Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Sets up two goals Sunday
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McMann delivered two assists and took two shots on goal in Sunday's 5-3 win over the Sabres.
McMann participated in the build-up of the goals scored by Max Domi and Nicholas Robertson in the first and second periods, respectively. This was the first time the 28-year-old cracked the scoresheet since bagging two goals in a 4-3 win over the Oilers on Nov. 16, although it must be noted he missed seven games due to a lower-body injury between Nov. 30 and Dec. 12. McMann has six goals and three helpers over 23 appearances this season.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Good to go
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McMann (lower body) will be activated from injured reserve ahead of his return to the lineup against Detroit on Saturday, per David Alter of The Hockey News.
Following a seven-game absence, McMann will skate on Toronto's third line versus the Red Wings. He has produced six goals, one assist, 52 shots on net and 34 hits through 21 outings this season. McMann will replace Ryan Reaves in Saturday's lineup.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Targeting Saturday return
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McMann (lower body) is reportedly close to getting back in the lineup and could be an option versus the Red Wings on Saturday, Joshua Kloke of The Athletic reports.
McMann's timeline will rule him out versus the Ducks on Thursday, but it seems like he should be back in action sooner rather than later. Prior to getting hurt, the 28-year-old forward managed just four points in 18 games while putting 44 shots on net. Once back in the lineup, McMann will likely take on a bottom-six role, which could mean a return to the minors for Fraser Minten.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Still one week away
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McMann (lower body) is progressing in his recovery but won't play in the Leafs' next two games after head coach Craig Berube told reporters Thursday, "Hopefully if he gets skating here and he feels good, he could be an option for next week, but we'll see," per Mark Masters of TSN.
McMann has already missed three games due to his lower-body problem, so he is eligible to come off injured reserve as soon as cleared to play. Where the natural center fits into the lineup remains to be seen due to the emergence of Fraser Minten, who has racked up four points over six games since being called up. Once given the green light, McMann will need to be activated off injured reserve.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Moved to IR
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McMann (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.
Toronto also activated Auston Matthews (upper body) and Matthew Knies (upper body) from IR on Saturday while assigning Alex Steeves to the minors. McMann has six goals, one assist, 52 shots on net and 34 hits across 21 games this season. He won't be eligible to play until at least Dec. 6 against Washington, though an exact timeline for his return is unclear.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Expected to miss couple of games
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McMann (lower body) is considered day-to-day, but he's not expected to play in Toronto's next couple of games, coach Craig Berube told Mark Masters of TSN on Friday.
That would seem to suggest McMann will probably be out for at least Saturday's tilt in Tampa Bay and Monday's home game against the Blackhawks. McMann, who left Wednesday's 5-1 loss to Florida because of the injury, has six goals and seven points in 21 appearances in 2024-25. Although McMann is drawing out of the lineup, Auston Matthews (upper body) is set to return Saturday, and Matthew Knies (upper body) might play too.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Sustains lower-body injury
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McMann (lower body) won't return to Wednesday's game versus the Panthers.
The hits just keep on coming for the Maple Leafs' forward group. McMann is one of seven injured forwards on the team, though Ryan Reaves (suspension) will be back Dec. 4. McMann can be considered day-to-day until another update is provided by the team.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Two goals while in top six
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McMann scored twice Saturday in a 4-3 overtime win over Edmonton.
He's playing up the lineup and making the most of it -- he has three goals in his last two games (11 shots). McMann has speed and skill, and he does the little things right. He forechecks hard, goes to the dirty areas, and he's conscientious in his own zone. McMann won't help fantasy managers on the power play, but he could offer value if he forces his way into a more permanent gig on a scoring line.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Finds twine Wednesday
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McMann scored a goal on eight shots and added two hits in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Capitals.
The goal ended an 11-game point drought for McMann, who had 26 shots on net and 17 hits in that span. The 28-year-old forward started the year well, and it's a positive he's stayed in the lineup even amid a deep slump. He has four goals, one assist, 44 shots on net, 30 hits, six PIM and a plus-3 rating over 17 contests in a middle-six role.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Supplies assist in win
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McMann produced an assist, two hits, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 5-2 win over the Lightning.
McMann has been productive in a middle-six role with three goals, one assist, 10 shots on net, 11 hits and a plus-7 rating over five games. The 28-year-old has seen power-play time in three of his five outings, but he's not guaranteed to stay in that role throughout the year. McMann can put up some depth scoring and add toughness, making him a decent option for deeper fantasy formats.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Nets brace Wednesday
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McCann scored two goals in Wednesday's 6-2 win over the Kings.
