Tag: Maple Leaf Gardens

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The pursuit of Carlton’s cathedral

September 16, 2009

Ryerson has had its eye on owning Maple Leaf Gardens ever since the Leafs moved out in 1999. But the Gardens has proved to be a costly cougar to court, leaving it derelict for the past decade.

The worst kept secret on campus

September 16, 2009

Talking to Ryerson administration about Maple Leaf Gardens is like talking to a teenage girl about a secret crush. Just drop the name of the historic arena and they squirm anxiously in their seats, knowing smiles growing across their faces.

SHUT OUT AT MAPLE LEAF GARDENS

October 1, 2008

This week, the Gardens will open for only the second time in eight years.

IT COULD HAVE BEEN OURS

In 1999, Loblaws paid just $13 million for Maple Leaf Gardens - after Ryerson turned it down.

My Gardens

September 13, 2000

With Maple Leaf Gardens slated for development, writer Allan Woods talks to Tommy Gaston, a fan who saw the hockey temple's heyday.

Hockey starts skating with spiritual spectre

September 22, 1999

The spirits of former Toronto Maple Leaf greats like Tim Horton, Johnny Bower and Syl Apps floated through the air as Ryerson’s hockey team opened its training camp

Editorial Sports

Memories of a Garden party

February 10, 1999

An Eyeopener editor dusts off his skates for a game at Maple Leaf Gardens

Editorial Sports

Jock Itch

October 8, 1997

Ahhhh…another autumn, another collection of bums on Church and Carlton streets

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