Lomberg (94) bodychecks Toronto/Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports reported that the Toronto Maple Leafs nearly lost a four-goal lead in their match against the Florida Panthers, but managed to hold on and secure a crucial victory. Despite missing key players due to injury, the Leafs showcased their resilience and depth to come out on top. The win against a top team like the Panthers highlights the Leafs’ potential in the upcoming playoffs, where they may face off against Florida once again.
The rookie line was replaced by Ryan Reaves in the third period by the coach, who had previously talked about putting them in tough situations. It’s unclear why they were benched, but it likely served as a lesson for them. Matthews has now scored 62 goals, while Nylander remains at 95 points without a point in the game. It’s surprising that Nylander might reach 100 points before Marner does, despite Marner’s struggles in that area. The win brings the Leafs within four points of Florida, with a game in hand, and they are also six points behind Boston for the Atlantic Division Title, having played one less game than them.
