Even though Tavares is in his age-34 season, he remains a top-line scorer. Through Tuesday's action he is averaging a point-per-game, has already scored 30 goals for the second time in the past three seasons and can still help drive an offense.

The Florida Panthers play against the Toronto Maple Leafs in an NHL game tonight. Fans can watch this game for free online.

Maple Leafs forward John Tavares has been named the team’s nominee for the Bill Masterton Trophy. All 32 teams are expected to name their nominees for the award, and the winner will be announced during the NHL Awards show in June.

Masterton nomination from Toronto’s chapter of hockey writers, but his candidacy should be taken seriously league-wide.

There is talk John Tavares's next deal is worth significantly more than it was in September. Could he hold the Leafs hostage in negotiations?

Turns out it didn’t take quite that long. The debate is over with two weeks to go. Anthony Stolarz put an end to it. The 31-year-old has earned the opportunity to start in Game 1 of the playoffs for the Toronto Maple Leafs. It will be his first postseason start in the NHL.

Take the Florida Panthers lightly at your own peril. Florida cruised to a 3-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs with a suffocating performance, dominating possession, shot attempts and the flow of the game from the outset.

The Toronto Maple Leafs sit at top that Atlantic Division. What must they do to effectively prepare for the postseason?