This is why you don't make predictions in October.

It's that time of the year again. Like Easter eggs and crocuses, rumours out of Russia are a rite of spring.

Preliminary round play for the 2016 Women's World IIHF Hockey Championships begins this afternoon in Kamloops, British Columbia. Here's a quick overview of what and who's involved.

... None of us like Edmonton!

Leafs prospect Tony Cameranesi saw his Frozen Four hopes come to an end last night after a strong tournament. Now the Leafs have to decide if they're going to sign the talented senior out of Minnesota-Duluth.

The Marlies have signed University of Albert Golden Bears forward Jordan Hickmott to an ATO.

Brunch and hockey.

At least this time the Leafs didn't embarrass themselves.

T. J. Brennan picked up four points, and Shane Conacher made his pro-hockey debut in today's Marlies win at the ACC.

Man I'm clever.

After three seasons at Canisius College, he's going pro.

With nine games left to go the Maple Leafs are playing well. Could they play spoiler for playoff hopefuls?

When hockey is at its best.

The gesture at 17:17 of the third period got Manson ejected from the game.

We want to help you get to know the GTA players appearing in the upcoming IIHF Women's Ice Hockey World Championships in Kamloops BC. Today we've profiled Brampton Thunder defender, Laura Fortino.

It's a good Friday for Connor Brown.

A crazy game ends with the Leafs grabbing a two points from the heavily favoured Ducks.

This! This is what the rest of the season is about.

The Ducks look to make headway on the Pacific Division title while the Leafs are just happy to be here.

He's referring to the Leafs' play, which has undoubtedly improved under Mike Babcock.

Let's take a moment and catch up on the European prospects, rumoured and firmly in hand both.

The Leafs start their final ten games of the season, not a moment too soon.

From my ice covered cubilce (how did it get in here anyway?) comes your morning links.

The Toronto Marlies have signed 20-year-old defenceman Ty Stanton to an Amateur Try Out contract.

He's passing them along to Frank Corrado, too - and they're working.