On Saturday night, the Maple Leafs will close their three-game road trip through Western Canada with a stop in Vancouver, home to an unusual rival. The Leafs do not have a deep history with the Canucks, but they have had their moments. The teams have battled for a Stanley Cup appearance, and they have battled physically. As recently as last month, one player threatened – loudly – to inflict grievous bodily harm on an opponent. With that in mind, here are highlights from a rivalry you never thought about:
Fanbase Rivalry
In May 1994, a quirk in NHL geography led the Leafs and Canucks to meet in the Western Conference final.