Auston Matthews to rejoin Maple Leafs on Tuesday
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TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger joins Gino Reda to discuss the latest plans for Team USA’s visit to Washington on Tuesday, how crucial the next three games are for the Maple Leafs’ trade deadline plans,
The Tampa Bay Lightning (37-14-4, first in the Eastern Conference) host the Toronto Maple Leafs (27-21-9, 12th) in conference play on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET. Tampa Bay won 6-1 at home its last time out on Feb.
The NHL trade rumors indicated that the Toronto Maple Leafs would trade forward Bobby McMann before the March 6 NHL Trade Deadline. Nevertheless, recent reports show that general manager Brad Treliving can instead consider extending the contract of McMann.
When the Maple Leafs travel for away games, they likely won’t spend their per diem at greasy spoons. The Leafs, like most professional athletes, have a taste for upscale group dining. Think history-laden steakhouses or buzzy Italian spots with epic portion sizes.