Last Night in Canadian Hockey – Nov. 30: Jets, Habs, Leafs, Oilers & Canucks
Which Canadian teams are really built to last? A quarter-season in, the picture is clearer—and more surprising—than anyone expected.
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Which Canadian teams are really built to last? A quarter-season in, the picture is clearer—and more surprising—than anyone expected.
Are the Maple Leafs finally turning the corner after a dominant 7–2 win in Pittsburgh, or was this just one good night after weeks of struggle?
How are Matthew Knies and John Tavares quietly shaping the Maple Leafs this season? Can youth and experience combine to change Toronto’s fortunes?
If Auston Matthews isn’t getting traded, why are fans talking about it— and what does that reveal about the Maple Leafs right now?
What did last night’s games reveal about where all six Canadian teams actually stand right now?
The Maple Leafs had it in control at 2–0—until they didn’t. A 4–2 loss, despite Woll’s heroics. What caused the meltdown?
A strange start, a lost structure, and Joseph Woll holding it together again. Why do the Maple Leafs keep letting these games slip away?
Tyson Barrie recalls his first, curious encounter with Mike Babcock in Toronto — a glimpse at the quirks of a polarizing NHL coach.
How are the Maple Leafs shaping their top four lines ahead of tonight’s game in Washington—and what does it mean for the team’s offence?
Is it too soon to get excited about Easton Cowan, or is his steady rise exactly what the Maple Leafs have been missing?
Can Joseph Woll carry the Leafs, will young players like Cowan step up, and can Berube fix his coaching choices in tight games?
Jersey #14 isn’t flashy—but it’s worn by players with grit, skill, and heart. From Keon to Shanahan, discover why this number always makes fans pay attention.
Six Canadian teams, six stories: Leafs, Jets, Habs, Flames, Canucks & Sens battled last night with wins, comebacks, and milestones aplenty.
Can the Maple Leafs turn gritty wins like this into a real turning point — and is Easton Cowan already becoming the spark they’ve been missing?
The Maple Leafs have the talent, but three key fixes could turn their slump into a winning streak—starting tonight in Columbus.
What do the fates of three former Leafs prospects reveal about Toronto’s development—and their roster decisions?
Is Max Domi really struggling, or is he just unlucky? The expected goals tell a much kinder story than the score sheet suggests.
If a rival GM calls about Easton Cowan, does Treliving hang up—or does timing force the Leafs to at least listen?
Can the Maple Leafs fix their shaky goaltending and inconsistent scoring, or will the Atlantic’s surprise leaders keep them down?
Was it the Canadiens' shine or the Maple Leafs' stumble? Toronto needs a reset on this tough 5-game road trip.
Was it the Canadiens' shine or the Maple Leafs' stumble? Toronto needs a reset on this tough 5-game road trip.
Did last night’s Canadian slate show which teams are building momentum—and which ones still have work to do to find their groove?
Canadians 5, Maple Leafs 2: Montreal brought pace and purpose, Toronto chased all night. What did this game reveal about both teams’ seasons?
Maple Leafs fall 4–2 in Montreal as Woll keeps it respectable. Canadiens dominated with speed, passes, and a cupboard full of chances.
Canadian teams fought, flopped, and flashed brilliance last night—Leafs, Oilers, Canucks, Senators, Canadiens all left their mark.
How close are the Maple Leafs to turning the corner? They pushed hard against Columbus, showed real structure, but couldn’t seal it in overtime.
The number 7 is hockey’s legendary digit—fueling Game 7 drama, iconic Bruins moments, and record-shattering feats that still leave fans in awe.
Can the Maple Leafs survive stretches like this? A look at resilience, ice-time trust, and mental grit in tough early-season games.
Maple Leafs grind out OT win, Scheifele sets Jets record, Flames chase Bedard again — Canadian hockey last night had it all.”
Did the Maple Leafs finally find their heartbeat in an overtime win — and can this gritty effort be the spark that turns their season around?
The number 6 isn’t flashy, but it’s everywhere in NHL lore—from the Original Six era to iconic defensemen and legends who made the number timeless.
How do you go from scoring on your own goalie to winning the game in style? Only William Nylander could script a night this strange—and this perfect.
The number 5 is quietly everywhere in the game of hockey: 5 skaters, the dreaded five-hole, and the unforgettable number "5" worn by Maple Leafs Bill Barilko.
He wasn’t just a Maple Leaf—he was an experience. Eddie Shack lit up Toronto with chaos, charm, and heart. Here’s why he still matters.
Joe Thornton, “Jumbo,” wasn’t flashy—he saw the ice differently, made everyone better, and left a quiet, lasting mark on the NHL.
