Discussion surrounding the state of the Toronto Maple Leafs has, somewhat understandably, been rather glum, lately. Rather than mope about it, Danny Gray (@ACatNamedFelix) Ellen Etchingham (@theoryofice) and I (@JPNikota) have gathered to put together the latest Leafs Nation podcast that focuses on a somewhat less dark side of life.

How have our respective teams' coaches been doing? Which teams can we stomach cheering for in the playoffs? Tanking isn't so bad, is it? Check out more, over at the Leafs Nation.

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Is This A Goal Scoring Competition? Phil Kessel's Defensive Game
The latest from Andrew Bates at The Leafs Nation.

900 posts and counting, you’ve made this site what it is
Michael Langlois says YOU are the stars!

Is Duncan Keith’s elbow to the head of Daniel Sedin worthy of a Shanaban?
From Sean Leahy at Puck Daddy.

Marlies Win Final School Day Game
Good news, everyone! From Jeff Veillette at MarliesHQ.

Toronto Marlies Roundup
Another update from the farm from Kyle The Reporter.

Evgeni Nabokov signs one-year extension with Islanders
He WHAT? Yes, he did. He signs a $2.75M deal for another year on the Island.

The Impact of Winnipeg Fan Chants
KESSEL SCORES. From truck at Arctic Ice Hockey.

Shane Doan suspended for three games for elbowing Stars' Benn
A three-game suspension goes to the 'repeat offender'. From the CP at the Globe.

Backhand Shelf Podcast
More podcast fun from Rob Pizzo and Justin Bourne.

Is playing QB at UND is like playing goal for the Leafs?
Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly thinks so. From Justin Bourne.

Shooting Is Good, Mmkay?
Justin Bourne gets it.

From The Branches