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On YouTubeToronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / 1 hour ago
Alberga’s Take: 3 goalies the Leafs should target in a trade
Even though the dust has barely settled on another disappointing first round exit, there’s no question that the search for an Ilya Samsonov replacement in Toronto is firmly underway.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 11
Maple Leafs’ untouchables list sees three big names on trade table
With only one, maybe two players on the Leafs’ untouchables list, that leaves several players on the table in offseason trade talks.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 10
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Blaming Samsonov & Ironic Keefe Firing
In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I want to explore the aftermath of Sheldon Keefe’s firing and its ironic implications. Does Keefe’s dismissal align with the circumstances as we revisit the playoffs and examine the team’s playoff exit?
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 10
Coaching search aside, the Leafs need to zero in on a goalie
Even though there’s no question that a coaching change was long overdue in Toronto, it’s important not to lose sight of the big picture. The first question for whoever comes in to replace Keefe should revolve around the crease and what the Maple Leafs plan to do with the position this summer.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 7
Ilya Samsonov wants a long-term contract, it’s not likely coming from the Maple Leafs
After playing the past three seasons on one-year contracts, Ilya Samsonov wants a long-term deal this summer. This isn’t something the Toronto Maple Leafs are likely interested in.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / May 6
Will Ilya Samsonov Be a Maple Leaf Next Season?
Many Toronto Maple Leafs fans blinked when they heard Joseph Woll would not be their team’s starting goalie for Game 7 of the playoffs against the Boston Bruins.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / May 5
Major Changes: 4 Maple Leafs Who Shouldn’t Return Next Season
It’s the same ol’ story. Eight playoff runs since 2016-17, one series win, and an 0-6 record in winner-take-all games. Time after time this Toronto Maple Leafs team gets so close they can taste it, and then all hope disappears in one clear swoop.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 5
Game 7 takeaways: Maple Leafs eliminated in crushing fashion
Of course this is how it ends. David Pastrnak scored shortly into the first overtime period as the Boston Bruins eliminated the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 in Game 7 of their first-round series.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 5
This Game 7 loss is a different type of disappointment, failure for Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs invented a new way to lose a Game 7 and crush their fans.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 4
Maple Leafs forced to make shocking goalie switch for Game 7
The Toronto Maple Leafs are turning to goalie Ilya Samsonov for Game 7 of their first-round series against the Boston Bruins on Saturday night, a shocking twist in the series before the winner-take-all game.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 1
The Maple Leafs kids star and the fourth line does fourth line things: Game 5 +/-
It’s nice to see the Leafs prove that they have enough fight in them to make it a series. Toronto going home for Game 6 was a huge positive when the team was in the process of getting written off even before it was known that Auston Matthews was out of the lineup.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / April 29
With or without a miracle, Brad Treliving has an interesting offseason ahead
Brad Treliving is getting his first taste of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs and needless to say, he can’t be too pleased with the dish.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 26
Ilya Samsonov needs to avoid soft goals in Game 4
While most of the attention has been on the Toronto Maple Leafs special teams struggles and William Nylander’s injury-related absences, Ilya Samsonov should also be in the spotlight.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 25
Maple Leafs Won’t Go Far with Samsonov in Net
The 2023-24 season has been a rollercoaster ride for Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Ilya Samsonov. The 27-year-old entered on a one-year extension, thanks in large part to helping lead the group to their first playoff series win in nearly 20 years.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / April 24
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Matthews, Samsonov, Marner & Nylander
After splitting the first two games in Boston, the Toronto Maple Leafs are back on home ice tonight, looking to capitalize on the momentum from their latest win.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 22
Game 2 takeaways: Matthews, Samsonov post career-best games to tie series
Auston Matthews authored the defining postseason performance of his career, Ilya Samsonov played his best game in a Toronto Maple Leafs uniform and the series is tied at one apiece.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 22
Game 2 Line Combinations & Pairings for Maple Leafs vs. Bruins
As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for Game 2 of their first-round series against the Boston Bruins, the lineup ready for the game seems still up in the air.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / April 20
Playoffs could be make-it or break-it for Ilya Samsonov’s future with the Toronto Maple Leafs
If there’s anyone who needs to prove themselves during the Toronto Maple Leafs’ playoff series against the Boston Bruins, it’s goaltender Ilya Samsonov.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / April 11
Ilya Samsonov is confident and playing well – and the Toronto Maple Leafs are better for it
One of the consistent knocks against the Toronto Maple Leafs over the years is the team’s inability to have a goaltender who can get it done in the playoffs.
Buffalo Sabres News / Buffalo Hockey Now / March 31
Sabres Grades: Sabres Couldn’t Solve Samsonov
The Buffalo Sabres scored well in the Sabres Grades, but couldn’t score on Ilya Samsonov in their 3-0 shutout loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs. 13 of the 19 Sabres that touched the ice had an average grade or better.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / March 24
Maple Leafs Provide Update on Ilya Samsonov’s Sudden Injury
During Saturday’s game against the Edmonton Oilers, Toronto Maple Leafs’ goaltender Ilya Samsonov went down with an odd injury. While stretching from one post to another, awkwardly tweaked something and didn’t get up.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / March 23
Toronto Maple Leafs’ Ilya Samsonov leaves game vs. Oilers with injury
The injury bug continues to go around in Toronto, as Maple Leafs goaltender Ilya Samsonov left Saturday’s game against the Edmonton Oilers due to an injury.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / February 21
Maple Leafs Big Question: What to Do With Ilya Samsonov?
In mid-December of 2023, goalie Ilya Samsonov found himself in a significant slump. The downward spiral was so overwhelmingly bad that it sparked concerns about his future as a quality goaltender for his Toronto Maple Leafs.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / January 23
Will Ilya Samsonov finally turn things around with Toronto Maple Leafs?
There’s no sugarcoating it: Ilya Samsonov’s season has been an absolute disaster. So much so that you had to wonder if he’d ever play an NHL game again after going on waivers in December.
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