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Why Can’t The Leafs Be Honest? TORONTO (Jan. 4) — “Yeah, I don’t know. I hope so. That’s obviously the goal.” In precisely 11 words, Auston Matthews spoke, on Thursday, more sincerely and genuinely than the team that pays him $13.25 million to score goals. The…
Everyone is Missing the Mark — Again
Jan 15, 2025 · Hockey/baseball reporter at THE FAN-590 for 23 years (1988-2011), and original from September 1992 launch of Canada’s first all-sports radio station.
Watch, Admire… and Remember - betweentheposts.ca
Oct 23, 2024 · Watch, Admire… and Remember. TORONTO (Oct. 22) — Too bad, for the Maple Leafs and their fans, we aren’t six months down the road. Were this Apr. 22, 2025, I suspect our city would be on its collective ear.
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Hockey/baseball reporter at THE FAN-590 for 23 years (1988-2011), and original from September 1992 launch of Canada’s first all-sports radio station.
If the Leafs Had Been Perfect…
1 day ago · TORONTO (Jan. 25) — Nothing in professional sport is more amusing than hindsight. And, hindsight may never be quite so amusing as in the blog you have started right here; right now. Or, nearly as bizarre. Were the Toronto Maple Leafs to have been flawless with their first selection since the ...
Why Can’t The Leafs Be Honest?
Jan 5, 2025 · Why Can’t The Leafs Be Honest? TORONTO (Jan. 4) — “Yeah, I don’t know. I hope so. That’s obviously the goal.” In precisely 11 words, Auston Matthews spoke, on Thursday, more sincerely and genuinely than the team that pays him $13.25 million to score goals. The captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs was asked if his mystery ailment can be …
The Leafs Look Bored — Already
Nov 12, 2024 · Howard: Contrast the boredom of the Leafs, their at times lethargic play, with the tremendous start of the Winnipeg Jets. It is not realistic to expect the Jets to continue an almost perfect record, but their drive, discipline, solid all round play, and all-world goalie Connor Hellybuck, are providing some exciting hockey, that hopefully translates in to playoff success.
Is Anyone Going To Say It? - betweentheposts.ca
Nov 25, 2024 · Is Anyone Going To Say It? TORONTO (Nov. 25) — Surely, there’s a candidate amid local hockey scribes to tell the denizens of Leafs Nation the boldface truth: their favorite team is a better team without Auston Matthews. If I were the wagering sort, my dough would be on Dave Feschuk of the Toronto Star, among the few in the mainstream media unaffected by the Blue and White aura.
Justin Bourne of a Different Time - betweentheposts.ca
TORONTO (Jan. 18) — Let me begin with a disclaimer: I like Justin Bourne. He has a wonderful TV presence and works especially well with my old pal, Nick Kypreos. Real Kyper & Bourne is good television on Sportsnet, up against the gold ratings standard, TSN’s …
There’s Only One Player To Trade - betweentheposts.ca
Jun 16, 2023 · Absolutely insane to even consider trading Marner. Players who score 100 points and get Selke award nominations are extremely rare. He plays point on the PK, kills penalties and is hands down the most skilled player on the team…..plus he grew up in the GTA as a Leaf fan.