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The Leafs scratching Connor Dewar over Nick Robertson for Game 4 has mistake potential

On the surface, electing to keep Nick Robertson in the lineup in favour of Connor Dewar seems like the right decision. But is it? Assuming William Nylander is good to go to make his series debut in Game 4, it appears Dewar, whom the Leafs acquired from Minnesota at the trade deadline, could wind up being the odd man out.

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“It took more than 60 minutes, obviously, and it’s on me that it should have been [finished] in the first 60. Everybody is able to bail each other out, and that’s why I love playing for this team.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / 7 minutes ago

Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Nylander, Lyubushkin & Brodie

The Toronto Maple Leafs will try to even the score in their first-round series against the Boston Bruins in Game 4 tonight. After a frustrating loss in Game 3, the team is anxious to turn the tide and regain momentum on home ice. William Nylander’s return could be a potential game-changer for the Maple Leafs.

William Nylander News / The Hockey Writers / 34 minutes ago

As Nylander Returns to the Maple Leafs’ Lineup, Who is Out?

It has been a wild ride for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the William Nylander saga. Nylander didn’t dress for Game 1 of the series against the Boston Bruins, which sparked a ton of speculation about him potentially being disciplined by the organization for a lazy forecheck in Game 82 against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Nick Robertson News / TheLeafsnation / 1 hour ago

'I need Nick to be himself': Why keeping Nick Robertson in the Maple Leafs lineup makes sense

Sheldon Keefe is sometimes prone to overthinking things. This is not one of those times and making the decision to keep Nick Robertson in the Leafs lineup at the expense of a functioning 4th line makes sense.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / 1 hour ago

Maple Leafs Best Case Scenario for Tonight’s Game 4

Tonight’s Game 4 between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins is pivotal in their playoff series. With the Maple Leafs trailing 2-1, they face a must-win situation on home ice.

William Nylander News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Maple Leafs preparing for William Nylander to play in Game 4

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander is in line to play in Saturday night's Game 4 of the Eastern Conference first-round series against the visiting Boston Bruins, coach Sheldon Keefe said.

Auston Matthews News / TheLeafsnation / 1 hour ago

Auston Matthews returns, an update on McMann, and some lineup changes: Leafs Practice Notes

Saturday morning the Leafs held an optional skate prior to Game 4 tonight, here are a few of the takeaways from that skate: Auston Matthews returned to the ice for the optional skate after being unavailable for yesterday’s practice while he gets over his illness.

NHL News / Yardbarker / 53 minutes ago

NHL bets: Following two teams that need a win tonight

Yardbarker's Griffin Carroll is a clean 4-0 on his last two NHL betting articles, and he's ready to hop over the boards for another 2-0 night on the ice. Game on!

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Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / 28 minutes ago

Keefe: Maple Leafs are preparing for William Nylander to play

William Nylander looks to be making his series debut tonight after missing the past three games. The Leafs forward has been sorely missed and given that one of their biggest struggles has been creating offence, a 40 goal/98 point winger who moves the puck up ice better than any other Leaf will be a tremendous asset.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / 5 minutes ago

3 Maple Leafs’ Frustrations Headed Into Game 4

Game 3 of the playoff series against the Boston Bruins left Toronto Maple Leafs fans grappling with familiar frustrations. Despite scoring first for the first time this season against the Bruins, the Maple Leafs couldn’t maintain their lead.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / The Hockey Writers / 50 minutes ago

3 Bargain-Bin Free Agent Targets for the Maple Leafs

It’s no secret that the Toronto Maple Leafs will be in a bit of a pickle regarding their cap next season, with raises coming to stars Auston Matthews and William Nylander to the tune of an additional $6 million per year.

Mitch Marner News / TheLeafsnation / 4 hours ago

Maple Leafs prospects thriving, the volume of the SBA, and Mitch Marner talk: Leaflets

Two days off in a row feels like an eternity during the playoffs. It was strange to go around living my life like the Leafs don’t exist and that my night wouldn’t be filled with the rollercoaster ride of living and dying on every goal.

William Nylander News / Yardbarker / 0 minutes ago