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Edmonton Journal
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
LEAFS NOTES: Gilmour-Marner connection now long distance
Article content It was a jolt to many Leafs and former NHLers to learn a decade ago that Scott McKay, Toronto's long-time equipment man in the Pat Quinn era, had a cancer diagnosis. He has survived, but the battle continues and friends want to help him raise funds and awareness in a big way. Article content On Thursday, Gilmour, Curtis Joseph, Shayne Corson, Brad May and Raffi Torres will reveal Street Hockey For The Cure, to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society, the Scott McKay Foundation and the St. Michael's Hospital Foundation. Proceeds of the Sept. 13-14 tournament near the grounds of the Hotel X at Exhibition Place will go to reducing the financial burden of cancer patients throughout treatment, such as the Wheels For Hope transportation program. Article content Gilmour knows almost every family has lost someone to the dreaded disease. Article content 'It could be an aunt, an uncle and in my case it was a really good friend. Bob Lavelle. He used to be my marketing guy, who started the NHL player softball tournament in Niagara Falls. They discovered a lump in his shoulder when he wasn't that old and was gone. Article content Article content 'We want to be there for Scotty, who has really given back to the community, despite his diagnosis.' Article content The 3-on-3 tournament is open to ages 13 to 50-plus and includes a special division for first responders. Each team will get to meet Gilmour and the NHLers, while playing on a half-scale rink with dasher boards, netting and volunteer officials Article content 'We've done different things like this for Easter Seals and the homeless,' said Gilmour, now a Leaf club ambassador. Article content Gilmour plays some ball hockey and puts on the blades for charity tournaments. Article content 'I took a year off of skating, then woke up one morning and said: 'Geez, I really miss it.' ' Article content For more information on the tournament, head to Article content HAK WON'T BE BACK Article content While everyone at the Ford Centre practice rink got used to seeing Jani Hakanpaa at practice the latter half of last season, he never did play beyond the two mid-season games and two on the farm. Ongoing knee problems mean the Leafs aren't likely to re-sign him. Article content Article content 'We talked to him about that (injury) situation at the end of the year,' said general manager Brad Treliving, who'd hoped the lanky Finnish veteran would turn into a bonus addition at playoff time. Article content Treliving added during his Tuesday free agent wrap-up that he has not closed the door on winger Max Pacioretty's return, but even if the 36-year-old winger decides to try another year, there's no guarantee Toronto will be able to accommodate him. Article content LOOSE LEAFS Article content The great Red Wing Alex Delvecchio, who passed at 93 this week, ranked second in goals scored against Toronto at Maple Leaf Gardens with 62, behind linemate Gordie Howe's 93. Delvecchio was also third in MLG points, tied with Chicago's Bobby Hull at 80, behind Howe's 126 and Boston's Johnny Bucyk at 87 … This will be Travis Boyd's second stint in the Leaf organization after signing a one-year deal on Tuesday. Originally a Washington Capital, the centre had eight points in 20 games for Toronto in 2020-21, ending that season in Vancouver. He stayed in the league with Arizona and Minnesota and at age 31 is back here with a one-year $775,000 US deal … A group of 48 prospects have arrived in Toronto for this week's development camp. Medicals were Wednesday and on-ice sessions begin Thursday at the Ford Centre. Article content
Edmonton Journal
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Doug Gilmour and ex-Leafs/NHLers take cancer fight to the street rink
Article content Any NHLer will tell you the most underrated members of a team are its equipment managers. Article content 'One hundred per cent,' said former Maple Leafs captain Doug Gilmour. 'You just look at all the hours they put in during the day. And at night, when we'd get off a plane and able to go right to bed, they're on their way to the rink to get our stuff ready.' Article content Article content It was a jolt to many Leafs and former NHLers to learn a decade ago that Scott McKay, Toronto's long-time equipment man in the Pat Quinn era, had a cancer diagnosis. He has survived, but the battle continues and friends want to help him raise funds and awareness in a big way. Article content Article content On Thursday, Gilmour, Curtis Joseph, Shayne Corson, Brad May and Raffi Torres will reveal Street Hockey For The Cure, to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society, the Scott McKay Foundation and the St. Michael's Hospital Foundation. Proceeds of the Sept. 13-14 tournament near the grounds of the Hotel X at Exhibition Place will go to reducing the financial burden of cancer patients throughout treatment, such as the Wheels For Hope transportation program. Article content 'It could be an aunt, an uncle and in my case it was a really good friend. Bob Lavelle,' he said. 'He used to be my marketing guy, the man who started the NHL player softball tournament in Niagara Falls. They discovered a lump in his shoulder when he wasn't that old and was gone. Article content 'We want to be there for Scotty, who has really given back to the community, despite his diagnosis.' Article content Article content The 3-on-3 tournament is open to ages 13 to 50-plus and includes a special division for first responders. Each team will get to meet Gilmour and the NHLers, while playing on a half-scale rink with dasher boards, netting and volunteer officials Article content 'We've done different thinks like this for Easter Seals and the homeless,' said Gilmour, now a Leafs club ambassador. Article content
Vancouver Sun
02-07-2025
- Health
- Vancouver Sun
Doug Gilmour and ex-Leafs/NHLers take cancer fight to the street rink
