Good morning Toronto Maple Leafs fans!

Big win last night for the Maple Leafs, ending the Winnipeg Jets* eight game win streak to open the season.

Leafs beat the Jets despite Kyle Connor’s best efforts
Every streak ends.
PPP LeafsCathy Squires

A statement game for the Leafs that will hopefully get more wins and propel them far above their .500 record from ahead of this game.

It was also a big night for Pontus Holmberg, who played his 100th game for the Leafs.

Like the pros some prospects are picking up their games.

Jake McCabe has decided that Toronto is a great place to call home.

Jake McCabe extended
Now official.
PPP LeafsCathy Squires

From the "things we already knew" section of the paper.

Which NHL Arenas Are Most Affordable for Groups of Four?
Discover the most affordable NHL arenas in 2024. We compare ticket prices, concessions, parking, and merchandise costs at all 32 venues to help you plan a budget-friendly game day experience.
FreeBetsDominic Celica

From the Fourth Line talks McCabe extension

Marc-Andre Fluery was back in Pittsburgh for one last game, and jumped on the ice with some fans.

Connor McDavid left the game after 37 seconds. Bad news for the Oilers?

The Toronto Scepters future is at stake.

Hockey Canada report highlights need for more professional development in women’s hockey | Globalnews.ca
A report from Hockey Canada highlights the need to reduce barriers, improve resource allocation and grow enrollment of women and girls in the sport. Public consultation is next.
Global NewsDrew Stremick

You can check out a passage from Nazem Kadri's new book here:

Nazem Kadri on Becoming a Brown Muslim Hockey Star in a Very White Sport
I shuffled in my skates, searching for balance. Another cold and crowded day, but I was on the ice again—and on the ice I was happy. Skating brought the promise of warmth. It meant hands clutching …
Literary HubNazem Kadri

Finally, one fan went all out for Halloween:

Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews fired up about young fan’s viral Halloween costume
A young Toronto Maple Leafs fan is hoping that his Halloween costume could score him a meeting with his favourite player, Auston Matthews.
The Daily PressDan Bilicki

Enjoy your day everyone!

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