Overview

• Toronto converted three of six power-play opportunities, while Ottawa went 0-for-2, highlighting a key difference in Game 1.
• Auston Matthews broke Ridly Greig’s stick in a dramatic moment after Greig’s physical play, including a reduced cross-checking penalty on John Tavares.
• Veteran Oliver Ekman-Larsson opened the scoring early, setting the tone for Toronto’s composed and disciplined performance.
• Goaltender Anthony Stolarz made 31 saves in his playoff debut, outshining Ottawa’s Linus Ullmark, who allowed six goals on 24 shots.
• Multiple late-game fights resulted in 12 penalties, underscoring the physical intensity and rivalry between the teams.