Friday FTB: Another back to back weekend

There was a lot of news on Thursday, so let's jump into it.

Up first, it looks like Matthews might not play this weekend while he's out day-to-day.

Matthews uncertain for Maple Leafs on Friday because of upper-body injury | NHL.com

Forward’s status for back-to-back games this weekend ‘to be determined still’

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Insider Trading continued the Matthews injury talk, and extended the conversation to the Predators terrible start despite trying to get better in the offseason.

Early Trading: How long are Toronto Maple Leafs going to be without Auston Matthews? | TSN

TSN Hockey Insider Chris Johnston has the latest on injured Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews, including how long the superstar could be sidelined and the level of concern in Nashville with the team’s poor start.

TSNTSN.ca Staff

Craig Berube spoke about Max Pacioretty's physical play in the early part of the season and how it's helped the team.

Craig Berube on Max Pacioretty’s physical play to start the season: “It rubs off on the whole team, and physicality is an important part of our game”

After Thursday’s practice, head coach Craig Berube discussed Auston Matthews’ status, the plan for Connor Dewar and Jani Hakanpaa, David Kampf’s recent play, and Max Domi’s defensive commitment. Practice Lines – Nov. 7 Lines at Leafs practice Knies – Domi – Marner Pacioretty – Tavares – Nylander McMann – Holmberg – Robertson Lorentz – Kampf – Reaves Rielly […]

Maple Leafs HotstoveMLHS Staff

Here's Anthony with another diagnosis on the Leafs so far.

Leafs Notebook: Early surprises, lineup thoughts, power play adjustments, and the roster decisions ahead

With the Maple Leafs sitting at 7-5-2 through 14 games, we examined the positives and areas for improvement earlier today. Now, it’s time to examine the individual performances, lineup decisions, possible adjustments, and the upcoming roster crunch in more detail in the Notes, Quotes, and Five Things. Notes – When Oliver Ekman-Larsson went to Florida, […]

Maple Leafs HotstoveAnthony Petrielli

The Toronto Sceptres unveiled their new jerseys along with the rest of the PWHL. I think Toronto's jersey is among the best

And a very emotional walk down memory lane for some of the stars of the PWHL.

Leafs prospect Ben Danford did an interview with Mark Masters. Definitely worth the watch.

The NCAA is changing their professional requirements, allowing CHL players to come into the league. This will also have affects on leagues like the AJHL, but also training camp invites. It'll likely also affect the CHL/AHL agreement.

Here is the legalese.

Igor Shesterkin?

For the hockey card lovers, look what just went back on the market!

And lastly, welcome to the family, Teddy Westside Jr!