Well, I think it's safe to declare the inauguration of this hopefully annual event a rousing success; everything from Eichel out-dueling Matthews to Modo coming all the way over from Sweden, that night had it all.
Anthony Petrielli joined Rob Wong and Sheri Forde on Sportsnet Tonight to discuss a whole host of Leafs topics, including William Nylander’s fit at center, Tomas Plekanec’s play since arriving in Toronto, Matt Martin’s return to the lineup, and more.
The Maple Leafs will have their new ECHL affiliate next season unless any last minute snags crop up.
By Jeremy Houghtaling
Consistency is a key for Dennis Yan’s development.
The Syracuse Crunch winger has four multi-point games during his rookie season, including a goal and an assist against Laval Saturday.
Despite the cries of the broadcast team and the Leafs, I thought Johan's goal was properly called. Andersson was out of the crease and the Johan was tied up with the Leafs D. Had Andersson stayed in his crease he wouldn't have gotten touched and would have been in position for the save.
Brayden Point for all the awards: Hart, Pearson, Nobel Peace Prize, Time Man of the Year, American Idol champ... I don't care. Give it to him.