Is David Kämpf the steady, no-drama centre the Canucks have been missing? Vancouver believes he might be a long-term fit.
Legends in the crease: How Bower, Plante, and Luongo turned the humble #1 into hockey’s boldest badge of grit, innovation, and calm confidence.
The Maple Leafs’ Achilles’ heel isn’t scoring—it’s defense. The Rule of 3 shows why structure in their own end still wins games.
Five Canadian teams, five intense games: wins, heartbreaks, overtime thrills, and the stars who made the difference. Who came out on top?
The kids brought energy, Woll looked sharp — so why couldn’t the Maple Leafs close it out? Confidence may be the missing piece.
Legends in the crease: How Bower, Plante, and Luongo turned the humble #1 into hockey’s boldest badge of grit, innovation, and calm confidence.
The Canucks didn’t sign David Kämpf for flash. They signed him for order. Here’s what he’ll bring to Vancouver’s lineup this season.
If effort, not trades, is Toronto’s issue, is Friedman saying more about the Maple Leafs than he lets on?
Bobby McMann isn’t just filling minutes anymore — he’s forcing his way into a bigger role with effort, detail, and timely scoring.
Legends in the crease: How Bower, Plante, and Luongo turned the humble #1 into hockey’s boldest badge of grit, innovation, and calm confidence.
From Ottawa stunning Boston to Calgary finding its groove, last night in Canadian hockey was a mix of grit, goals, and lessons learned.
Without Auston Matthews, can the Maple Leafs learn from Hildeby’s 33-save effort and flashes of offense, or will close losses keep piling up?
The Maple Leafs had flashes of control, but late errors cost them. Here are three takeaways from the 4-3 OT defeat.
Early season highs and lows for Canada’s NHL teams: Leafs, Canucks, Flames, Senators, and Jets show promise — and some frustration.
Amid another tough loss, Morgan Rielly quietly made Maple Leafs history. Can one steady veteran still anchor a team in flux?
Are Canada’s NHL teams finding their stride — or losing their grip — as November tests depth, confidence, and consistency across the board?
Can David Kämpf help restore order to the chaos? The Maple Leafs don’t need a savior — just someone who still believes in structure.
Are the Maple Leafs’ struggles about bad fits, bad coaching, or bad luck? Fans are debating everything from Domi to Berube’s style.
Is David Kämpf’s time with the Maple Leafs over? Suspension, contract talks, and AHL refusal make his future in Toronto unclear."
Where are the Maple Leafs headed this season? Surprising highs, puzzling lows—can they find consistency before time runs out?
Can Montreal’s mix of youth and experience keep rolling? Caufield, Suzuki, and Demidov led the Canadiens to a 6–2 win over Utah!
"Bill Barilko disappeared that summer…” The Tragically Hip sang it, and Leafs fans still feel it. His legend never fades.
Which Canadian NHL teams are surprising, slipping, or shining early this season—and what does The Athletic see for their Olympic hopes?"
Can a quietly reliable centre like David Kämpf still find a home in the NHL, proving value isn’t always about the scoreboard?"
Toronto let Tuukka Rask slip through their fingers—now every playoff collapse reminds Leafs fans of the goalie that slipped away.
Can David Kampf turn frustration in the minors into a meaningful role with the Maple Leafs and stay ready for another NHL shot?
Are the Maple Leafs asking too much of Easton Cowan and Nick Robertson — or are these young forwards truly ready to carry the load?
John Tavares hits 500 goals with quiet class—then wastes no time adding No. 501. A milestone, a message, and a captain still leading by example.
Hellebuyck holds the fort, Comrie quietly impresses — Winnipeg’s goalies giving the Jets steady hands in a season still finding its footing.
Easton Cowan’s future with the Maple Leafs is in question: stay in the NHL now or develop in the AHL? Here, we weigh the pros and cons.
Canadian teams delivered highs and lows on Wednesday: Kadri shines, Canucks collapse, and Tavares scores 501 as the Maple Leafs win big.
Matthews and Nylander click, youngsters fight for ice time — can the Maple Leafs solve the lineup puzzle and make a deep playoff run?
The Maple Leafs might have found what they’ve been missing—a heartbeat. A wild comeback vs. Pittsburgh could be the moment their season turns.
Can the Maple Leafs survive rough starts and still pull off big wins? Last night’s 4-3 comeback shows they just might.
Canadian teams had a wild Monday—McDavid hits 1,100, Leafs rally, Canucks win in OT. Which team impressed the most?
Can Dakota Joshua’s journey from testicular cancer survivor to Maple Leafs forward inspire others while wearing #81 with pride?
Can the Cowan–Tavares–Nylander line give the Maple Leafs the balance they’ve been missing — and help a rookie find his place among the stars?