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

Apr 9, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Nick Perbix (48) and Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares (91) fight to control the puck during the second period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Stats say Maple Leafs are the NHL's most overrated team; Regression is coming

Feb 20, 2025; Boston, MA, USA; [Imagn Images direct customers only] Team Canada forward Sydney Crosby (87) lifts the trophy after defeating the United States during the 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey championship game at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

The 4 Nations was so good it ruined the Toronto Maple Leafs regular season

Mar 29, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) celebrates after scoring the go-ahead goal in the third period against the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

Auston Matthews poised to give the NHL a goal scoring leader you can respect

Apr 5, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander (88) skates with the puck against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

The Florida Panthers are not trying to face the Toronto Maple Leafs on purpose

Apr 5, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matthew Knies (23) battles for the puck with Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins (90) during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs are the second hottest team in the NHL right now

Apr 2, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares (91) and defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson (95) congratulate goaltender Anthony Stolarz (41) after a win against the Florida Panthers at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

3 Reasons the Toronto Maple Leafs will win the Stanley Cup

Mar 25, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Philadelphia Flyers forward Travis Konecny (11) moves the puck away from Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Jake McCabe (22) in the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images

Toronto Maple Leafs news and injury updates for the stretch run

Apr 5, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz (41) follows the play against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Why the Toronto Maple Leafs aren't going to break your heart this year

Apr 2, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers defenseman Gustav Forsling (42) and Toronto Maple Leafs forward Matthew Knies (23) chase after a loose puck during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Toronto Maple Leafs and Atlantic Division Battle Royal: Weekend Preview

Apr 2, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner (16) skates against the Florida Panthers during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs are a crazy statistical anomaly, but who cares?

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

The Toronto Maple Leafs vs Regression vs Their Own Fans vs Reality

Mar 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Max Domi (11) shoots the puck past Florida Panthers defenseman Nate Schmidt (88) scoring a goal during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Toronto Maple Leafs fail to clinch playoffs, will get another chance tonight

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

3 Things so obvious about the Toronto Maple Leafs I shouldn't have to say them

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

NHL standings update + the Toronto Maple Leafs can clinch Playoffs tonight

Mar 29, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper (35) and defenseman Mikey Anderson (44) look on as Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares (91) celebrates after scoring in the third period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

The Toronto Maple Leafs continue to play badly and post strong results

Mar 27, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks defenseman Timothy Liljegren (37) and Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Jake McCabe (22) on the ice after a check during the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

What the heck is wrong with the Toronto Maple Leafs?