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.

May 4, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Florida Panthers forward Matthew Tkachuk (19) carries the puck past Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly (44) and forward Mitchell Marner (16) during the second period of game two of the second round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

5 key Leafs players in upcoming Panthers playoff series

Apr 20, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube (center) watches the action during the third period of game one of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Ottawa Senators at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Game 5 is Leafs' opportunity to show they are different team

Toronto Maple Leafs vs Ottawa Senators - Game Three

Leafs take commanding 3-0 series lead over Senators

Mar 15, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators goalie Linus Ullmark (35) makes a save as defensemen Artem Zub (2) and Thomas Chabot (72) hold back Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs vs. Senators Playoff Preview: Where does each team have the edge?

Mar 15, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Ottawa Senators forward Ridly Greig (71) lands a punch on Toronto Maple Leafs forward Scott Laughton (24) as they fight in the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

3 areas of concern as the Maple Leafs prepare for the Battle of Ontario

Apr 15, 2025; Buffalo, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitch Marner (16) celebrates his goal with teammates during the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

3 reasons why the Toronto Maple Leafs are better prepared for playoff success

Apr 13, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) stops the scoring attempt by Carolina Hurricanes right wing Andrei Svechnikov (37) during the first period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs inch closer to clinching the Atlantic Division

Dec 18, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares (91) and right wing William Nylander (88) and defenseman Morgan Rielly (44) and center Auston Matthews (34) and right wing Mitch Marner (16) prepare to go on the power play against the Dallas Stars during the first period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

"Last Dance" feel to the upcoming Playoffs for the Toronto Maple Leafs

Mar 25, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander (88) celebrates with teammates at the bench after scoring a goal against the Philadelphia Flyers in the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Goal scoring numbers disclose Maple Leafs lack of depth

Mar 10, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander (middle) celebrates a goal on a power play against the Utah Hockey Club during the first period at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Toronto Maple Leafs remaining schedule: key games and division title hopes

Feb 25, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitch Marner (16) celebrates with his teammates after scoring a goal against the Boston Bruins during the third period at the TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

There is only one amicable solution for Mitch Marner and the Toronto Maple Leafs

Mar 2, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs starting line-up of (L to R) left wing Matthew Knies (23) and defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson (95) and right wing Mitch Marner (16) and defenseman Morgan Rielly (44) and center Auston Matthews (34) stand for the national anthem against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Why the Toronto Maple Leafs Trade Deadline Moves Don't Matter

Feb 22, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Alex Steeves (46) celebrates with teammates at the bench after scoring a goal against the Carolina Hurricanes in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Why the Toronto Maple Leafs Will Win the Atlantic Division

Jun 1, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs new general manager Brad Treliving is introduced at a press conference at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Brad Treliving’s Best Moves: How Stolarz and Tanev Have Strengthened the Leafs

Jun 1, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CANADA; Toronto Maple Leafs new general manager Brad Treliving is introduced as club president Brendan Shanahan looks on at a press conference at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

NHL Salary Cap Increase Provides Leafs With Countless Options to Revamp Roster

Jan 2, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) makes a save against New York Islanders center Casey Cizikas (53) during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs Faith in Joseph Woll Is Paying Off