Even though it was a one-goal game with an empty netter and Tampa Bay made a really strong push to tie it, the Leafs led nearly from wire-to-wire in this one. It always felt relatively comfortable, even when Tampa was controlling play. Joseph Woll was excellent in the net, and the Leafs really seem to have the Lightning’s number ever since beating them in the 2023 playoffs.
Your game in 10:
1. In the morning media availability, Jon Cooper referenced the Leafs beating Tampa twice already this season, implying this was a measuring stick game.