* Sport Briefs Nov 13, 2009
For the fourth straight year, the Toronto Maple Leafs are the NHLs most valuable team, according to Forbes magazines annual survey. The Leafs are worth US$470 million, an increase of 5 percent over last year. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Losing streak lives Nov 13, 2009
For the fourth straight year, the Toronto Maple Leafs are the NHL's most valuable team, according to Forbes magazine's annual survey. Sitting in the RBC Center, watching the Carolina Hurricanes practice Tuesday, team owner Peter Karmanos Jr. quickly offered up thoughts on a season quickly gone awry. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hurricanes owner won't panic Nov 13, 2009
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Devils extend win streak to six Nov 12, 2009
For the fourth straight year, the Toronto Maple Leafs are the NHL's most valuable team, according to Forbes magazine's annual survey. In the sheets of rain and gusts of wind, Christopher Widman stood tallest. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Leafs worth the most Nov 12, 2009
For the fourth straight year, the Toronto Maple Leafs are the NHL's most valuable team, according to Forbes magazine's annual survey ... For the fourth straight year, the Toronto Maple Leafs are the NHL's most valuable team, according to Forbes magazine's annual survey. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Maple Leafs Lead NHL Valuations at $470 Million, Rangers No.2, Forbes Says Nov 12, 2009
Nov. 12 (Bloomberg) -- The Toronto Maple Leafs are the most valuable National Hockey League team, followed by the New York Rangers, Forbes magazine said. The Maple Leafs are worth $470 million, $54 million more than the Rangers, the report said. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Koivu has goal, 2 assists in Wild's win over Leafs Nov 12, 2009
TORONTO (AP) The Minnesota Wild took advantage of the lackluster Toronto Maple Leafs. Mikko Koivu scored one goal and assisted on two others in the second period as the Wild ended the Maple Leafs two-game winning streak with a 5-2 victory Tuesday night. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Komisarek injured Nov 11, 2009
Mike Komisarek leaves Toronto Maple Leafs' game with lower body injury - ESPN. Updated: November 10, 2009, 9:49 PM ET. (ESPN -- NHL)
Newest class of Hockey Hall of Fame gets its rings Nov 11, 2009
After a strong career with the New York Rangers, the smooth-skating defenseman had been dealt to the Toronto Maple Leafs near the trading deadline in the 2003-04 season. I had one year left on my contract with Toronto, he said. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Wild's Sykora out due to concussion Nov 10, 2009
The Wild visit the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday. Copyright Associated Press. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Aces blanked by Ontario to end their road trip Nov 9, 2009
Pogge played seven games in the NHL last season for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Find Doyle Woody's hockey blog at or call him at 257-4335. (Anchorage Daily News)
Knuble, Caps ride five-goal third to tame Panthers Nov 8, 2009
Final Score: Toronto 5, Detroit 1 Toronto, ON (Sports Network) - Jeff Finger and Phil Kessel each netted a goal and an assist, and the Toronto Maple Leafs notched their first home win with a 5-1 victory over the defending Western Conference champion Detroit Red Wings. Kessel notched his first goal since coming over to the Leafs in an offseason trade from Boston, while Finger also scored his first goal of the season. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Leafs blow past Canes Nov 7, 2009
The Canes dropped their 11th straight on Friday night, a 3-2 disappointment to the equally generous Toronto Maple Leafs, who are riding high in 29th place in the NHL standings compared to the basement the Canes inhabit. Jason Blake's power-play goal in the third period completed comeback for the Maple Leafs (2-7-5), who doubled their win total at the hapless Canes' expense. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Morrow and Turco help Stars slip past Canucks Nov 7, 2009
Final Score: Toronto 3, Carolina 2 Raleigh, NC (Sports Network) - Jason Blake's goal late in the third period lifted the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 3-2 win and extended Carolina's losing streak to 11 games. Nikolai Kulemin and John Mitchell each had a goal while Jonas Gustavsson made 34 saves for the Maple Leafs, who won for just the second time in 14 games this season. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Kane and Kozlov switch practice jerseys Nov 7, 2009
