The Toronto Maple Leafs are one of the most storied and iconic franchises in National Hockey League (NHL) history. Founded in 1917, the "Leafs" are an original member of the league and have won 13 Stanley Cup championships, second-most of any NHL team.
The early years were marked by legends like the Stratford brothers Howie and Bun Cook, as well as "Berlin Bear" goaltender John Ross Roach. The most successful era began in the 1940s with five titles between 1942 and 1951. Led by the "Kid Line" trio of Ted Kennedy, Vic Lynn and Gaye Stewart, the Leafs dominated the league.
Further highlights included the 1960s dynasty with icons like Frank Mahovlich, Dave Keon and Johnny Bower, as well as the unforgettable playoff battles with bitter rivals the Montreal Canadiens. After a decades-long drought, the franchise's most recent Stanley Cup triumph came in 1967.