Most Recent Jake Gardiner News
Jake Gardiner has five points in the last five games.
The talented rookie now has five goals and 26 points through 68 games.
March 24, 2012, 1:28 p.m.
The Leafs plan to send defenceman Jake Gardiner to the Marlies today so he will be eligible for AHL playoffs. It will be a temporary move
Gardiner is still expected to play tomorrow.
Feb. 27, 2012, 2:45 p.m.
Gardiner goes back in tomorrow.
Look for the rookie to get back into the lineup tomorrow against the Sens. The rookie registered 10 assists in 37 games.
Jan. 16, 2012, 1:39 p.m.
The #Leafs have recalled Jake Gardiner from the @torontomarlies #Marlies #NHL #AHL
Gardiner needed to play so he briefly was sent to the Marlies. No word on whether the rookie reenters the lineup.
Jan. 16, 2012, 11:04 a.m.
Toronto Maple Leafs send down Jake Gardiner to Marlies AHL and recall Korbinian Holzer.
There's expectation that Gardiner won't be down for long but even so, he's a fringe fantasy player when he's playing.
Jan. 15, 2012, 12:30 p.m.
Looks like Jake Gardiner will be the odd man out on the Leafs blueline again.
Gardiner has 10 assists in 37 games. He likely draws out tonight.
Jan. 10, 2012, 11:50 a.m.
Wilson says Jake Gardiner "could be" the scratch on defence tonight. That's usually a yes.
Gardiner has 10 assists in 37 games. He likely draws out tonight.
Jan. 7, 2012, 12:11 p.m.
Per @CCtsn, Jake Gardiner returns for #Leafs at #NYIslanders.
Gardiner gets back into the lineup after a one-game absence. The rookie has eight assists through 31 games.
Dec. 23, 2011, 5:42 p.m.
Jake gardiner could see time at forward tonight.
As mentioned yesterday, the Leafs will dress seven defensemen tonight. The rookie defender registered five assists in 17 games with the team.
Nov. 17, 2011, 2:06 p.m.
Gardiner suffering from a minor foot injury. Blocked a shot vs. Ottawa and felt sore today. Status tomorrow in doubt.
Gardiner has been a big reason why the team continues to sit Cody Franson. The rookie has played well and chipped in three assists over nine games this season. Check back tomorrow to see if he's in the lineup.
Nov. 1, 2011, 2:55 p.m.
Jake gardiner is back in while cody franson is out.
Gardiner had been a healthy scratch with Cody Franson drawing back into the lineup. With no points and a minus-2 rating over his first two games, the 21-year-old certainly has some growing pains.
Oct. 19, 2011, 11:18 a.m.
And it sounds like Jake Gardiner may play tomorrow, although nothing certain. Wilson says they'll decide tomorrow.
Gardiner has been a healthy scratch with Cody Franson drawing back into the lineup. With no points and a minus-2 rating over his first two games, the 21-year-old certainly has some growing pains.
Oct. 18, 2011, 2:14 p.m.
Gardiner, Orr, Rosehill scratched.
After playing two games for the Leafs, the former 17th overall pick is a healthy scratch. Over those two games he is still looking for his first NHL point while sporting a minus-2 rating.
Oct. 15, 2011, 11:14 a.m.
The cuts mean that rookies Matt Frattin and Jake Gardiner have made the team.
As one of the better defensive prospects in hockey, Gardiner could make the team and push a veteran out of a job. Last season, he scored 10 goals and 41 points in as many games with the University of Wisconsin. The team will keep him on a tight leash as he could use a bit more time in the AHL after playing only 10 games with the Marlies last season.
Oct. 3, 2011, 12:47 p.m.
Gardiner's ever-emerging presence on the Leafs blue line has further complicated things for Ron Wilson heading into the preseason finale against Detroit on Saturday.
As one of the better defensive prospects in hockey, Gardiner could make the team and push a veteran out of a job. Last season, he scored 10 goals and 41 points in as many games with the University of Wisconsin. He could use a bit more time in the AHL after playing only 10 games with the Marlies last season.
Oct. 1, 2011, 6:30 p.m.
