Why are the Leafs so good this year?
831882
They added Kubina and Gill to a completely different blueline. That was really their only problem last year, no defense besides Kaberle. McCabe is good, but hes not exactly a defensive player. \n\nPaul Maurices style of play is also much better than Quinns, at the NHL level coaching really does have a huge impact. Toronto now plays with speed and style, instead of crash bang/dumping and chasing. \n\nAll you haters are pathetic, spending all your time bashing TO, we don't need your negative vibes. Toronto is a good team, theyre no fluke, theyve missed the playoffs only 3 times since 1992. Thats pretty solid. See you in May!
415278
It was amazing.  Great game by Mr. Sundin.  The Leafs' chances are slim right now (I'm a Leafs fan) but it's still possible.\n\nGood game by McCabe, Kaberle, Sundin, Nieuwendyk.  Amazing night for the buds.
328214
I think maybe because there's more rivallry at league level and they all have something to prove. The ones who make the national team have done their bit as far as they're concerned and don't play as hard.\n\nEngland are capable of winning this year if the players give their all, and I hope to god they do.
950238
i hate the schedule its retarded but the salary cap is great that means you will not see teams paying some player 3 to 4 million when he only averages 30 points a season that's retarded. look at the money your Leafs have spent on Belfour over 11 million for the last 3 years and he did shit for the team and almost 4 of that million was given to him so he didn't go play in Europe over the lookout. and look at the money the Leafs spent over the past 10 years on players that weren't even worth shit but since a team like the Leafs and Rangers that would spend so much money on the name players instead of good players that's want hurt hockey teams like that that would give a 2 million salary to a terrible player as Tie Domi yes i know to the Leafs he is the best ever and they don't even care about Sundin. fuck the Leafs cause they suck cheer for a team that cares about there fans not a team that only wants to get richer like the owners of the Leafs just make the money the Stanley cup comes second in Leafs nation.\n\n\nGO HABS GOI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
615892
They were a very formidable team when the season started, but they just kept getting banged up as the season went on.  By the time they got to the playoffs, they were ripe for the picking.  Plus Forsberg won't be back until January 2007.  IF, IF the Flyers can stay in at least 10th in the East (and healthy) until Forsberg gets back, then they will be back in the playoffs in 2007.
773950
They will definately do GREAT this season.......the players are just so amazingly talented......^^
838976
They can do it, they're far and away the best team in football right now.  As long as they keep Marty away from that offense they won't be stopped again this year.  Hell, they've been beating some of the best teams on the road without half their defensive starters.  And it's great to see that the best player in the league (Tomlinson) is also one of the classiest players in the league, there's not another player I'd rather see get a ring this year.
586221
Haha Leafs and the Cup is almost like Cubs and the World Series.\n\nWhen will they win again:\n(1) Fire Ferguson: Pretty sure Ferguson cares more about making money for the owners, then the team winning itself. Remember, the longer the Leafs go without winning, the more sellouts the ACC has, which means more money.\n(2) Build A D: With this offseason and with plenty of cap space, the Leafs really have to build a decent defence. This means not signing another aki berg type player. Get Kaberle's brother in Carolina (Frantisek)?\n(3) Goalie: Well, all Leaf fans know what goes here.
823653
I DON'T THINK YOU GUYS UNDERSTOOD THE QUESTION!!!\n\nIF history is any indication, the Leafs will finish ahead of the Senators because it is their TURN!\n\nSince the two teams have played in the same division, neither team has bettered the other team two years in a row.\n\n98/99--Sens 103 pts......leafs 97 pts\n99/00--Leafs 100 pts.....Sens 95 pts\n00/01--Sens  109 pts.....leafs 90 pts\n01/02--Leafs  100 pts.....Sens 94 pts\n02/03--Sens 113 Pts......Leafs 98 pts\n03/04--Leafs 103 pts......Sens 102 pts\n05/06-- Sens 113 pts......Leafs 90 pts\n\nSo this year has to be Leafs on top of Sens!
223757
They're pretty good, and might make the playoffs yet, watch out for Florida though won 7 in a row. They need a big Defenceman like that Chara guy Ottawa has, to keep the front of the net clear for the goalies. They also have to keep guys like Savard and Hossa happy (ie. more money), and they have both played great this season. Thats about all I can think of. Go Lightning!
387582
Very disappointed the Leafs are out but not surprised. I will still be watching all of the playoffs as there are still great games to watch.
776427
They are doing real well, even better than the high expectations before the season. Pronger is having a fantastic year, and they can pretty much have either Neidermeyer or Pronger on the ice at all times on Defense. Giguere is playing like he did in the 03 playoffs. I don't think they have anyone along the lead's leading scorers, but because they have a well-balanced team and the kids are doing a lot, they are among the leaders in goals scored anyway. Despite all this, attendance seems to be down so there should be plenty of good seats to most games. Go see em'!
592548
Hey, just 'cause they had a bad year doesn't mean squat. Historically, they've had more cups than any other team in the league save maybe Detroit and Montreal.
669568
They have won in the past, but they are getting quite old now and the legs don't work as well anymore.  They also had a very easy schedule in the regular season.  Most of the teams in their division were the weakest in the league and they got most of the points possible against them.  Having a series against a young team that played over .500 hockey was just too much for them.
53036
I haven't been following the AHL too much this year, but they are looking pretty strong. I gotta pull for the Amerks though.
306582
Actually they have a pretty good team this year with sheets, turnbow, and c lee.  I can see them making a run at it this year but the cards are way to strong.  I bet in the next 2 to three years the be in it.
894166
Fan support isn't the answer.. We all know Toronto has plenty of fan support! And Atlanta doesn't actually have much (not a good place to put any sports team! They couldn't even sell out when the world series was there!) \n\nThe answer is that it's the new NHL. New coaches on the new teams are getting new, fresh players who know how the new NHL works. These coaches know how to build their team from the bottom up, not like some established teams who rely solely on one or two star players who are puck hogs and don't fit into the new NHL at all.\n\nBuffalo's Lindy Ruff has the new NHL all figured out. We're not a new team, but we're number 1 in the standings. The rest of the teams will figure it out and catch up eventually. \n\nThe Leafs are doing fine. Don't worry about them too much... well, until they are up against us in the playoffs! :)