The Philadelphia Hotel Caper TORONTO (Dec. 14) — Of all the stories I’ve told from my 17 seasons covering the Toronto Maple Leafs on radio at The FAN–590, this one stands alone. So claims my 28–year–old son, Shane, a lifelong follower of the Blue…

Oct 23, 2024 · Watch, Admire… and Remember. TORONTO (Oct. 22) — Too bad, for the Maple Leafs and their fans, we aren’t six months down the road. Were this Apr. 22, 2025, I suspect our city would be on its collective ear.

Dec 17, 2024 · Are We Being Seduced Again? TORONTO (Dec. 17) — After 31 games this season, the Toronto Maple Leafs have amassed 40 points. After 31 games last season, the Maple Leafs had amassed 40 points.

Hockey/baseball reporter at THE FAN-590 for 23 years (1988-2011), and original from September 1992 launch of Canada’s first all-sports radio station.

Jan 5, 2025 · Why Can’t The Leafs Be Honest? TORONTO (Jan. 4) — “Yeah, I don’t know. I hope so. That’s obviously the goal.” In precisely 11 words, Auston Matthews spoke, on Thursday, more sincerely and genuinely than the team that pays him $13.25 million to score goals. The captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs was asked if his mystery ailment can be …

Maybe The Veteran Stuff Will Help TORONTO (Oct. 10) — Your father dies… and they drop the puck. Yes, life goes on. As it should. The 2024–25 season for the Toronto Maple Leafs began somewhat ominously on Wednesday night with a 1–0 loss at Montreal.

Nov 25, 2024 · Is Anyone Going To Say It? TORONTO (Nov. 25) — Surely, there’s a candidate amid local hockey scribes to tell the denizens of Leafs Nation the boldface truth: their favorite team is a better team without Auston Matthews. If I were the wagering sort, my dough would be on Dave Feschuk of the Toronto Star, among the few in the mainstream media unaffected by the Blue and White aura.

Nov 12, 2024 · Howard: Contrast the boredom of the Leafs, their at times lethargic play, with the tremendous start of the Winnipeg Jets. It is not realistic to expect the Jets to continue an almost perfect record, but their drive, discipline, solid all round play, and all-world goalie Connor Hellybuck, are providing some exciting hockey, that hopefully translates in to playoff success.

Jun 16, 2023 · Absolutely insane to even consider trading Marner. Players who score 100 points and get Selke award nominations are extremely rare. He plays point on the PK, kills penalties and is hands down the most skilled player on the team…..plus he grew up in the GTA as a Leaf fan.

Hockey/baseball reporter at THE FAN-590 for 23 years (1988-2011), and original from September 1992 launch of Canada’s first all-sports radio station.