John

John

Joined: Mar 1, 2016

Growing up in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) I was a natural Maple Leafs fan. After living in California for most of my adult life, my love for the Maple Leafs has never been stronger, often scheduling my daily activities around the 4PM games on the west coast. I am honored to be able to share my thoughts with the Toronto Maple Leaf community here at EIL and I do my best to talk about players and news that isn't already written about over and over again.

OTTAWA, ON - APRIL 02: Ottawa Senators Defenceman Erik Karlsson (65) talks to Referee Graham Skilliter (24) during third period National Hockey League action between the Winnipeg Jets and Ottawa Senators on April 2, 2018, at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON, Canada. (Photo by Richard A. Whittaker/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

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SUNRISE, FL - JUNE 26: Kyle Dubas Assistant General Manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs talks on the phone as President Brendan Shanahan looks on during the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft at BB

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CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 24: General manager Lou Lamoriello of the Toronto Maple Leafs looks on during the 2017 NHL Draft at United Center on June 24, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images)

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Toronto Maple Leafs: William Nylander’s Value

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Toronto Maple Leafs: Predictions for the Upcoming Year

TORONTO,ON - FEBRUARY 21: James van Riemsdyk

Toronto Maple Leafs: Let’s Trade JVR for Olli Maatta

Apr 19, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) celebrates his goal against the Washington Capitals with Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Matt Hunwick (2) and forward Connor Brown (12) in game four of the first round of the 2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Air Canada Centre. Washington defeated Toronto 5-4. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs: Rating Recent Leafs News

Apr 6, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) watches before a face-off against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Air Canada Centre. The Lightning beat the Maple Leafs 4-1. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs: Overachieving

Apr 8, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Jake Gardiner (51) and Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen (31) and Pittsburgh Penguins forward Sidney Crosby (87) watch a puck go wide of the net during the first period at the Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs: In Jake Gardiner’s Defense

Feb 15, 2017; Columbus, OH, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Zach Hyman (11) and defenseman Morgan Rielly (44) against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. The Blue Jackets won 5-2. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs: Morgan Rielly’s Mistaken Identity

Dec 13, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Connor Brown (12) in action against the San Jose Sharks at Air Canada Centre. The Sharks beat the Maple Leafs 3-2 in the shootout. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs: Goals, Assists, and Penalties

Jan 1, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) celebrates with team mates after scoring against Detroit Red Wings during the Centennial Classic ice hockey game at BMO Field. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs: Goals, Assists, and Penalties

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Nov 15, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) looks on as he warms up before playing against the Nashville Predators at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs: Goals, Assists, and Penalties