The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Carolina Hurricanes, in regulation time, in Raleigh, to INCREASE their lead over the 30th-ranked Canes. Carolina is 0-8-3, for 11-straight losses, and I cannot rightly recall their last win. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Leafs send Hurricanesto 11th straight loss Nov 7, 2009
RALEIGH, N.C. - The Toronto Maple Leafs staked their claim to 29th in the NHL.. The Carolina Hurricanes, meanwhile, are all alone in last place. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hockey Players Jump Swine Flu Vaccine Queue, Sparking Outrage in Canada Nov 6, 2009
Teams including the National Hockey Leagues and Toronto Maple Leafs vaccinated some of their players last week, even as health officials try to limit the shots to high- risk patients such as pregnant women and young children. We do love our hockey, but the guidelines are based on those who are at greatest risk, Dr. , Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, said yesterday. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Struggling Canes hit rock bottom Nov 6, 2009
They also are 29th in goals against per game, with only the Toronto Maple Leafs worse. And those teams play tonight at the RBC Center. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Opinion: Bruins missing opportunities and Kessel Nov 5, 2009
DETROIT - On the night Phil Kessel made his much-anticipated debut with the Toronto Maple Leafs, his former team was shut out. Again. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Kessel The Catalyst Graig Abel/Getty ImagesThe struggling Maple Leafs are counting on speedy Phil Kessel to deliver on their five-year, $27 million investment. The Maple Leafs need scoring and spark. The return of Phil Kessel showed that he can be the man to provide them. Michael Farber also looks at why Detroit has faith in Jimmy Howard. Nov 5, 2009
Phil Kessel's return brings hope, sparktoToronto Maple Leafs - Michael Farber - SI.com ... The Toronto Maple Leafs scored five power play goals last week in Anaheim and part of the credit, according to coach Ron Wilson, should go to someone who wasn't even in uniform. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Canes losing streak continues Nov 5, 2009
They return to the RBC Center to play the Toronto Maple Leafs, then face the Columbus Blue Jackets on the road Saturday. or 919-829-8945 Share: Text. (News & Observer -- Sports)
* NHL : Osgood shutout helps Wings beat Bruins Nov 5, 2009
Michael Rupp, Kris Letang and Alex Goligoski also scored and Marc-Andre Fleury made 26 saves for the Penguins, who matched the seven season-opening road victories of the 1940 Toronto Maple Leafs, the 1985 Philadelphia Flyers and the 2005 Detroit Red Wings. New Jersey are also 7-0 on the road so far this season. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Canes hit road without Staal Nov 5, 2009
The Canes, winless in their last nine games, play the Toronto Maple Leafs at home on Friday and then are on the road Saturday for the Columbus Blue Jackets, so that should be at least three games Staal will be sidelined. Since joining the NHL in 2003, Staal has missed just the March 2004 game and had stretched his streak of consecutive regular-season games to 349, plus another 43 in the playoffs. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hurricanes go back to the basics Nov 4, 2009
If they don't play with more aggression tonight at the Florida Panthers and Friday against the Toronto Maple Leafs, two teams as low in the standings as the Hurricanes, they deserve to be in the basement with them. or 919-829-8947 Share: Text. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Penguins hold off Ducks, win 7th straight on road Nov 4, 2009
Marc-Andre Fleury made 26 saves for the Penguins, who matched the seven season-opening road victories of the 1940 Toronto Maple Leafs, the 1985 Philadelphia Flyers and the 2005 Detroit Red Wings ... Ryan Malone scored the game-winning goal 2:21 into overtime to lift the Tampa Bay Lightning to a 2-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs at Air Canada Centre. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Student-Athlete of the Week - Matt Hughes Oct 30, 2009
" - Superbad Favorite professional team: Toronto Maple Leafs (they're winning the cup this year) Favorite sports writer or announcer: Don Cherry Person you'd most like to meet: Han Solo Words that describes you best are: Awesome Best advice you've gotten about sports: "It means everything and it means nothing. " What people should know about you but probably don't: I'm also a UFC fighter If you could have dinner with three people (current, historical or fictional), who would it be: Isabel Lucas,... (Uoflsports.com)
City OKs Wilson Island for historic register status Oct 30, 2009
