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Maple Leafs Force Game 7 With 2-0 Win Over Panthers

Auston Matthews ends scoring drought as Joseph Woll records first playoff shutout to keep Toronto's season alive.

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Overview

  • Toronto's Auston Matthews scored his first goal of the series early in the third period, breaking a 0-0 tie and securing a crucial lead.
  • Goaltender Joseph Woll made 22 saves to achieve his first career playoff shutout, stepping up in the absence of injured starter Anthony Stolarz.
  • Max Pacioretty added an insurance goal late in the third period, helping Toronto seal the Game 6 victory in Sunrise, Florida.
  • The Florida Panthers, aiming for a third consecutive Eastern Conference Final appearance, failed to capitalize on four power plays during the game.
  • Game 7 is set for Sunday night in Toronto, with the Maple Leafs seeking to end a 21-year conference-final drought and break a six-game Game 7 losing streak.