Top 25 Under 25 - David Broll
Leading up to the countdown of the Top 25 Under 25 series, let's take a more detailed look at a couple of players who sit outside the Top 25, what caused them to miss, where we see them going, and what we think they need to do to make it into future editions of the Top 25. In the last honourable
Learning About Anchoring Bias with Joe Haggerty and Cam Charron
Cam Charon wrote an article about anchoring bias, and did some analysis on Benoit Pouliot. Joe Haggerty dismissed, and may have been influenced by anchoring bias when he did so. It's a little funny.
Top 25 Under 25 - Dennis Robertson
Leading up to the countdown of the Top 25 Under 25 series, let's take a more detailed look at a couple of players who sit outside the Top 25, what caused them to miss, where we see them going, and what we think they need to do to make it into future editions of the Top 25. Next up, another late-
Top 25 Under 25 - Andrew MacWilliam
Leading up to the countdown of the Top 25 Under 25 series, let's take a more detailed look at a couple of players who sit outside the Top 25, what caused them to miss, where we see them going, and what we think they need to do to make it into future editions of the Top 25. We start with the big
Welcome to August
Ah, August. The slowest period of the offseason - teams are starting to line up, players and executives are taking their
[Thursday's FTB] Waiting For Franson And Kadri To Sign
...and for the subsequent cap-clearing trade to be made.
An Inside Look at the Leafs' Approach to Advanced Stats
Pension Plan Puppets recently chatted with Chid Finds the little-known assistant to Toronto Maple Leafs assistant coach, videographer and statistical analyst Chris Dennis. Here’s a transcript of the interview. We’d like to thank the Leafs for making him available...
Cap Space? What Cap Space?
Linkages
Can the Leafs Afford a Lame Duck Kessel this Season?
I doubt it. If the season goes south, I
The Top 25 Under 25 Returns!
It's been a year since we did our last official list of the top young players in the Maple Leafs organization. A number of players have moved on or graduated; who is the new king?
SDI v2.1 - Shut Down Index 2012-13 - Part 2
The 2nd part of the analysis of SDI v2.1 discusses specific outcomes for the Leafs, shows you the top players from the past 6 years, and links to the data set for the entire NHL for you to explore for yourself.
SDI v2.1 - Shut Down Index 2012-13 - Part 1
The continuing evolution of the Shut Down Index is broken down in this series of postings explaining the analytics at work in assessing defenders.
Save Cody Franson
Rumors persist that the Leafs could trade Franson's rights if they can't come to agreement on a new deal.
Tomorrow is Mark Fraser Day
Mark Fraser's arbitration hearing is set for tomorrow. Reports are that the Leafs are looking to sign him
Talkin' About the Leafs Schedule
In the - uh, rush - of last week, we never really took a second to talk about the Leafs' schedule
It's a Happy PPP Birthday
That's right kids, the Godfather himself is turning another year older. How old? 30 whole years old. Like
Leafs Extend Nonis Five Years
The Toronto Maple Leafs have extended GM Dave Nonis' contract for five years.
Leafs Sign Paul Ranger (To NHL Deal)
The Maple Leafs have signed Paul Ranger to an NHL deal this time: expect him on the roster in October.
¡Mi Gusta Los FTB!
Embracing Numbers - Or Why I Learned to Watch the Game AND Use Statistics
Read this article as it makes some
[Tuesday's FTB] Gunnarsson Signs, Olympic Rosters
If you've got links to your thoughts on the Carl Gunnarsson signing, toss 'em in the comments.
Leafs Sign Gunnarsson
The Leafs have signed Gunnarsson for three years.
How Long Do Attacking Zone Shifts Last?
Breaking down the frequency of attacking zone shifts of various lengths.
The Dog Days of Summer
Well ain't dick all happening in the world of hockey right now except Team Canada rosterbation which is
We've Learned More About Dave Bolland
Last night on Twitter Dave Bolland was somehow brought up in conversation and some Hawks fans joined in with their
The Maple Leafs' And Possession Against Boston
Greg Cronin recently gave an insightful interview to Alec Brownscombe of Maple Leafs Hot Stove in which his replies give some terrifying insight into the team's thinking.