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Ryan Smitheram

Ryan Smitheram

Writer
Hailing from the Greater Toronto Area, Ryan Smitheram has been covering the Toronto Maple Leafs for Maple Leafs Daily since 2021.

Ryan shares his thoughtful analysis and a genuine love for hockey with readers daily, using his creativity to build insightful articles that keep fans informed.

In addition, Ryan is a part-time referee, which gives him a unique, on-ice perspective on the game, allowing him to break down plays and share points of view from a different lens.

A resourceful and dedicated member of the Maple Leafs Daily team, Ryan shows great attention to detail when drafting his articles, not forgetting to keep it as light and fun as he can.
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Anthony Stolarz will start Tuesday night against the Calgary Flames
2 hours ago  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Leafs Make Key Decision Regarding Starting Goaltenders for Back-to-Back Against Flames, Blue Jackets
William Nylanders status for Tuesdays game is still unknown according to head coach Craig Berube
3 hours ago  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Will William Nylander Play Tonight? Craig Berube Gives Crucial Update
Nick Robertson has earned a shot in the top-six with the Leafs, but is it performance related or for a trade showcase?
8 hours ago  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Inside the Leafs' Line Shuffle: Why Nick Robertson's Top-Line Promotion Has Everyone Talking
Cayden Primeau along with Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz debuted new masks at Leafs practice on monday
Oct 27  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Maple Leafs Goalies Turn Heads with Striking New Mask Art - Here's the Full Reveal
Timothy Liljegren is reportedly being shopped by the San Jose Sharks again
Oct 27  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Former Maple Leafs Defenseman Reportedly Back on the Trading Block
Mitch Marner was welcomed back to the Atlantic Division by Lightning forward Dominic James with a pair of massive hits
Oct 27  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Double Trouble: Lightning Forward Dominic James Levels Mitch Marner Twice With Authority
Nick Robertson may finally have staked his claim for a top-six role with the Maple Leafs
Oct 26  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

From Depth to Difference-Maker: Nick Robertson Stakes Claim for Top-Six Spot with Maple Leafs
Joseph Woll is expected to rejoin the Maple Leafs in the near future for game action
Oct 26  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Elliotte Friedman Addresses Timeline For Joseph Woll's Season Debut With Leafs
John Tavares reveals his big plans involving the Blue Jays following Leafs overtime win
Oct 25  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

John Tavares Reveals Big Post-Game Plans Following Leafs' Win Over Sabres
Joseph Woll is set to rejoin the Maple Leafs and head coach Craig Berube let his excitement be known following practice on Friday
Oct 25  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Craig Berube Shares Thoughts on Joseph Woll's Comeback Amid Leafs' Losing Skid
Mikko Rantanen was almost a member of the Maple Leafs at the trade deadline
Oct 24  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

NHL Insider Reveals Real Reason Marner-Rantanen Trade Fell Through for the Leafs
Nick Robertson may have a new home in the Chicago Blackhawks as the Leafs engaged in talks with the Western Conference team
Oct 24  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Insider Reveals Maple Leafs' Trade Talks Heating Up With Blackhawks, Blue Jackets
Maple Leafs and Craig Berube made significant changes to the Leafs lines involving Max Domi and Matthew Knies at practice
Oct 23  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Maple Leafs Make Massive Changes to Forward Lines Involving Knies, Nylander, Domi
Leafs GM Brad Treliving responds to Anthony Stolarzs post-game, public outburst on Saturday
Oct 23  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Leafs GM Brad Treliving Breaks His Silence on Controversial Comments From Anthony Stolarz
Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev was placed on injured reserve and the club recalled Dakota Mermis from the Marlies
Oct 23  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

From Bad to Worse: Maple Leafs Place Chris Tanev on Injured Reserve; Recall Defenseman from Marlies
The Toronto Maple Leafs provided a very concerning update on goaltender Joseph Woll on Wednesday following practice
Oct 22  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Panic Setting In After Maple Leafs' Latest Response to Question About Joseph Woll
The Maple Leafs announced a trio of schedule changes to avoid conflict with the Blue Jays and the World Series
Oct 22  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Blue Jays' World Series Return Forces Trio of Scheduling Changes For Maple Leafs
Craig Berube provided an update on the injury Chris Tanev sustained on Tuesday night
Oct 22  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Maple Leafs Head Coach Craig Berube Shares Concerning Chris Tanev Injury Update
Easton Cowan will be a healthy scratch for the Maple Leafs when they host the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night
Oct 21  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Maple Leafs Coach Craig Berube Scratches Easton Cowan Versus Devils: 'He Needs a Reset'
Blue Jays star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. may have just broken the Maple Leafs Game 7 curse with a nod to Auston Matthews
Oct 21  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

Blue Jays Manager Affirms Vladdy Guerrero Jr. Just Broke Maple Leafs' Curse With Nod to Auston Matthews
Scott Laughton is expected to return to the Maple Leafs lineup shortly according to TSNs Darren Dreger
Oct 20  |  Par Ryan Smitheram

TSN's Darren Dreger Shares the Update We've All Been Waiting for on Leafs Forward Scott Laughton
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