John-Michael Liles News
Defense
Toronto Maple Leafs
Liles to play says Carlyle.
With Mark Fraser out with fractures to his head Liles will return to the Maple Leafs blueline.
May 9, 2013, 12:44 p.m.
Ryan O'bryne is last blueliner on the ice with Jake Gardiner...both should sit . J.M Liles slots back in with Mike Kostka tonight.
Liles was a healthy scratch last night but will be back in the lineup tonight. He has two goals and eight assists in 30 games this season.
April 25, 2013, 12:26 p.m.
John-Michael Liles not on the ice for pre-game warmups. Appears he'll be out as Carlyle looks to keep others sharp.
If you have Liles get him out of your lineup. He will be replaced by Mike Kostka.
April 24, 2013, 6:40 p.m.
Possibility J.M Liles rests tonight. Opens the door for another left shot like Jake Gardiner to return to the lineup. #tmltalk
Liles has just 1 assist and a minus-2 in his last seven games.
April 24, 2013, 5:19 p.m.
Liles appears to be back in the lineup tonight.
Liles missed the Maple Leafs last two games with a sprained ankle. He will play alongside Kostka.
March 28, 2013, 6:44 p.m.
Liles ready to go.
The is no word on whether or not Liles will return to the Maple Leafs lineup tonight. He is available and will likely replace Mike Kostka if he plays. Expect this to be decided during warmups.
March 28, 2013, 2:02 p.m.
Liles will not make trip to Boston. Day to day with ankle sprain.
Liles was hurt in hard collision in yesterday's game vs. Boston. His foot and ankle got pinned in between the boards and a Boston player. The ankle sprain could sideline him for at least a week.
March 24, 2013, 1:20 p.m.
Liles will play tonight, says Carlyle.
Liles has been a healthy scratch in the Maple Leafs last 12 games but he will draw back into the lineup tonight in place of Mike Kostka. He will likely play alongside Carl Gunnarsson on the Leafs second pair. He has one goal and five assists in 15 games this season.
March 14, 2013, 11:44 a.m.
Liles on the ice for pre-game skate. Looks like he'll give it a go.
Liles is taking warmups after missing practice indicating that he could play tonight. The offensive defender has four goals and 22 points in 49 games.
March 6, 2012, 6:34 p.m.
Liles has a high fever and is a game-time decision.
Liles likely won't play tonight due to illness. The offensive defender has four goals and 22 points in 49 games.
March 6, 2012, 12:02 p.m.
John-Michael Liles, also missing at practice #leafs
Likely a maintenance day for the banged-up Liles. He scored four goals and 22 points in 44 games.
Feb. 22, 2012, 12:15 p.m.
John-Michael Liles, Colby Armstrong both confirm they will return for #Leafs vs. #Penguins. #NHL #NHLonTSN
Liles draws back in after his bout with a concussion/neck injury. The former Avalanche blue liner scored four goals and 21 points in 34 games for the Leafs.
Feb. 1, 2012, 11:20 a.m.
Armstrong, Liles and Boyce all remain out tonight.
All three players continue to progress but are likely ruled out for the week. The former Avalanche blue liner scored four goals and 21 points in 34 games for the Leafs.
Jan. 31, 2012, 12:44 p.m.
Liles and Armstrong unlikely to play in either of next two games.
Both players continue to progress but are likely ruled out for the week. The former Avalanche blue liner scored four goals and 21 points in 34 games for the Leafs.
Jan. 30, 2012, 4:23 p.m.
Burke said Tuesday night he expected Liles to be ready to play after the break. Been out a month with a concussion.
The Leafs re-signing Liles is a clear indication that they believe he plays soon. Expect him to help Dion Phaneuf on the top PP unit and help move the puck up the ice.
Jan. 25, 2012, 12:27 p.m.
