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I don't have much time available to post these days, but I'm usually lurking a bit, and definitely following the Leafs. I think it's a matter of keeping expectations in check. There are some signs that the Leafs are becoming a team that might have a shot in the somewhat near future. Right now...

That was a nice win. You could see the Detroit push-back starting soon after the the Leafs got the 3rd goal. In the last few years, the final score would have been Detroit 5 or 6 to Leafs 3, but the Leafs got the go ahead goal and hung on. Good job boys. There's still lots to learn for this...

Yes, Detroit is going to keep playing Red Wings hockey whatever the score is, and eventually they'll probably start showing up on the scoreboard. Great 1st period for the Leafs, but I think the rest of this game will be a big test for them.

I'm not too bothered by Wilson getting the extension. Burke attempted to remove an element of uncertainty and create some stability with this young team. I don't know if he succeeded or not, but I can see his logic. I don't think the extension will prevent Wilson from being canned if the Leafs...

Well, as long as we're asking what we want, I think the the Leafs could use a nasty, smelly power forward in the Lucic/Byfuglien mold. Someone who can play in the top 6 and make the opposition sick that they have to go out against him. A veteran who still has something left in the tank would...

The Sabres are a measuring stick team for me, based on the fact that they've been a decade-plus nemesis for the Leafs, and they are a divisional rival. The Leafs have to start winning some games against Buffalo when they are still realistically fighting for a playoff spot. I'd like to see signs...

The Leafs are still clinging to a playoff spot, which they certainly weren't doing this time last year. I have to say I'm discouraged by their results in games against my 'measuring stick' teams: Boston, Buffalo, Philadelphia, and Vancouver. So far, they are 0-7 against these teams. This tells...

Azzurri63, paragraphs would help, but yes, I agree that Reimer should have gone on a conditioning stint in the AHL. I also didn't know Bunny Laroque had died. R.I.P. Gus seemed to be finding his game and winning the confidence of the team. Was it J.M. Liles who said "we had the best Swedish...

You might be onto something there. A large part of the game of hockey is confidence. I'd like to see the Leafs adopt a very aggressive pursuit of the puck carrier on their PK. Make it a mission to score short-handed and use that speed they have. If they get scored on-so what? They are getting...

If the Leafs can maintain a challenge for a playoff spot, then that's about in line with expectations for this season. Right now, they are still doing so. I'm still waiting to see if they are just cooling off after a hot start, or if they are in the process of bottoming out again. They should...

The Leafs right now, are in danger of falling into the pattern of recent seasons. Nice start-wheels fall off- rally when it's too late. They lack the galvanizing leader upfront. A Matts Sundin or Doug Gilmour does not appear to be on the horizon. So, what do they do? They need to find a way to...

Oh well, back to earth with a big thud. The Leafs certainly appear to be a better team this year-how much better, I'm not sure yet. My measuring stick teams for the Leafs are Boston, Buffalo, Philadelphia and Vancouver. So far, not so good, but it's still early.

Reimer is still finding his game, but it looks like he's got the make up to succeed and, just as important, his team seems to have confidence in him and want to play for him. It's hard to get a read on what kind of team the Leafs are this year, especially with that weird week off. Last year...

I think I'd extend that to Jim "Take that Ben Eager" Hughson with his 'fakes/takes' and Craig Simpson's frequent reminders that the Leafs need to avoid a slow start in October and November if they want to make the playoffs. I guess that's why I do find myself using the mute button. Makes me...

Yes, I agree. Personally, I'm just rounding into pre-season form. I'm in an intense posting training camp, and I'm a bit winded. But do stay tuned for a series of illuminating (and ground-breaking, if not legendary) posts regarding the ultimate nature of Toronto Maple Leafs hockey from...

The upcoming season is going to be one of 'if's' for the Leafs. Of course, every season is like that to some degree. I'm not really putting any stock in the Leafs performance in the second half of last season. After all, how many seasons in a row now have the Leafs made a bit of a push down the...

I like Reimer's demeanour. The last couple of Leaf goaltenders haven't had the mental makeup to handle playing in Toronto. Gustavsson might end up in that group as well. Granted, they weren't getting much help, but both Raycroft  and Toskala had that annoying "Hey, it's not my fault if we...

Yes, Burke has definitely done a very good job of adding players, especially considering what he had to work with on arrival. That team was a shambles, especially once Sundin left. The upgrade in talent from then to now is significant. Not all of that talent has made the big team yet, so it's...

I'm looking for the Leafs to make a playoff push. My hopes for them this season aren't too high, but I want to see them start being a tough team to play. If they can avoid the early/mid season multi-game losing streaks of recent years, they should be able to make it interesting down the stretch...