The Toronto Maple Leafs have hit rock bottom as embarrassing losses mount, prompting fans to question if drastic moves are imminent. Can the Leafs recover from their worst start in the East? Mike DiStefano and Dave Morassutti scrutinize Toronto’s defensive collapse, special teams woes, and inconsistent play from stars. They highlight John Tavares’ leadership and Matthew Knies’ breakout performance, discussing why new additions have failed to spark a turnaround and which young players are showing real promise. With the Leafs struggling against non-playoff teams and trade rumours swirling, the next stretch of road games could define their season. Will Toronto’s offence be enough to climb back into playoff contention, or is a radical shakeup looming?
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6 Comments
7 straight – do your homework before you go on air. Toronto had lost 10 straight going into this game, and 18 of their last 19. Sounds pretty stupid doesn't it.
Saturday against Montreal is what happens when Berube doesn't have last change and can't shelter his lineup. The team is playing Nylander hockey. No forecheck, no backcheck, no hitting, no defense. They are last in the Atlantic, any ranking above an F is being generous. We should be talking about who the team is moving on from to recover some draft picks.
Leafs are last
The Leafs appear more likely to win the 2025–26 regular-season battle to finish last among Canadian NHL teams than play a single playoff game before the upcoming NHL Draft.
I guess my friends were right about the Leafs..
Roy, Joshua, and Maccelli are the worst 9 million spent in the Matthews era. They provide negative value.