I'm going to present the most important news of last night to you without any editorial comment, because there's plenty of that out there.

NWHL-Bauer emails reveal disorganization, financial struggles | TSS
"Wednesday morning, Today’s Slapshot was BCC’d on an anonymous email to the CWHL, the NWHL’s direct competitor, detailing more of the struggles the new league has had with paying vendors, and particularly with paying vendors in a timely fashion."

Alleged NWHL employee leaks missed payment emails, league responds | Puck Daddy
On Wednesday morning, many members of the media who cover women's hockey received an email titled "NWHL LIES."

Leafs News

What Jon Cooper sees in the young Maple Leafs | Sportsnet
SHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADE: “They work hard. Just because they’re not in the National Hockey League on a regular basis [doesn't mean much]. A lot of those guys are going to be National Hockey League players. They’ve done the right thing playing in the minors, and now they’re getting their chance," Cooper said.

Tyler Bozak makes first step in return to Maple Leafs | The Star
"Bozak participated in his first full-contact practice on Wednesday since he suffered his first concussion with an innocent-looking hit in Ottawa on Feb. 6. But his return date is still uncertain."

Nikita Soshnikov Developing For The Leafs | THW
"One of the top surprises for the Toronto Maple Leafs this season, Russian forward Nikita Soshnikov showed that he has a future in the NHL not only because of his offensive skills, but also thanks to his heart and fearless play. In this translated interview, originally appearing on the Russian website sovsport.ru, Maple Leafs forward Nikita Soshnikov talked about emotions in the NHL, his move to Toronto, and English lessons."

Maple Leafs Prospect recap: Playoffs start and end | PPP
Reviewing prospect games from March 7-13.

Watch The Leaf: Blueprint Episode 7 | PPP
My last recap of the season. :(

Catching up with the Toronto Marlies weekend road trip | PPP
"The Marlies flew to Boston and then went on a quest to clinch their playoff spot before anyone else does."

Amanda Kessel returns and other women's hockey links | PPP
The start of a new Wednesday series!

Lou Lamoriello hints at big changes for Leafs roster next season | PPP
Think he'll let them grow mustaches?!

William Nylander to play 10th NHL game, burn first year of contract | PPP
On the other hand, they'll re-sign him before he really hits his stride, so maybe save money?

Maple Leafs as actual Maple | PPP fanpost by Soilentgibby
"From the guy that brought you Maple Leafs as actual Leaves, I thought I would bring my hard hitting analysis and insight into a two part series for PPP fanposts, deconstructing the Maple Leafs as actual maple syrup."

Other Hockey News

Sportsnet’s Top 30 2016 NHL Draft Prospects, March | Sportsnet
"At our first house in St. Louis, it didn’t have anywhere for us to shoot," said Logan Brown. "So when we built a new house, it had a huge unfinished basement. So my dad put boards up, bought the floor tiles from a local roller rink and put up a net."

The Latest 2016 Calder Trophy Rankings in the NHL | Bleacher Report
You won't believe #5!

NHL's newest salary cap projection tops out at $74 million with escalator option | SBN
Good.

NHL Playoff Picture 2016: Updated Standings and Bracket Outlook | Bleacher Report
The Washington Capitals are in the 2016 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs.

NHL Picks: Flyers grab playoff spot with win over slumping Blackhawks | CBS Sports
"With a win over the Detroit Red Wings Tuesday, the Philadelphia Flyers put themselves in a position to climb into the last wild card spot in the Eastearn Conference if they can beat the Chicago Blackhawks Wednesday night. It's not an easy task, but they might be catching the defending champs at the right time."

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