McCann found the back of the net with his two shot attempts in this win over the Kings, beating David Rittich twice in the first period. McCann didn't play in the season opener against Montreal on Oct. 9 after recovering from a knee injury, but has been very good since returning to the ice and has three goals over his last three appearances while attempting eight shots.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Pots goal Thursday
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McMann scored a goal on three shots and went plus-2 in Thursday's 4-2 win over the Devils.
McMann was a healthy scratch in the season opener Wednesday in Montreal. He entered the lineup over Ryan Reaves for the second game of a back-to-back and scored one of three Toronto tallies in the first period. The 28-year-old McMann was decent in a limited role last year with 24 points, 118 shots on net, 117 hits and 52 PIM over 56 regular-season appearances before a knee injury took him out of the lineup just before the playoffs. He's not a lock to be in the lineup regularly, but he could help his own cause if he continues to put up offense when he plays.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Ready to rock
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McMann (knee) will be ready for the start of the 2024-25 season, per Nick Barden of The Hockey News on Saturday.
McMann missed Toronto's final two regular-season games and all seven playoff contests due to an MCL sprain. In 56 appearances during the 2023-24 campaign, he registered 15 goals, 24 points, 118 shots on net and 117 hits. McMann could provide depth value for fantasy managers this season while occupying a middle-six role in Toronto's talented forward group.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Skates Thursday
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McMann (knee) took part in Thursday's practice, per Jonas Siegel of The Athletic.
McMann skated on the third line alongside John Tavares and Nicholas Robertson. That trio might start the campaign together, provided McMann is healthy. The 28-year-old McMann missed Toronto's final two regular-season games and all seven playoff contests due to an MCL sprain.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Dealing with knee problem
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McMann was sidelined for the last nine games of the season due to an MCL sprain, Terry Koshan of The Toronto Sun reports Friday.
McMann finished his rookie year having logged 56 games for the Leafs in which he notched 15 goals on 118 shots, nine assists and 117 hits while averaging 11:34 of ice time. The 27-year-old winger got plenty of looks on the first line with Auston Matthews this season and could be back in that role heading into 2024-25. With a full 82-game campaign, McMann should be capable of reaching the 20-goal threshold and pushing for the 40-point mark.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Not playing Saturday
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McMann (lower body) will not be in the lineup for Game 7 in Boston on Saturday, according to Joshua Kloke of The Athletic.
The good news is that McMann is getting closer after participating in Saturday's morning skate. The 27-year-old winger will miss his ninth straight game, but he could return in time for the start of Round 2 -- should Toronto advance past Boston. McMann had 15 goals, nine assists and 117 hits across 56 regular-season games in 2023-24.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Not expected back soon
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McMann (lower body) is making strides in his recovery but is not close to returning to action, Lance Hornby of The Toronto Sun reports Thursday.
At this point, McMann should probably be considered out indefinitely with his return to action seemingly a long way off. The 27-year-old center has already been sidelined for the club's last seven contests due to his lower-body injury. If he does return in the postseason, McMann will likely slot into a bottom-six role.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Nearing return to ice
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Per Terry Koshan of The Toronto Sun, McMann (lower body) is getting closer to returning to practice, according to coach Sheldon Keefe.
McMann missed the last two games of the regular season and will miss his fourth straight playoff contest Saturday after being injured versus Detroit on April 13. McMann was a pleasant surprise during the 2023-24 campaign, racking up 15 goals, nine assists and 117 hits in 56 appearances. He remains a possibility to return to action in the latter part of the opening round versus the Bruins.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Might still play in Boston series
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McMann (lower body) could still be an option against Boston, likely returning for Game 5 or 6, Nick Barden of The Hockey News reports Thursday.
Based on McMann's reported timeline, he won't be available for Game 4 on Saturday. Considering the winger has yet to resume skating with the team, his continued absence shouldn't come as a surprise. Prior to getting hurt, the Alberta native managed just one point over his last eight appearances, despite seeing time in a top-line role.
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Maple Leafs' Bobby McMann: Still not skating
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McMann (lower body) was not on the ice ahead of Monday's Game 2 versus Boston, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.
McMann is poised to miss his fourth consecutive contest due to his lower-body injury. Prior to his absence, the 27-year-old center was struggling to produce with just one point in his last eight appearances. Whenever McMann is cleared to play, he figures to take on a middle-six role, though he has occasionally linked up with Auston Matthews on the first line. Until the team provides an update, McMann should probably be considered out indefinitely.
