Jake McCabe D TOR Wed 12/4/24 11:05 AM
Jake McCabe
D TOR
McCabe (upper body) will miss Wednesday's tilt against Nashville, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.
EDGE Analysis
McCabe was also absent for Monday's 4-1 win over Chicago. He has five assists, 21 PIM, 52 hits and 46 blocks across 23 appearances in 2024-25. Philippe Myers drew into the lineup versus the Blackhawks, and he'll likely dress again due to McCabe still being on the shelf.
Jake McCabe D TOR Mon 12/2/24 11:40 AM
Jake McCabe
D TOR
McCabe (upper body) won't play Monday against Chicago, per David Alter of The Hockey News.
EDGE Analysis
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.
Jake McCabe D TOR Sat 11/30/24 10:19 PM
Jake McCabe
D TOR
McCabe (upper body) is reportedly fine and shouldn't miss any time, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.
EDGE Analysis
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. If McCabe sits out a game, Jani Hakanpaa or Philippe Myers could enter Monday's lineup against Chicago.
Jake McCabe D TOR Sat 11/30/24 9:23 PM
Jake McCabe
D TOR
McCabe won't return to Saturday's tilt against Tampa Bay after sustaining an upper-body injury.
EDGE Analysis
Toronto got Matthew Knies (upper body) and Auston Matthews (upper body) back Saturday. However, Bobby McMann suffered a lower-body injury Wednesday, and now McCabe is hurt, so 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 isn't available for Monday's matchup against Chicago, Jani Hakanpaa could be in the lineup.
Jake McCabe D TOR Mon 10/28/24 10:12 AM
Jake McCabe
D TOR
McCabe signed a five-year, $22.55 million contract with Toronto on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
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.
Jake McCabe D TOR Thu 10/17/24 1:38 PM
Jake McCabe
D TOR
McCabe recorded two assists, three hits, two PIM and a plus-3 rating in Wednesday's 6-2 win over the Kings.
EDGE Analysis
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.
Jake McCabe D TOR Wed 10/9/24 6:44 PM
Jake McCabe
D TOR
McCabe (upper body) will be in the lineup versus the Canadiens on Wednesday, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.
EDGE Analysis
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.
Jake McCabe D TOR Sat 10/5/24 10:11 PM
Jake McCabe
D TOR
McCabe (upper body) is likely to practice Monday, Joshua Kloke of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
McCabe didn't play in Saturday's preseason finale versus the Red Wings, but the Maple Leafs likely took a precautionary approach with his injury. Assuming he can practice without further issues, the 30-year-old defenseman will probably suit up for Opening Night on Wednesday versus the Canadiens.
Jake McCabe D TOR Sat 10/5/24 11:09 AM
Jake McCabe
D TOR
McCabe (upper body) won't be in Saturday's lineup versus Detroit.
EDGE Analysis
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. McCabe also registered 219 hits and 129 blocked shots.
Jake McCabe D TOR Fri 10/4/24 11:44 AM
Jake McCabe
D TOR
McCabe won't skate during Friday's practice session due to an upper-body injury, and he's considered day-to-day.
EDGE Analysis
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.