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After a summer of speculation, the Maple Leafs are set to name Auston Matthews the 26th captain, and the first American-born captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs, according to TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger.

Leafs Name Auston Matthews 26th Captain Of Franchise

An unexpected rivalry has emerged between goaltenders Ilya Samsonov of the Vegas Golden Knights and Linus Ullmark of the Ottawa Senators. The feud ignited when Samsonov reacted to Ullmark's comments about his performance during the playoff series between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins, suggesting Ullmark's injury history and challenging him ahead of their matchups. Both goalies had disappointing playoff statistics last season, but the banter promises to heat up as they face off later in the season.

The Ottawa Senators’ Linus Ullmark and Vegas Golden Knights’ Ilya Samsonov are beefing

Philadelphia, PA

The Toronto Maple Leafs have yet to make an addition to their forward group but one trade pitch has the team acquiring Philadelphia Flyers forward Morgan Frost. Toronto has questions for their forward group, and one of the biggest is Nick Robertson who is an RFA and has asked for a trade. With that, the website PuckPedia has a new tool called PuckGM that lets users create their own trades, and one user proposed a deal that would see the Maple Leafs deal Robertson and another play for Frost.

Trade Pitch Has Maple Leafs Acquiring $4.2 Million Forward From Flyers

Breakaway On SI

The Toronto Maple Leafs are hoping goaltender Matt Murray can revive his career with the organization.

Former Champion Trying to Revive Career With Maple Leafs

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

Tampa, FL

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Three men and a woman have been arrested on murder charges in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Jones , a Jacksonville rapper known as Julio Foolio,” outside a hotel in Tampa.

4 arrested in slaying of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio

Los Angeles, CA

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Arizona State

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. In a surprising turn of events, actor Ben Affleck is reportedly seeking an exit from his marriage with singer and actress Jennifer Lopez. Sources close to the couple have disclosed to the New York Post that the relationship has been fraught with continuous drama, which has left Affleck feeling overwhelmed and despondent.

Ben Affleck's 'Dream' Marriage with Jennifer Lopez Marred by Non-Stop Drama: Sources

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Steve Kerr took over as the head coach of the men’s USA basketball Olympic team in December 2021. While he

NBA insider reveals Steve Kerr’s likely replacement for United States Olympic basketball team in 2028

The majority of the forward group seems to be settled for general manager Brad Treliving. However, the Toronto Maple Leafs still face uncertainty with the bottom-six roles on the roster. Everyone knows that Toronto’s top forwards such as Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, William Nylander, and other top-six forwards are safe to make the team out of training camp. In contrast, while there have been projected lineups, it remains unclear what the bottom six will look like, especially the fourth line.

Players Challenging for Bottom-Six Roles on Toronto Maple Leafs

Phoenix, AZ

Team USA clinched its fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal, defeating France 98-87 in the 2024 Paris Olympics. Despite a superstar roster, head coach Steve Kerr named Devin Booker, a Phoenix Suns guard, as the ‘unsung’ MVP for his selfless play and contributions. Booker averaged 11.2 points per game while excelling on defense and supporting team dynamics. LeBron James, however, received the official MVP award for the tournament.

Steve Kerr Names Surprising Player As ‘Unsung’ Team USA MVP

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Team USA grabbed their fifth straight Olympics gold medal in basketball following their 98-87 win against France on Saturday and a big reason why was the continued brilliance of Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant. Kevin Durant will have to make a decision on whether or not to play for Team...

Kevin Durant's 2-word stance on playing at 2028 Olympics

Detroit, MI

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, what is the plan in Detroit where the team has three NHL goaltenders to start the season? Meanwhile, could Andrei Kuzmenko be a trade candidate out of Calgary if he doesn’t find another gear beyond his high-end goal-scoring? How close were the Pittsburgh Penguins to trading Kris Letang to the Montreal Canadiens? Finally, is James van Riemsdyk waiting for the Jeremy Swayman situation to sort itself out before re-signing in Boston?

