple Leafs keep finding different ways to lose. From slow starts to special-teams troubles, nine problems are making ...

Bo Groulx cleared waivers, giving the Maple Leafs useful depth, the Marlies a proven scorer, and the forward a chance to get ...

The Maple Leafs' penalty kill has been terrific. Two newcomers, Colton Sissons and Teddy Blueger, are helping explain why.

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Jonathan Lekkerimäki is giving Canucks fans reasons to rethink their doubts. Maybe his strengths deserve more attention than his limitations.

The Oilers lead the NHL in slot-chance differential, while the Maple Leafs are tied for second. But there's a key difference.

The Sharks are searching for a complete game. Can the Calgary Flames take advantage by playing a disciplined 60 minutes? The Calgary Flames don't need to be perfect tonight in San Jose. But they do ...

Auston Matthews has answered some early doubts with his play. Is the Maple Leafs captain making a convincing case as a ...