Ottawa Senators (0-1-0) at Toronto Maple Leafs (0-1-1), 7 p.m.. A pair of winless clubs will try to get in the win column tonight, as the Toronto Maple Leafs host the rival Ottawa Senators at Air Canada Centre. (Fresno Bee)
Roberto Luongo out at least two games with rib fracture Oct 29, 2009
Vancouver goalie Roberto Luongo was hit by a puck in this game against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday and suffered a broken rib. He will be out for at least two games. (USA Today -- Sports)
SCITUATE FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK: Thoughts from north of the border Oct 29, 2009
No, it s not maple candy, a Toronto Maple Leafs jersey or a steaming hot plate of poutine (French fries with cheese curds and gravy, for the uninitiated, best eaten by people with strong stomachs and no care whether their hearts explode). It s a way to solve the state s fiscal problems. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Leafs beat Ducks to earn 1st win of season Oct 27, 2009
Lori Shepler / APToronto Maple Leafs left wing Niklas Hagman, back, celebrates after scoring a goal past Anaheim Ducks goalie Jonas Hiller, front, in the third period of Monday's game ... - About three weeks after Tomas Kaberle expected it, the Toronto Maple Leafs finally got their first win of the season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Looking at the fallen Leafs Oct 27, 2009
NHL: Toronto Maple Leafs have fallen on hard times to start NHL season - ESPN. Originally Published: October 26, 2009. (ESPN -- NHL)
Malhotra's breakthrough makes Sharks a winner in trip finale Oct 26, 2009
Toronto Maple Leafs at Anaheim Ducks (Monday): Maple Leafs general manager Brian Burke led the Ducks to a Stanley Cup title in 2007. But his Leafs are still seeking their first win of the season and haven't picked up a point since the season opener. (USA Today -- Sports)
Rough road for the Canes so far Oct 26, 2009
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Wild edges Canes Oct 25, 2009
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Season sunk if Maple Leafs don't turn Oct 20, 2009
The Toronto Maple Leafs haven't had much to celebrate this season, getting off to a winless start. BOURNE'S IDENTITY. (USA Today -- Sports)
AllanMuirInside The NHL Bruins GM Peter Chiarelli seeks to shake up his slumbering team. Oct 20, 2009
At least enough of a lift to keep 29th-ranked Minnesota ahead of the last place Toronto Maple Leafs. the team whose first-round pick the Bruins own this summer. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Streaking Rangers add seventh straight Oct 18, 2009
The New York Rangers and Toronto Maple Leafs are going in opposite directions. Brandon Dubinsky had a goal and an assist for the streaking Rangers, who beat the winless Maple Leafs, 4-1, in front of a disgruntled Toronto crowd last night. (Boston Globe)
Blues blank Ducks Oct 18, 2009
(Sports Network) - Brandon Dubinsky registered a goal and an assist, and Henrik Lundqvist turned away 34 shots as the New York Rangers extended their winning streak to seven games with a 4-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs at Air Canada Centre. Michael Del Zotto scored for the Rangers, who matched their longest winning streak since February 1 to March 2 of the 2005-06 campaign. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Northeastern’s Rawlings having a ball Oct 16, 2009
Ryan, who was selected by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the second round of the 2009 NHL draft, played in two exhibition games for the Eagles before notifying coach Jerry York of his decision. Prior to his brief time at BC, Ryan played two seasons in the US National Team Development Program. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Hockey Notebook Oct 16, 2009
As EagleInsider reported earlier in the day, freshman forward Kenny Ryan, a second round draft pick of the Toronto Maple Leafs in this summers NHL draft, has left BC to play major junior hockey for the Windsor Spitfires of the Ontario Hockey League. This came as a complete surprise to us, said York. (EagleInsider.com)
BREAKING NEWS: Hockeys Kenny Ryan leaves BC Oct 16, 2009
EagleInsider has learned that freshman forward Kenny Ryan, a second round draft pick of the Toronto Maple Leafs in this summers NHL draft, has left Boston College to play major junior hockey for the Windsor Spitfires (Ontario Hockey League). EagleInsider has learned that freshman forward Kenny Ryan, a second round draft pick of the Toronto Maple Leafs in this summers NHL draft, has left Boston College to play major junior hockey for the Windsor Spitfires (Ontario Hockey League). (EagleInsider.com)
