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Maple Leafs Secure 2-0 Series Lead Over Senators With OT Thriller

Max Domi's overtime goal and Toronto's defensive resilience propel the team as the series shifts to Ottawa for Games 3 and 4.

Overview

  • Max Domi scored his first career playoff goal in overtime to give the Toronto Maple Leafs a 3-2 Game 2 victory over the Ottawa Senators.
  • Toronto leads the series 2-0, marking the first time since 2002 the team has achieved this in a playoff series starting at home.
  • The Leafs' power play continues to be a decisive factor, converting 57.1% of opportunities (4-for-7) across the first two games.
  • Toronto showcased defensive commitment in Game 2, blocking 32 shots compared to Ottawa's six, with key contributions from star players.
  • Despite the deficit, Ottawa remains optimistic as the series moves to their home ice, with captain Brady Tkachuk emphasizing the team's resilience.