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.

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

Treliving's quick and decisive actions back up his vow to change Maple Leafs DNA

Apr 17, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitch Marner (16) stretches during the warmup before a game against the Detroit Red Wings at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Leafs should have been able to manage Marner's 'locker room distraction'

Apr 22, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi (11) prepares to take a faceoff against the Ottawa Senators in the first period in game two of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

These Maple Leafs have prime opportunities with Marner's departure

Dec 4, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) speaks with forward William Nylander (88) as forward Matthew Knies (23) looks on in the first period against the Nashville Predators at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs better off despite loss of Marner and free agency inactivity

Apr 20, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner (16) reacts after scoring against the Ottawa Senators during the first period of game one of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

NHL insider claims Maple Leafs' blockbuster sign-and-trade to happen soon

May 16, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares (91) looks on against the Florida Panthers during the first period in game six of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Tavares contract is the start of the Maple Leafs 'change in DNA'

Jun 17, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers center Brad Marchand (63) celebrates with his teammates after winning game six of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

Signing Marchand would be a disastrous mistake for the Maple Leafs

May 18, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) and Florida Panthers goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky (72) shake hands after game seven of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs presented greatest challenge to Panthers repeat

May 18, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner (16) looks up at the scoreboard as Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) skates to the bench during the third period of game seven of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Florida Panthers at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Marner rejecting the Maple Leafs is great news for Brad Treliving

May 5, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube during a post-game press conference following game one in the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Florida Panthers at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

'Turn the page': Berube directs Maple Leafs to shift attention to Game 4

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