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Where did it go wrong for the Maple Leafs in the first 20? — MLHS Podcast Ep. 131

After four straight home losses left the Maple Leafs at 8–10–2 through 20 games, Anthony Petrielli and Nick Ashbourne dig into how the Leafs got here, Sergei Bobrovsky’s nightmare start, the middle-six issues, whether the recent signs of five-on-five improvement…

Published: Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 4:32 AM
Where did it go wrong for the Maple Leafs in the first 20? — MLHS Podcast Ep. 131
Key Things to Know
  • The MLHS Podcast analyzes the Maple Leafs' 8-10-2 start following four straight home defeats.
  • Hosts examine goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky's difficult start to the campaign and new contract.
  • The discussion highlights five-on-five offensive struggles involving William Nylander and John Tavares.
The Story in 60 Seconds

In the latest episode of the MLHS Podcast, hosts Anthony Petrielli and Nick Ashbourne examine the Toronto Maple Leafs' difficult start to the season. The team sits at an 8-10-2 record through their opening 20 games following four consecutive home losses, prompting an in-depth breakdown of the roster's underlying issues.

The podcast hosts discuss Sergei Bobrovsky's early struggles in goal, defensive decisions surrounding Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Darren Raddysh, and middle-six offensive concerns involving William Nylander and John Tavares. They also analyze coach Jim Hiller's role, front-office scrutiny, and whether recent five-on-five metric improvements offer genuine optimism.

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