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Back to EpisodesLeafs Struggle Post-Olympics, Playoff Hopes Fading
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The Toronto Maple Leafs are struggling in the Atlantic Division, with a record of 27-23-9 and 63 points. Theyve lost two consecutive games, including a 5-1 defeat to the Florida Panthers and a setback against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Defensive issues and slow starts have been problematic, with the team allowing 3.42 goals per game and a power play below 20%. Captain Auston Matthews emphasizes the need for more desperation and fire, especially in early periods. The wild-card race is brutal, with teams like Detroit, Montreal, Buffalo, and Tampa Bay pulling ahead. The Leafs risk missing the playoffs for the first time since Matthews rookie season, despite their penalty kill being a bright spot.
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