Jeremy Franks

Jeremy Franks

Joined: Jul 9, 2023

Covered the Toronto Maple Leafs for the Last Word on Sports Hockey site. Currently, writing about the Maple Leafs for Editor in Leaf. His fandom of the team originated in the late 1970s and continues to this day. He has closely followed the team through the Ballard years, the Fletcher-Burns-led runs in the early 90s, to the current edition.

Nov 3, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) looks on during the third period against the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images

Auston Matthews Injury Saga continues in Germany? What is going on?

Nov 3, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitch Marner (16) looks to pass during the first period against the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images

Mitch Marner once again leads the Toronto Maple Leafs to victory.

Nov 5, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz (41) stops the puck shot by Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov (91) during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Anthony Stolarz has solidified his grip as the Toronto Maple Leafs starter

Oct 19, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Rangers center Matt Rempe (73) battles in front of the net with Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev (8) during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs have made a significant improvement in 1 critical area

Oct 16, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Bobby McMann (74) celebrates with forward William Nylander (88) after scoring against the Los Angeles Kings in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs are getting contributions from across the entire lineup

Toronto Maple Leafs v Montreal Canadiens

Treliving deserves credit for the Toronto Maple Leafs offseason acquisitions

Sep 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube speaks with his players in the second period against the Ottawa Senators at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs are off to a great start under Craig Berube

Sep 22, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube speaks with his players in the second period against the Ottawa Senators at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Evaluating the Toronto Maple Leafs Cup chances for the 2024-2025 season

Feb 22, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Jake McCabe (22) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Rumored contract extension will not age well for the Toronto Maple Leafs

May 21, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs new head coach Craig Berube speaks during an introductory media conference at Ford Performance Centre. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Craig Berube is already making the Toronto Maple Leafs better

Oct 20, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Nicholas Robertson (89) skates during the warmup against the Dallas Stars at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Last chance for a couple of Toronto Maple Leafs former top prospects

Sep 30, 2023; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Easton Cowan (53) plays the puck against Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Players to watch during the Toronto Maple Leafs preseason

Jan 18, 2024; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitchell Marner (16) celebrates his goal with center Auston Matthews (34) during the second period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images

Wide-open NHL gives Toronto Maple Leafs best Stanley Cup opportunity in years

Apr 30, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) makes a save during the third period in game five of the first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Boston Bruins at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Reviewing the Toronto Maple Leafs best moves of the summer

Sep 30, 2023; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Easton Cowan (53) plays the puck against Montreal Canadiens center Nick Suzuki (14) during the third period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-USA TODAY Sports

Easton Cowan and Fraser Minten making the Toronto Maple Leafs is optimal

Apr 11, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitchell Marner (16) plays the puck against the New Jersey Devils in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Biggest storylines of the Toronto Maple Leafs Training Camp