Bad Boy Makes Good Scott Levy/NHLI via Getty ImagesSean Avery still runs his mouth, but three points and no penalties in his first two games speak of a new discipline.Yeah, it's only been two games since Sean Avery returned from injury, but Sarah Kwak says the notorious pest is showing signs of -- gasp! -- mature play. Also: the Rangers' key kids. Oct 15, 2009
This goes beyond the new helmet he was hawking after scoring two goals in the Rangers' 7-2 drubbing of the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday night. "I want to tell all the kids out there to definitely switch from their Bauer helmets to these Cascade helmets," he said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Men's Hockey Heads West To Face No. 7 Notre Dame For Two Games Oct 14, 2009
Brian Burke `77, who is the general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs, will serve as the general manager of Team U.S.A. Ron Wilson `77, the head coach of the Maple Leafs, will be the head coach of Team U.S.A. Lou Lamoriello `63, former student-athlete, head coach and athletic director at PC, is the current President and General Manager of the New Jersey Devils. Lamoriello will be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fall on November 9, 2009 in Toronto, Ontario. (Friars.com)
Tucker helpsAvalanche beat winless Leafs Oct 14, 2009
Colorado Avalanche right winger David Jones, left, celebrates his goal, next to Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Michael Komisarek during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Toronto on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Frank Gunn). (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rangers win fifth straight Oct 13, 2009
Defenseman Dan Girardi and Sean Avery both scored two goals and the New York Rangers beat the Toronto Maple Leafs, 7-2, last night at Madison Square Garden for their fifth straight victory. Wade Redden had a goal and two assists, and Ryan Callahan and Marian Gaborik also scored for the Rangers, undefeated since a season-opening loss at Pittsburgh. (Boston Globe)
It's a homecoming for New York Islanders' Gordon Oct 12, 2009
It s been a good ride for Gordon, who, when the NHL takes a break in February, will head to the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver, joining Rangers head coach John Tortorella as the assistants on Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Ron Wilson s Team USA staff. After doing the world championships in the spring, I was hopeful I d be asked, said Gordon, who assisted Wilson as the U.S. took fourth place in Switzerland. (Easton Journal, MA)
Stars finally get a victory Oct 11, 2009
CALGARY, Alberta -- Sidney Crosby scored two power-play goals, and Evgeni Malkin had three assists to help the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins beat the winless Toronto Maple Leafs 5-2 on Saturday night ... Sidney Crosby scored two power-play goals, and Evgeni Malkin had three assists to help the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins beat the winless Toronto Maple Leafs 5-2 on Saturday night. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Blues honor MacInnis Oct 9, 2009
The native of Toronto has played 1,001 career NHL games with the Sabres, Vancouver Canucks, Phoenix Coyotes, Colorado Avalanche, Anaheim Ducks and Toronto Maple Leafs. He has 127 career regular-season goals and 160 assists. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NHL fines Maple Leafs for tampering Oct 8, 2009
NEW YORK - The NHL fined the Toronto Maple Leafs an undisclosed amount after ruling that coach Ron Wilson was guilty of tampering when he expressed interest in Vancouver Canucks forwards Henrik and Daniel Sedin before they reached free agency. NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly announced the penalty Wednesday in a news release. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Canucks fined Oct 8, 2009
NHL closes tampering issue between Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs - ESPN. Updated: October 7, 2009, 6:35 PM ET. (ESPN -- NHL)
NHL finds Wilson guilty of tampering, fines Maple Leafs Oct 8, 2009
Toronto Maple Leafs coach Ron Wilson was fined by the the NHL on Wednesday for tampering after making comments last season about Vancouver players Henrik and Daniel Sedin. 2009-10 NHL SEASON. (USA Today -- Sports)
Medford's Joe Sacco: The return of a hometown hero Oct 7, 2009
A former Medford High School Mustang and Boston University Terrier, Joe Sacco, 40, was originally drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs in the fourth round (71st overall) of the 1987 NHL Entry Draft. He enjoyed a 13-year professional hockey career playing for five NHL teams, including the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim, New York Islanders, Washington Capitals and Philadelphia Flyers. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Alfredsson's goalspoils Gustavsson's Leafs debut Oct 7, 2009
