Posts Filed Under: “Harold Ballard”

Historicist: Toronto Metros-Croatia, 1976 Soccer Bowl Champions

The saga of Toronto's 1970s entry in the North American Soccer League, and its underdog championship.

By Jamie Bradburn Sep. 24th, 2:25 pm

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Gordie Howe and Dave Keon’s Halloween Return to Maple Leaf Gardens

Remember "Mr. Hockey" and his final appearances against the Maple Leafs.

By Jamie Bradburn Jun. 10th, 4:00 pm

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That Other Time the Leafs Let Go of Randy Carlyle

The Leafs traded Randy Carlyle in 1978--and lived to regret it.

By Jamie Bradburn Jan. 7th, 9:30 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 Jan. 18th, 12:00 pm

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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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Toronto Cemetery Sojourns: Park Lawn Cemetery

A green canopy makes for a serene final resting place in The Kingsway neighbourhood.

By Jamie Bradburn Nov. 2nd, 12:00 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

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Historicist: Good Hockey. Good Fun.

By Jamie Bradburn Oct. 18th, 12:00 pm

Vintage Toronto Ads: You Will Believe A Bear Can Play Hockey

By Jamie Bradburn Sep. 9th, 2:00 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: The Surgeon General Warns That Choosing Office Furniture Will Make You Lose Your Colour

By Jamie Bradburn Aug. 28th, 2:30 pm

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Maple Leafs Honour ’67 Squad, Also Win

By Danu Mandlsohn Feb. 18th, 2:00 pm

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Empty Gardens Turns 75 Today

By Marc Lostracco Nov. 12th, 4:13 pm