Posts Filed Under: hockey

Historicist: The Greatest Hockey Match Ever Staged

Ace Bailey’s career-ending injury and the origins of the NHL All-Star Game.

By David Wencer Jan. 28th, 12:00 pm

Now and Then: Monsignor (Père) Athol Murray

Now and Then explores the stories behind Toronto’s historical plaques and monuments.

By Erin Sylvester Sep. 29th, 11:15 am

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An Open Letter to the Leafs’ Number One Draft Pick

You have no idea what's in store for you, rookie.

By Richard Light • Illustration by Brett LambJun. 23rd, 11:00 am

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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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Historicist: The Molar Maulers

A team of dentists and dental students reached the peak of the hockey world in 1917.

By David Wencer Apr. 23rd, 12:20 pm

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Historicist: Get Rid of Those Sideburns!

In the late 1960s, Toronto the Good finds itself in a hairy situation.

By David Wencer Jan. 31st, 12:00 pm

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Steve Simmons is the Worst

In writing a critique of former Maple Leaf Phil Kessel, Toronto Sun columnist Steve Simmons shows how his own work comes up short.

By Brad MacDonald Jul. 8th, 3:00 pm

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The Toronto Maple Leafs Off-season Preview

The Leafs were bad last season. But with a few smart moves, optimism might be warranted again.

By Brad MacDonald Jun. 30th, 10:00 am

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Extra, Extra: TTC Closure Plays With Our Emotions, John Tory Speaks at Empire Club, and the Marlies Hire a New Coach

Every weekday's end, we collect just about everything you ought to care about or ought not to miss.

By Sarah Duong Jun. 8th, 4:00 pm

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Duly Quoted: Morgan Rielly, on the Leafs’ Work Ethic

The promising Leafs defenseman uses unfortunate language to frame the team's struggles.

By David Hains Feb. 20th, 2:01 pm

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Vandalist: The Good Ol’ Hockey Game

Hockey Night in Canada just got a lot more interesting.

By Stephanie Avery Jan. 16th, 9:00 am

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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

Scene: Canada Wins Gold

Team Canada's world juniors triumph reminds Toronto what winning hockey at the Air Canada Centre looks like.

By David Hains • Photos by Giordano Ciampini and Christopher DrostJan. 6th, 12:00 pm

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Leafs Fire Head Coach Randy Carlyle

Club announced this morning that Carlyle has been "relieved of his duties.”

By Sarah Sweet Jan. 6th, 10:10 am

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Spotted: Regent Park Gets Hockey Rink Renovation

Regent Park sees the completion of phase one of its Athletic Grounds project, and Wendel Clark was on hand for the festivities.

By David Hains Jan. 5th, 1:15 pm

Pat Quinn’s Greatest Hit

When he knocked Bobby Orr out cold during a 1969 playoff game, the truculent Leaf nearly incited a riot at Boston Garden.

By Jamie Bradburn Nov. 25th, 12:30 pm

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Legendary Leafs Coach Pat Quinn Dies at 71

The former player, coach, and executive died at Vancouver General Hospital on Sunday night.

By Graeme Bayliss Nov. 24th, 12:30 pm

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Historicist: “She certainly doesn’t play like a girl”

The star defenceman of a boys hockey team is revealed to be a nine-year-old girl.

By Kevin Plummer Oct. 18th, 12:00 pm