Daniel Alfredsson used a nifty backhand deke to beat compatriot Jonas Gustavsson on a penalty shot and the Ottawa Senators spoiled The Monster's debut with a 2-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night. The Senators captain is a player Gustavsson grew up idolizing, and he demonstrated why on the game's decisive goal. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Alfredsson's penalty shot goal lifts Ottawa over Toronto 2-1 Oct 7, 2009
Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Tomas Kaberle, right, and Ottawa Senators' Milan Michalek, center, chase the puck after goaltender Jonas Gustavsson made a save during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Toronto on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009 ... TORONTO (AP) Daniel Alfredsson's second-period goal on a penalty shot gave the Ottawa Senators a 2-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night. (FOX61, CT)
On the Penguins: Games that made the arena Oct 4, 2009
After sitting out three-plus seasons, he scores one goal and sets up two others in a 5-0 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs. March 13, 2007. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
National Hockey League Game Capsules Oct 4, 2009
Washington, DC (Sports Network) - Alexander Semin scored a pair of goals and dished out an assist, as the Washington Capitals built an early lead and held on to beat the Toronto Maple Leafs, 6-4, at Verizon Center. Alex Ovechkin had a goal and two assists for the reigning Southeast Division champion Capitals, who were coming off a season-opening 4-1 victory over the Bruins on Thursday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Ovechkin scores again as Caps beat Leafs Oct 4, 2009
If two-time league MVP Ovechkin and the rest of Washington's top two lines score at the rate they did to beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-4 Saturday night, it won't matter what the name of the Capitals goalie is. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Kariya leads Blues rally over Wings in Sweden Oct 3, 2009
And many NHL teams, among them such Original Six clubs as the Montreal Canadiens, New York Rangers and Toronto Maple Leafs, and teams from the old World Hockey Association have played tournaments and exhibitions in Sweden over the years. But this is only the second time in league history two teams began their regular season in Sweden, one of Europes top hockey nations which won the 2006 Olympic gold medal at Turin. (MSNBC -- Sports)
* Sports Briefs Oct 2, 2009
Sundin moved to the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1994. Sundin left the Leafs last year for the Canucks in a last attempt to win the Stanley Cup. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Gorges' OT goal lifts Canadiens over Leafs 4-3 Oct 2, 2009
Montreal Canadiens' Mike Cammalleri, right, looks to pass beyond Toronto Maple Leafs' Mikhail Grabovski, of Germany, during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Toronto on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2009 ... Carey Price delivered a strong statement after enduring an offseason of questions about his play, stopping 43 shots in Montreal's 4-3 overtime victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday night. (MSNBC -- Sports)
GAME REPORT: Canadiens 4, Maple Leafs 3 (OT) Oct 2, 2009
Thursday, October 1, 2009 Montreal Canadiens - Toronto Maple Leafs Box Scores, Game Results ry - USATODAY.com. Search. (USA Today -- Sports)
Coyotes to stay put; Canadian's bid tossed Oct 1, 2009
They argued that was possible because the league was acting anti-competitively to keep the Coyotes out of Hamilton, which cuts into the Toronto Maple Leafs' territory. An antitrust suit filed by Moyes in U.S. Bankruptcy Court remains undecided. (AZCentral -- News)
Sundin retires after nearly 20 seasons in NHL Oct 1, 2009
STOCKHOLM (AP) -Former Toronto Maple Leafs captain Mats Sundin is retiring from hockey after nearly two decades in the NHL. ... The 38-year-old Swede, who said he reached the decision this fall, played for the Vancouver Canucks last season after spending most of his NHL career with the Toronto Maple Leafs. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Opinion: Maple Leafs' optimism is fueled by kid power Sep 30, 2009
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Viktor Stalberg is congratulated by teammates after scoring during the first period of a preseason game Sunday. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
NHL preview: Eastern Conference Sep 30, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. Bruce Bennett/Getty Images Flyers defenseman Chris Pronger and goaltender Ray Emery. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
