Author: Joshua Anselmo
A hockey mind that's always looking at new and insightful ways to bring different perspectives of the game we all love.
Post-Game Analysis: Leafs Beat Predators 3-2 in Nashville
The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Nashville Predators 3-2 in the second back-to-back game. After a tough loss last night in Raleigh, the blue and white traveled to Nashville. However, the Maple Leafs took care of business today, grabbing the full two points on the road. Both sides came out with good pace in the […]
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Post-Game Analysis: Hurricanes Beat Maple Leafs 5-3 in Raleigh
The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-3 in the first game of a back-to-back for Toronto. Despite a solid performance for most of the night, the blue and white couldn’t grab the two points. The Maple Leafs will travel to Nashville for tomorrow night’s game at Bridgestone Arena. The Carolina Hurricanes came out […]
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Post-Game Analysis: Maple Leafs Beat Panthers 6-2 in Sunrise
The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Florida Panthers 6-2 on Thursday night! After a disappointing loss to the New York Islanders on Tuesday, the blue and white bounced right back in Sunrise. Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews scored a pair, captain John Tavares had three points, and goaltender Matt Murray made thirty-three stops as he […]
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Post-Game Analysis: Leafs Lose 7-2 Vs. Islanders in New York
On Tuesday night, the New York Islanders defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs in impressive fashion, winning this one 7-2. Although the Maple Leafs were the better team coming into last night’s test, it’s safe to say the New York Islanders certainly didn’t shy away. In the opening period, all was going well for the blue […]
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Post-Game Analysis: Maple Leafs Defeat Senators 5-4 in a Shootout
On Saturday night, the Battle of Ontario was in full swing as the Maple Leafs defeated the Ottawa Senators 5-4 in a shootout! After coming over in a trade this offseason between the two sides, Maple Leaf goaltender Matt Murray finally got to play his old team. The 28-year-old goaltender made forty-eight saves en route […]
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Penguins Ryan Poehling Making Progress; Nearing Return
Pittsburgh Penguins Head Coach Mike Sullivan provided a positive update today in regard to forward Ryan Poehling. The 24-year-old, who came over in a trade with Montreal this summer, hasn’t played since February 11th in the Penguins’ 6-0 loss to the Los Angeles Kings. Ryan Poehling will not play in tonight’s game against Montreal, but […]
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Is Colby Barlow Hockey’s Next Great Goalscorer?
The hardest thing to do in the beautiful game of hockey is scoring goals. At every level, Owen Sound forward Colby Barlow has done so, growing into a real force offensively in the Ontario Hockey League. This season with the Attack’ Colby is on pace for a fifty-two goal season per EliteProspects.com, making him the […]
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Post-Game Analysis: Leafs Overcome Adversity in 4-3 Victory Over Devils
The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the New Jersey Devils 4-3 on Tuesday night! The blue and white were without New Trade Deadline acquisitions such as Ryan O’Reilly and Luke Schenn in a game that also didn’t have John Tavares. Yet the Maple Leafs still overcame adversity, beating one of the league’s best on home ice […]
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Post-Game Analysis: Leafs Lose to Canucks 4-1 in Vancouver
The Vancouver Canucks defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 on Saturday night. As the blue and white continued their road trip, the Canucks were just too much to handle, resulting in the Leafs loss. The Toronto Maple Leafs will now look ahead to Tuesday night as they take on the Devils in New Jersey. In […]
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Why the Penguins Defense Contributing Offensively is Crucial Long-Term
After a brutal stretch that saw the Pittsburgh Penguins lose to the New Jersey Devils, Edmonton Oilers, and twice to the New York Islanders. The black and gold have bounced right back, winning their last four. It’s been a very inconsistent season for the Penguins, who have had good and bad stretches. However, what makes […]
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