Ilya Samsonov

LGP 78: O’Reilly Returns Against the Bruins

As we get closer to playoffs, the Leafs look to build chemistry and consistency throughout their lineup so they can start their playoff run strong. There’s a significant boost to the lineup tonight, with O’Reilly returning from injury and hoping to boost the special teams and third line. The Leafs are almost entirely healthy now […]

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Ned Stands Tall As Red Wings Defeat Leafs 5-2

It’s officially official. For a second straight year, the Toronto Maple Leafs will take on the Tampa Bay Lightning in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.  The Leafs were returning home to take on the Red Wings after coming off a 3-0 victory over the Senators in Kanata last night. With just two […]

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A Lyon Keeps The Cats Playoff Hopes Alive With 3-2 OT Victory Over The Leafs

The Leafs were back in action for the first time since Sunday when they picked up a 3-2 win over the Nashville Predators. It’s a quick stop at home before heading back out on the road for a tilt with the Ottawa Senators Saturday night. Goaltender Ilya Samsonov rejoined the team after his wife gave […]

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LGP 74: Next Gen Game Against Panthers

It’s Next-Gen Game for the Leafs tonight as they face off against the Panthers, whose recent loss officially helped them clinch a playoff spot. The Panthers find themselves currently on the outside looking in for a playoff spot, while the Leafs look to continue their grind towards home-ice advantage against their likely opponents, the Tampa […]

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Maple Leafs Star Auston Matthews Celebrates Goal With Teammates

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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Maple Leafs Goaltender Ilya Samsonov Stares Down Opposition Prior to Puck Drop

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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Luck of The Irish! Leafs Deliver Impressive 5-2 Victory Over The Hurricanes

The Leafs were concluding a four-game home stand tonight as they hosted the Carolina Hurricanes in a rare Friday night home game. They wore their St. Pats jerseys in this St. Patrick’s day tilt. Luke Schenn finally made his long-awaited home re-debut since being reacquired at the deadline. It’s been 3,998 days since Schenn’s last […]

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Avs Pick Up A Tight 2-1 Shooutout Victory Against The Leafs

The Leafs looked very dangerous during the opening shift of the game. They generated some offensive zone time which led to a great scoring chance for Morgan Rielly, but he wired a shot off the post. He got another chance on his next shift, almost from the exact same spot, and this time he made […]

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LGP 67: Leafs Look to Play a Full 60 Minutes

The Leafs take on the Avalanche tonight as they look to put the last game in the past. They had some great moments in the game, but ultimately it’s hard to win when you play for the first 20 minutes and take a break (for the most part) until the last 5 minutes of the […]

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Maple Leafs Auston Matthews,Mitch Marner and Mark Giordano Celebrate Goal in Corner

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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