Maple Leafs Video Analysis

1 For and 1 Against: Leafs host Sabres

If someone opens the door for you, be ready to walk in.

By CathySquires Jan 19, 2017, 9:00am EST

Maple Leafs Video Analysis

Watch The Leaf: Blueprint, Episode 2

Dave Keon complains about too much hair on his statue and other cute things.

By Achariya Oct 27, 2016, 3:19pm EDT

Maple Leafs Video Analysis

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Sold A Bill Of Goods: Clarkson Cannot Pass

You'd think there are only so many ways to show that Clarkson is terrible right? Well, here are a bunch more

By not norm ullman January 22, 2015

Video Analysis: Franson, Bernier Slip Up On Winner

Breakdown of the Red Wings game winning goal.

By PPP October 19, 2014

What Does It Mean To Be "Soft On The Puck"?

If you don't know by now, the Leafs offer plenty of "teachable moments" for use as case studies.

By JP Nikota May 27, 2014

The Leafs Defensive "System"

Why is it so terrible?

By JP Nikota April 21, 2014

Another Collapse: The Maple Leafs' Identity

How did the Bruins once again easily wipe out a Maple Leafs' third period lead?

By PPP April 4, 2014

How Not to Execute a Set Play

Leafs ran what was maybe the worst faceoff in the whole NHL season last night. Find out why it sucked so much.

By SkinnyFish March 19, 2014

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Is Tyler Bozak A Sniper?

How does Tyler Bozak maintain that sky high shooting percentage? A video review

By not norm ullman February 10, 2014

A Few Notes On The Leafs' Recent Hot Streak

There is some good to be gleaned amidst all the statistical noise.

By JP Nikota January 24, 2014

Get 'Em At The Line

Have the Leafs' D not been attacking enough at their own blue line, or is it just me?

By JP Nikota December 30, 2013

The Leafs' Neutral Zone Backside Pressure

'Inconsistent' is one way of describing their work in this regard.

By JP Nikota December 17, 2013

San Jose's Neutral Zone Backside Pressure

The Sharks' forwards were one reason the Leafs had a hard time gaining the offensive zone.

By JP Nikota December 5, 2013

The Bruins' 1-2-2 Forecheck

The Bruins' aggressive forecheck is just one reason the Leafs are out-matched against the Bruins, but let's take a closer look.

By JP Nikota November 11, 2013

The 1-3-1 Power Play

In response to demand for more systems analysis, what follows is a look at the most popular power play system in the NHL.

By JP Nikota November 8, 2013

Collapsing Defensively And Breakouts 101

The Leafs are known for defensive collapses and collapsing defensively. Both may be the result of coaching strategies. I promise that this post contains no advanced stats.

By JP Nikota November 4, 2013

Leafs' Attack Time At The Halfway Mark

If you don't like the look of the Leafs' Corsi and Fenwick numbers from last season, the Leafs' actual time on attack is unlikely to impress you.

By JP Nikota September 16, 2013

Length of Attacking Zone Shifts

Breaking down the frequency of attacking zone shifts of various lengths.

By Draglikepull July 22, 2013

Not So Close, After All

Recording time on attack suggests that the Leafs weren't really that close to winning their most recent playoff series.

By JP Nikota June 10, 2013

Video Analysis: Left Wing Lock Unlocked

They say that success has many fathers but failure is an orphan. Well, they're wrong.

By PPP January 28, 2013

The Value Of A Strong Forecheck

A video breakdown of James van Riemsdyk's second goal.

By PPP January 24, 2013

Video Analysis: Thanks To The Pressbox King

Breaking down the Maple Leafs second goal in their 3-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens.

By PPP December 13, 2010

Video Analysis: Trust, Confidence In Short Supply

How was the Lightning's game winning goal scored in their 4-3 overtime win over the Leafs? With two bad decisions.

By PPP December 1, 2010

Gone In Four Seconds

Breaking down the Tampa Bay Lightning's last second equaliser in their 4-3 overtime win over the Toronto Maple Leafs.

By PPP December 1, 2010

When Good Players Go Bad

Mike Fisher's first goal Saturday night came against the run of play. Soft and lazy play by Mikhail Grabovski and Nikolai Kulemin cost the Leafs a goal.

By PPP November 29, 2010