Mention 1967 around Toronto’s older sports populace and few would associate the date with Canada’s centennial or the Beatles-inspired Summer of Love.

What made those four series between 1999 and 2004 so special? And why are they fuel for many fans heading into the 2025 playoffs?

The 1948-49 Maple Leafs had plenty in their drive for an unprecedented third consecutive title. They lost three key players: ...