All of a sudden, the Leafs look like a playoff team again, and a thrilling comeback win against the Carolina Hurricanes showcased exactly that. This article will examine Toronto’s roller-coaster season to date before looking forward to the road ahead.
Opening Stretch (Games 1-5):
| Game | Outcome | Opponent | Short Summary |
| 5 | 7-3 Loss | TB | Leafs don’t show up, and get crushed by a good team. |
The Leafs opening stretch of the season will be remembered as a failed opportunity to bank points when they probably should have.