Any NHLer will tell you the most underrated members of a team are its equipment managers. 'One hundred per cent,' said former Maple Leafs captain Doug Gilmour. 'You just look at all the hours they put in during the day. And at night, when we'd get off a plane and able to go right to bed, they're on their way to the rink to get our stuff ready.' It was a jolt to many Leafs and former NHLers to learn a decade ago that Scott McKay, Toronto's long-time equipment man in the Pat Quinn era, had a cancer diagnosis. He has survived, but the battle continues and friends want to help him raise funds and awareness in a big way. On Thursday, Gilmour, Curtis Joseph, Shayne Corson, Brad May and Raffi Torres will reveal Street Hockey For The Cure, to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society, the Scott McKay Foundation and the St. Michael's Hospital Foundation. Proceeds of the Sept. 13-14 tournament near the grounds of the Hotel X at Exhibition Place will go to reducing the financial burden of cancer patients throughout treatment, such as the Wheels For Hope transportation program. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Gilmour points out that almost every family has lost someone to the dreaded disease. 'It could be an aunt, an uncle and in my case it was a really good friend. Bob Lavelle,' he said. 'He used to be my marketing guy, the man who started the NHL player softball tournament in Niagara Falls. They discovered a lump in his shoulder when he wasn't that old and was gone. 'We want to be there for Scotty, who has really given back to the community, despite his diagnosis.' The 3-on-3 tournament is open to ages 13 to 50-plus and includes a special division for first responders. Each team will get to meet Gilmour and the NHLers, while playing on a half-scale rink with dasher boards, netting and volunteer officials 'We've done different thinks like this for Easter Seals and the homeless,' said Gilmour, now a Leafs club ambassador. At 62, the franchise leader in playoff points gets in some ball hockey and puts on the blades for some charity tournaments. 'I took a year off of skating, then woke up one morning and said: 'Geez, I really miss it'.' For more information on the tournament head to Lhornby@ X: @sunhornby
Ottawa Citizen
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Ottawa Citizen
Doug Gilmour and ex-Leafs/NHLers take cancer fight to the street rink
Article content Any NHLer will tell you the most underrated members of a team are its equipment managers. Article content 'One hundred per cent,' said former Maple Leafs captain Doug Gilmour. 'You just look at all the hours they put in during the day. And at night, when we'd get off a plane and able to go right to bed, they're on their way to the rink to get our stuff ready.' Article content It was a jolt to many Leafs and former NHLers to learn a decade ago that Scott McKay, Toronto's long-time equipment man in the Pat Quinn era, had a cancer diagnosis. He has survived, but the battle continues and friends want to help him raise funds and awareness in a big way. Article content Article content On Thursday, Gilmour, Curtis Joseph, Shayne Corson, Brad May and Raffi Torres will reveal Street Hockey For The Cure, to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society, the Scott McKay Foundation and the St. Michael's Hospital Foundation. Proceeds of the Sept. 13-14 tournament near the grounds of the Hotel X at Exhibition Place will go to reducing the financial burden of cancer patients throughout treatment, such as the Wheels For Hope transportation program. Article content Article content Gilmour points out that almost every family has lost someone to the dreaded disease. Article content 'It could be an aunt, an uncle and in my case it was a really good friend. Bob Lavelle,' he said. 'He used to be my marketing guy, the man who started the NHL player softball tournament in Niagara Falls. They discovered a lump in his shoulder when he wasn't that old and was gone. Article content 'We want to be there for Scotty, who has really given back to the community, despite his diagnosis.' Article content Article content The 3-on-3 tournament is open to ages 13 to 50-plus and includes a special division for first responders. Each team will get to meet Gilmour and the NHLers, while playing on a half-scale rink with dasher boards, netting and volunteer officials Article content 'We've done different thinks like this for Easter Seals and the homeless,' said Gilmour, now a Leafs club ambassador. Article content At 62, the franchise leader in playoff points gets in some ball hockey and puts on the blades for some charity tournaments. Article content
Toronto Sun
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Doug Gilmour and ex-Leafs/NHLers take cancer fight to the street rink
Leafs legend Doug Gilmour signs an autograph at the 4th annual Noah Strong Ball Hockey Tournament in Callander last month. Photo by JENNIFER HAMILTON-MCCHARLES / Postmedia Network Any NHLer will tell you the most underrated members of a team are its equipment managers. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account 'One hundred per cent,' said former Maple Leafs captain Doug Gilmour. 'You just look at all the hours they put in during the day. And at night, when we'd get off a plane and able to go right to bed, they're on their way to the rink to get our stuff ready.' It was a jolt to many Leafs and former NHLers to learn a decade ago that Scott McKay, Toronto's long-time equipment man in the Pat Quinn era, had a cancer diagnosis. He has survived, but the battle continues and friends want to help him raise funds and awareness in a big way. On Thursday, Gilmour, Curtis Joseph, Shayne Corson, Brad May and Raffi Torres will reveal Street Hockey For The Cure, to benefit the Canadian Cancer Society, the Scott McKay Foundation and the St. Michael's Hospital Foundation. Proceeds of the Sept. 13-14 tournament near the grounds of the Hotel X at Exhibition Place will go to reducing the financial burden of cancer patients throughout treatment, such as the Wheels For Hope transportation program. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Gilmour points out that almost every family has lost someone to the dreaded disease. 'It could be an aunt, an uncle and in my case it was a really good friend. Bob Lavelle,' he said. 'He used to be my marketing guy, the man who started the NHL player softball tournament in Niagara Falls. They discovered a lump in his shoulder when he wasn't that old and was gone. 'We want to be there for Scotty, who has really given back to the community, despite his diagnosis.' The 3-on-3 tournament is open to ages 13 to 50-plus and includes a special division for first responders. Each team will get to meet Gilmour and the NHLers, while playing on a half-scale rink with dasher boards, netting and volunteer officials 'We've done different thinks like this for Easter Seals and the homeless,' said Gilmour, now a Leafs club ambassador. At 62, the franchise leader in playoff points gets in some ball hockey and puts on the blades for some charity tournaments. 'I took a year off of skating, then woke up one morning and said: 'Geez, I really miss it'.' For more information on the tournament head to Lhornby@ X: @sunhornby Sports Toronto Maple Leafs Money News MLB Canada
