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Maple Leafs Snap Avalanche’s Unbeaten Streak with 2-1 Victory

Joseph Woll’s 38 saves and Steven Lorentz’s short-handed winner propel Toronto past Colorado in a pivotal playoff race matchup.

Mar 19, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz (18) scores the winning goal over a sprawled Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (8) during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
Mar 19, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) defends the net against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
Colorado Avalanche goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood (39) makes a save on Toronto Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies (23) while Colorado Avalanche's Erik Johnson (6) looks on during second period NHL hockey action in Toronto on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov
Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (60) makes a save against Colorado Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon (29) while Maple Leafs' Oliver Ekman-Larsson (95) defends, during third period NHL hockey, in Toronto on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov

Overview

  • Joseph Woll delivered a stellar performance with 38 saves, anchoring the Maple Leafs’ defense in the victory.
  • Steven Lorentz scored a short-handed goal early in the third period, securing the game-winning tally for Toronto.
  • Auston Matthews added his fourth goal in three games, continuing his strong scoring form.
  • The loss ended the Avalanche’s 8-0-1 unbeaten streak, marking their first regulation defeat since February 23.
  • Key individual milestones are within reach, with Cale Makar one point away from an 80-point season and William Nylander nearing 600 career points.