The Toronto Maple Leafs wrap up a high-stakes night at Scotiabank Arena as they face the Vegas Golden Knights in a game loaded with pressure, playoff implications, and the emotional return of Mitch Marner to Toronto. With the standings tightening and the Olympic break approaching, every point matters — and this matchup had the potential to shape how the Leafs approach the next stretch of the season.
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37 Comments
Steve on the call was a great one
The reason why Stolarz didn't get any games in with the Marlies was bc some goalies don't like getting games in the minors bc they will say it messes with their timing. The level a play is very different. Some goalies don't care but some do. I'm guessing that's why he didn't play. Also, they kind of used him as a scape goat. If they lost just blame the goalie. He hasn't played in awhile.
Steve call was awesome 😂
You haven't watched Minten play this yr have you this kid is gonna be the bruins 3c for the next 10yrs plus a 1st round pick for carlo dude thats a freaking steal for Boston
Pill Zak, negativity fuels a fanbase. Why Marner, Schenn, O'Reilly etc etc said no thanks. Ya can't win every game, or every year.
SELL.PLEASE
Macelli 20 minutes and Scotty at 9 minutes. Can someone ask Berube about the logic there????
Historically take a look at Matthew's. When he shows up on time the rest of the team responds. When Matthew's is out the team steps up and responds minus Reilly. When Matthew's is dog shit so is the majority of the team
the ten year run is over, calculate and rebuild
I can’t remember the last time I saw a hit on the forecheck
this club is dead inside. no passion no push back
I don’t see Stolertz making it past the trade deadline, I think he’s mentally checked out from the leafs
How do we do this every year? What's wrong with us?
Idk how you can say dorofeyevs goal wasn't on stolarz. He got beat 2 shots in a row, it hits the post and then he makes it over to the other side of the net and gets beat AGAIN
You cant overplay Woll🤷🏻♂️it hurts his feelings, this team are nothing but snowflakes…..and this is coming from a pissed off, fed up Leafs “fan”🙄
Tripping on Seider ?? R U kidding me. Any Granny could knock that Cowboy punk on his ass. Don't penalize strength. But nice try ….. new one on the Leaf excuse Rolodex.
Zack … Matthews can't talk every game?? WTF bro – what a wimpy excuse. As the C he needs to speak out before and after an important game.
Does this team actually practice? They constantly look so not interested. Pathetic hockey to watch.
I dont entirely buy the rotation explanation, i dont remember Tavares missing many if any post-game or pre-game interviews.
What is the point of Leafs possibly squeaking into a wildcard?? Depleted assests. Will not advance in playoffs #RETOOL
Only losers cry about penalt calls or non-calls. Man up, girls.
Sell now – take the shit on the chin and re fucking tool – it’s just a consequence of overpaying for a few and not having the rest of the roster even competitive ….. supporting the Leafs is like having a terminal disease you never actually die from 😳
What if the leafs played stolarz to get ready for a trade with NJ👀
Stolly said no condition stint, fine in you go
Captain Purse didn't speak after game. Let the robot do the talking instead
Laughton playing well but bottom 6 forward 2nd-3rd rounder not 1st and prospect. Especially a young, high energy fighting winger like Grebenkin.
the Leafs have two (2) gamers – OEL and 24. That's it. 24 should leave town when he's UFA if he's smart.
Let’s be honest. Since the Stollie post game comments earlier this season the Leafs haven’t played good for him. Maybe same thing would have happened with other 2 goalies but falling in a 2 zip hole was not the start needed. In relation to the LFR today. I agree unload. But problem is ones you need to unload can’t be unloaded. I would rather Stollie started against Avalanche. There was too much emotion tied to this game, at least from fans And VGK to throw him into this game.
VGK putting up a 6 spot again on the Leafs.
Scot …. there's not a lot of people your age. Trust me on that. Good for you buddy!!
Leafs PR should have talked to Marner about how bad he was in front of a mic.
Treliving probably wanted Stolarz in there to showcase him . He is desperate for a trade chip
Please don't trade anymore first round picks ever again !
This team is run by the analytic department
I envy other cities that have NHL teams and wish Toronto would get one and the players would actually care. I know the Leafs stink but at least put in an effort and pretend you are trying. Right now the Leafs are the Washington Generals in the NHL that other teams obviously see as an easy two points.
How Berube won a Stanley Cup, I have no clue and Treliving? Nowhere to be found.
Wow, the copium is strong on here. Laughton trade for Grebenkin WOULD have been fine but you’re overlooking the FIRST they also sent. FLA paid less for Marchand.