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Scene: The Toronto Maple Leafs Snatch Defeat From the Jaws of Victory

After leading for most of the game, the Leafs lost to the Bruins and eliminated themselves from this year's NHL playoffs.

By Steve Kupferman • Photos by Christopher DrostMay. 14th, 9:15 am

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Why Brian Burke Deserves Credit for Getting the Maple Leafs to the Playoffs

Former Leafs GM Brian Burke was fired earlier this year, but his decisions laid the groundwork for this season's success.

By Corbin Smith Apr. 23rd, 1:30 pm

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Toronto Invents: The Hat Trick

The legend of Spadina Avenue hatter Sammy Taft, and his role in inventing hockey's traditional three-goal salute.

By Jamie Bradburn Apr. 3rd, 1:30 pm

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Toronto Invents: Table Hockey

How a homemade Great Depression Christmas gift turned into an iconic Canadian game.

By Jamie Bradburn Jan. 24th, 10:30 am

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Historicist: Living the Towne & Countrye Square Life

Checking in on the 1966 opening of Centerpoint Mall's predecessor.

By Jamie Bradburn Jan. 19th, 12:00 pm

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Will the Leafs Still Feel the Love Post-Lockout?

Now that the labour dispute is over, die-hard fans might be a little less receptive to the team (and the league as a whole).

By Chris Dart Jan. 17th, 11:00 am

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Why Brian Burke Was Good for the Toronto Maple Leafs

The team never made the playoffs on his watch, but the recently fired general manager's influence was a net positive.

By Corbin Smith Jan. 14th, 10:30 am

2012 Villain: NHL Lockout

Nominated for: taking hockey away from us.

By Kevin Scott • Illustration by Brian McLachlanDec. 13th, 8:45 am

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Historicist: The Ageless Wonder of Jacques Plante

Acquired to provide guidance to a rebuilding team, the legendary goaltender provided the 1970/'71 Maple Leafs with a spectacular season.

By Jamie Bradburn Nov. 24th, 12:45 pm

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Watch a Naked Man Sing About the Toronto Maple Leafs

A parody of "Somebody That I Used To Know" addresses the team's many failures.

By Steve Kupferman Jul. 16th, 10:00 am

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The Saga Of The Maple Leafs’ Futility (Part Two)

Forty-five years ago yesterday, the Leafs won the Stanley Cup. Here's some more of what's happened since.

By Kevin Scott May. 3rd, 3:00 pm

The Saga of the Maple Leafs’ Futility (Part One)

Forty-five years ago today, the Leafs won the Stanley Cup. Here's some of what's happened since.

By Jamie Bradburn May. 2nd, 4:00 pm

Blood, Sweat, and Beer

The annual Copper Kettle Cup pits local breweries against one another in a sud-soaked hockey tournament.

By Kevin Scott • Photos by Corbin SmithApr. 10th, 12:00 pm

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Hockey, Just for the Fun of It

The Hockey Summit of the Arts puts the emphasis on friendly competition again this Easter weekend.

By Daniel Sellers Apr. 6th, 3:30 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: Tracking the Maple Leafs, 1970s Style

How a comic book ad accurately predicted where the Maple Leafs would finish their 1976/77 campaign.

By Jamie Bradburn Apr. 3rd, 12:00 pm

Ron Wilson’s Recent Departure From the Leafs Was Not His First

Friday's firing of the Maple Leafs coach might have been nostalgic for him.

By Jamie Bradburn Mar. 5th, 10:00 am

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Scene: Winter in Toronto

By Torontoist • Corbin SmithFeb. 13th, 11:00 am

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Maple Leafs to Play in Winter Classic

Diehard hockey fans to celebrate the arrival of 2013 at an outdoor game near Detroit.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 9th, 11:58 am

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