NHL Rumors: Red Wings, Flames, Canadiens, Bruins

Patriots Pass Rusher Matthew Judon Draws Interest from Other Teams. Pass rusher Matthew Judon of the New England Patriots has attracted attention from several teams who are interested in trading for him. While Judon has been practicing with the team after a brief hold-in, he has expressed his desire for a new contract. Despite his frustrations, he has been one of the Patriots’ best free-agent acquisitions in recent years.

“Teams Inquire About Trading for Patriots Pass Rusher Matthew Judon Amid Contract Dispute”

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Former Islanders captain John Tavares is losing his “C” in Toronto amid a leadership shakeup after getting bounced from the playoffs in devastating fashion at the hands of the Bruins in seven games in the first round. 

Tavares, who left Long Island during the 2018 NHL offseason for his hometown Maple Leafs, will hand over the captaincy to star forward Auston Matthews, The Athletic reported. 

Tavares had been the Leafs’ captain for five seasons after being named the club’s 25th during a ceremony in October 2019, in just his second season with the team. 



Canada catches the eyes of fans at Paris Olympics...

John Tavares cedes captaincy to Auston Matthews in Maple Leafs sign

Cooking With Maryann

This recipe is sooo tasty! It truly is for garlic lovers! It involves sautéing onions and mushrooms in butter and oil until golden, then adding wine to reduce. Garlic, thyme, and parsley are stirred in for flavor, followed by seasoning with salt and pepper. The dish is garnished with additional parsley and served warm, making for a savory, aromatic side. Here's what you'll need to make it:

Garlic Mushrooms in Brown Butter Herb Sauce

In the time I have covered the Toronto Maple Leafs, one of my favorite signings was Jason Spezza. The veteran forward, who spent the better part of his career tormenting the Maple Leafs as a member of the Ottawa Senators, made an impactful homecoming to Toronto in the 2019 offseason. Over the next three seasons, he became a cornerstone of the team’s identity. He brought a ton of value to the team, contributing both on and off the ice. For the cost of his contract, he far exceeded expectations.

Jason Spezza’s Maple Leafs Legacy: Big Value for Little Money

The stars align on August 13, 2024, forming a celestial setting that brings dreams to life for certain zodiac signs more so than for the others of the zodiac. Taurus, Libra, and Pisces are especially blessed during this period. The cosmos are working in your favor to manifest desires you may have been harboring for a while. Whether it is reaching career goals, finding love, or undergoing personal growth, these signs are set to see their dreams come true if the day is pursued properly and with passion.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Dreams Come True  | August 13, 2024

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Former Detroit Red Wings netminder Jimmy Howard recently mentioned that he was naive and sort of lost in his own little world in goal while his former head coach Mike Babcock's arrogant tactics persisted. Howard, 40, spent 11 years as a mainstay for the Detroit Red Wings between the pipes...

Former Detroit Red Wings goaltender perplexed by Mike Babcock's ongoing antics

Boston, MA

Astros’ Yordan Alvarez Impresses Red Sox with Stellar Performance at Fenway Park. Yordan Alvarez of the Houston Astros showcased his hitting prowess on Saturday afternoon, belting two home runs at Fenway Park to help his team secure a 5-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox. Both Red Sox manager Alex Cora and third baseman Rafael Devers were in awe of Alvarez’s skills and offered high praise for the young slugger.

Yordan Alvarez Shines as Red Sox Fall to Astros 5-4

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“Auston Matthews to Become Captain of Toronto Maple Leafs, Replacing John Tavares: Sources”

Auston Matthews, the star player of the Toronto Maple Leafs, is set to take over as the team’s captain, replacing John Tavares, multiple sources have confirmed....

“Auston Matthews to Become Captain of Toronto Maple Leafs, Replacing John Tavares: Sources”

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