Tuesday’s FTB: Dermott’s back; Tavares and Hyman are not

Yesterday Toronto Maple Leafs fans were treated to some good news!

Travis Dermott said he’s been medically cleared to return for #Leafs, ready to go whenever called upon: “I've been thinking about and dreaming about [that first game] for the last six months so it's really exciting.”
— Kristen Shilton (@kristen_shilton) October 28, 2019

Mike Babcock has said that Travis Dermott will be playing tonight against the Washington Capitals, and hopefully his return gives the Maple Leafs the jump they need to get out fast and get a solid win over the Capitals.

As for the other injured Leafs, Zach Hyman (knee) and John Tavares (finger) still don’t have timelines to return. Their return would also give the Leafs a boost, but eventually they’ll be back.

Travis Dermott is cleared to return to the lineup

In other news....

Katya looked at what could be ailing the Leafs:

Slicing open the Maple Leafs with Occam’s Razor

Mike Babcock discussed the Leafs emotional play, or lack thereof:

Mike Babcock on the team's perceived lack of edge/emotion: "I don't think there is any issue that way" | Maple Leafs Hotstove

Fans of lesser NHL teams are still obsessing over the Leafs:

TSN on #NHLJets vs. #Flames outdoor #HeritageClassic game: "Are there still outdoor games? Give it a rest."

TSN if the #Leafs were in this game: "This is a monumental event! The importance of this game and beauty of this spectacle cannot be overstated!"#TorontoSportsNetwork
— Toronto Sports Network (@TSN_Parody) October 27, 2019