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Jake McCabe | Practice | Toronto Maple Leafs Jake McCabe | Practice

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • NHL.COM

Matthews scores first goal since return from injury, Maple Leafs beat Blackhawks 4-1

Auston Matthews scored his first goal since returning from injury as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1 on Monday night

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • Associated Press

Maple Leafs defence playing a hurtin' tune with Jake McCabe out After a number of forwards were taken out of Toronto's lineup, McCabe will miss Monday's game while Jani Hakanpaa is moved to IR.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Won't play Monday McCabe (upper body) won't play Monday against Chicago, per David Alter of The Hockey News.

Impact McCabe didn't participate in the morning skate and will sit out at least one game as a precaution. He left Saturday's 5-3 win over Tampa Bay in the second period after being struck by the puck in the side of his head. McCabe has generated five assists, 20 shots on goal, 46 blocked shots and 52 hits in 23 appearances this season. Philippe Myers will play against the Blackhawks due to McCabe's absence.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Maple Leafs' Jake McCabe Exits 600th NHL Game After Scary Puck to Neck Jake McCabe’s 600th NHL game ended early after a scary neck injury.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Expected to be fine McCabe (upper body) is reportedly fine and shouldn't miss any time, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

Impact It's a fortunate break for the Maple Leafs, who have dealt with injuries for most of November, although their defense has been mostly unscathed. McCabe's status should be confirmed prior to Monday's game versus the Blackhawks.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exits game with upper-body injury McCabe won't return to Saturday's tilt against Tampa Bay after sustaining an upper-body injury.

Impact Toronto got Matthew Knies (upper body) and Auston Matthews (upper body) back Saturday, but Bobby McMann suffered a lower-body injury Wednesday and now McCabe is hurt too, so it seems Toronto's health problems aren't easing up. Going into Saturday's game, McCabe had five assists, 21 PIM, 19 shots, 50 hits and 46 blocks in 22 outings while averaging 21:47 of ice time. If McCabe misses Monday's game against Chicago, then Jani Hakanpaa might draw into the lineup.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jake McCabe | Pre Game | Toronto Maple Leafs Jake McCabe | Pre Game

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • NHL.COM

Jake McCabe | Media Availability | Toronto Maple Leafs Jake McCabe | Media Availability

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • NHL.COM

Parayko scores twice, Broberg hurt as Blues beat Maple Leafs 4-2 in Berube's return to St. Louis

Colton Parayko scored twice and Jordan Kyrou had a goal as the St. Louis Blues beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-2 to snap a three-game skid

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • Associated Press

Jake McCabe | Pre Game | Toronto Maple Leafs Jake McCabe | Pre Game

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • NHL.COM

Jake McCabe | PreGame | Toronto Maple Leafs Jake McCabe | PreGame

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • NHL.COM

Maple Leafs sign D Jake McCabe to 5-year extension The Toronto Maple Leafs signed defenseman Jake McCabe to a five-year extension with an average annual value of $4.51 million, the team annou...

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Inks five-year extension McCabe signed a five-year, $22.55 million contract with Toronto on Monday.

Impact McCabe is playing the final season of his four-year, $16 million deal. He has generated three assists, seven shots on goal, 17 blocked shots and 19 hits in nine outings this campaign. The 31-year-old blueliner produced personal bests during the 2023-24 regular season with eight goals, 28 points and 219 hits across 73 appearances.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jake McCabe | Practice | Toronto Maple Leafs Jake McCabe | Practice

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • NHL.COM

Pay The D-Man: Toronto Maple Leafs Must Prioritize Re-Signing Jake McCabe Much of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ defense corps is signed for the next few years, except for Jake McCabe.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Supplies two assists McCabe recorded two assists, three hits, two PIM and a plus-3 rating in Wednesday's 6-2 win over the Kings.

Impact McCabe had a hand in goals by Bobby McMann and Morgan Rielly in the blowout win. Through four contests, McCabe has three assists, a plus-7 rating, 10 hits and 10 blocked shots. The 31-year-old defenseman provides a lot of physicality, and his offense should be at a passable level since he's playing on the second pairing at even strength. McCabe is unlikely to unseat Oliver Ekman-Larsson or Morgan Rielly for power-play time.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jake McCabe | Pre Game | Toronto Maple Leafs Jake McCabe | Pre Game

OCTOBER 10, 2024 • NHL.COM

Playing Wednesday McCabe (upper body) will be in the lineup versus the Canadiens on Wednesday, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

Impact McCabe missed the Maple Leafs' preseason finale, but that was deemed precautionary. He'll return to his usual second-pairing role for Opening Night. McCabe had a career-high 28 points in 73 regular-season appearances last year, but the bulk of his fantasy value lies in his ability to generate hits and blocked shots at a high rate.

OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to practice Monday McCabe (upper body) is likely to practice Monday, Joshua Kloke of The Athletic reports.

Impact McCabe didn't play in Saturday's preseason finale versus the Red Wings, but it's likely the Maple Leafs were taking a precautionary approach. Assuming he can practice without further issues, the 30-year-old defenseman is likely to suit up for Opening Night on Wednesday versus the Canadiens.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday McCabe (upper body) is not in Saturday's lineup versus Detroit.

Impact McCabe could be questionable for Opening Night on Wednesday in Montreal. The solid defenseman had a career-best eight goals and 28 points in 73 regular-season games in 2023-24, as well as 219 hits and 129 blocked shots.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day McCabe won't skate during Friday's practice session due to an upper-body injury, and he's considered day-to-day.

Impact While the exact nature of McCabe's injury isn't clear, it's discouraging to see him held out of practice ahead of Saturday's preseason finale against the Red Wings. It's not yet clear whether he'll suit up against Detroit, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him held out to avoid risking his health ahead of Opening Night against Montreal on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Toughness and skill on display McCabe has been paired with newcomer Oliver Ekman-Larsson this preseason.

Impact The two seem to have real chemistry -- McCabe is showing the kind of toughness and skill that new coach Craig Berube and general manager Brad Treliving value in defenders. Thursday night, McCabe dominated a young Montreal squad, and his stability could allow OEL to provide secondary offense for the Leafs.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jake McCabe | Training Camp | Toronto Maple Leafs Jake McCabe | Training Camp

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • NHL.COM