If there is a silver lining, it’s that the Leafs didn’t pick up any key injuries we’re aware of while Tampa Bay faces the prospect of a Game 2 without (possibly) Victor Hedman and Erik Cernák on a blue line that already faced significant question marks entering this series.
As tough as it might be for Leafs fans to stomach, it’s time to digest the turning points and notable performances from last night’s 7-3 loss before we look ahead to the key storylines for Game 2.
Turning Points
The first turning point came early in Game 1.