James Tanner

James Tanner

Joined: Dec 30, 2016

James starting writing about the NHL at hockeybuzz.com in 2012 and also wrote for the hockeywriters as well before joining Fansided in 2016. Since then, he has written thousands of articles and documented way too many playoff failures. He can be found on X @editorinleaf

Mar 27, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs players celebrate a game-tying goal by right wing William Nylander (88) against the San Jose Sharks during the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

4 Things about the Toronto Maple Leafs that you probably don't know

Mar 19, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Brandon Carlo (25) tries to slow up Colorado Avalanche forward Brock Nelson (11) during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

How has Brandon Carlo played since the Toronto Maple Leafs traded for him?

Mar 25, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi (11) celebrates with forwards Nick Robertson (89) and Scott Laughton (24) after scoring a goal against the Philadelphia Flyers in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Cheap scoring depth: Part 2 of a look into the Maple Leafs young forwards

Mar 20, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Scott Laughton (24) attempts a shot against the New York Rangers during the first period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images

Player-Friendly Toronto Maple Leafs Media short-changes fans with bad analysis

Mar 22, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Nashville Predators center Jonathan Marchessault (81) has his stick knocked out of his hands while defended by Toronto Maple Leafs center Bobby McMann (74) and Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Simon Benoit (2) during the third period of the game at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alan Poizner-Imagn Images

The 1 person who needs to be better for the Toronto Maple Leafs to have success

Mar 19, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies (23) tries to slow up Colorado Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon (29) during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

How are the Maple Leafs young secondary forwards actually performing?

Mar 17, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi (11) gets control of the puck as defenceman Chris Tanev (8) blocks out Calgary Flames forward Blake Coleman (20) during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs should use this lineup for game 1 of the playoffs

Mar 19, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares (91) carries the puck against the Colorado Avalanche during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

John Tavares, the Leafs Real Captain, steps up with legendary performance

Mar 20, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander (88) skates across the blue line defended by New York Rangers defenseman Zac Jones (6) during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images

Toronto Maple Leafs execute massive and impressive turnaround

Mar 19, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner (16) skates against the Colorado Avalanche during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Mitch Marner Is a low-key Hart Trophy Candidate, and maybe he should win it

Mar 15, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Brandon Carlo (25) shoots the puck against the Ottawa Senators in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Maple Leafs continue to make a roster error that could cost them their season

Mar 8, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz (41) makes a save against Colorado Avalanche right wing Valeri Nichushkin (13) in the third period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs resume battle for first place - take on the Avalanche

Mar 15, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Anthony Stolarz (41) makes a save against the Ottawa Senators in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

2 Reasons for optimism about the Toronto Maple Leafs + 1 Crazy Stat

Mar 15, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) deflects the puck as Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (72) and goalie Linus Ullmark (35) defend in the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs could still go on a magical run - Reasons for Optimism

Ottawa Senators v Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs back again for yet another 'most important game of the season'

Mar 15, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz (18) bodychecks Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (72) in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Only luck has prevented the Maple Leafs from an absolutely epic collapse