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William Nylander, Matthew Knies weren’t fazed by Panthers’ pedigree, antics in Game 1 victory

William Nylander possesses an unmistakable aura, and his natural confidence often lends itself well to a Toronto Maple Leafs team that has been accused of overthinking in the past.

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Maple Leafs Blast Panthers for Elbowing Goalie

The Toronto Maple Leafs barely hung on to secure a victory over the Florida Panthers in Game 1 of the second round. While the Maple Leafs found a way to win, they were forced to take starting goalie Anthony Stolarz out of the game following a questionable hit to the head.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 6

Rielly, Tanev praise Woll after stepping in for injured Stolarz in Game 1 win vs. Panthers

Only one game in, round two is already delivering the good, the bad, and the ugly for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Toronto held off three comeback attempts from the Florida Panthers, winning 5-4 in Game 1.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / May 6

Maple Leafs Goalie’s Symptoms Prompt Urgent Warning From Concussion Expert

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz left Game 1 of the second-round series against the Florida Panthers after taking an elbow to the head from Sam Bennett. The hit occurred just past the seven-minute mark of the second period, when Bennett clipped Stolarz in the crease with his arm.

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It seems the NHL is in a good place. Ratings are up, talent levels are high, and the league added two teams to get up to 32 in the not-too-distant past.

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P.K. Subban News / Athlon Sports / May 6

P.K. Subban Praises Maple Leafs Forward Before Naming New 'Core Five' Member

William Nylander opened the Eastern Conference Second Round with a statement performance, scoring the first two goals of the game and assisting another one in the first period of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 5-4 win over the Florida Panthers. Nylander's efforts didn’t go unnoticed by former NHL defenseman and current ESPN analyst P.K.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Daily Faceoff / May 6

The Leafs’ statement win in Game 1 comes at a cost

The Toronto Maple Leafs passed a crucial test Monday night. Barely. And a completely different one looms now. From the 33-second mark, when William Nylander

Craig Berube News / Athlon Sports / May 6

Craig Berube Rips NHL Officials After Maple Leafs Star Suffers Brutal Injury

Though the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Florida Panthers 5-4 in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series, the disappointment could be heard in head coach Craig Berube’s voice.

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Anthony Stolarz News / TheLeafsnation / May 5

Report: Anthony Stolarz leaves arena on stretcher following injury in Game 1

The Toronto Maple Leafs emerged victorious in Game 1 after defeating the Florida Panthers 5-4 on home ice, but it didn’t come without a potentially big blow to the Leafs’ roster.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / May 5

Leafs’ Stolarz Leaves Arena on Stretcher After Game 1 Hit to Head

Toronto Maple Leafs’ goaltender Anthony Stolarz was taken out of Scotiabank Arena on a stretcher during the third period of Game 1 between the Leafs and Florida Panthers, per sources.

Anthony Stolarz News / The Hockey Writers / May 5

Maple Leafs Lose Stolarz, Hang On for Game 1 Win Over Panthers

It was a heavy-hitting affair, as was expected, in Game 1 of the second-round series between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers in Toronto. While the physical play would come into affect during the second period of play, it was the goal scoring early on that set the tone for the Maple Leafs.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 5

Maple Leafs start series strong with win over Panthers

William Nylander had two goals and an assist, and the Toronto Maple Leafs held on for a 5-4 win against the visiting Florida Panthers in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series on Monday.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 5

Watch: Missed tripping call aids Maple Leafs in Game 1 win

The Toronto Maple Leafs survived a furious third-period rally by the Florida Panthers in their 5-4 Game 1 Eastern Conference second-round win with an assist from the officials.

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Watch: Maple Leafs strike back 19 seconds after Panthers goal for 3-1 lead

Just as the Florida Panthers got back into Game 1 of their East second-round series, the Toronto Maple Leafs put them back in a two-goal deficit. The Panthers trailed 2-0 when defenseman Seth Jones scored his second goal of the Stanley Cup playoffs on a power play with three minutes and three seconds remaining in the first period.

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Matthew Knies News / The Hockey Writers / May 5

Matthew Knies’ Maturity Could Shift the Maple Leafs-Panthers Series

One perhaps-overlooked backstory heading into the Toronto Maple Leafs’ second-round clash with the Florida Panthers is how personal this series may feel for a few key players, on both sides.

NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / May 5

Can Maple Leafs’ Top Line Set the Tone vs. Panthers

As the Toronto Maple Leafs open their second-round series against the Florida Panthers, their top line of Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, and Matthew Knies could be the possible turning point.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / May 5

Scenes from Leafs’ morning skate: Matthews, Marner, Domi get early work in, Stolarz projected to start

Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner and Max Domi took part in shooting and puck drills before the Toronto Maple Leafs began their optional morning skate ahead of Monday’s game against the Florida Panthers.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 5

Maple Leafs Counting on Top Six to Beat the Panthers

The Toronto Maple Leafs open their second-round playoff series tonight on home ice against the Florida Panthers. While the two teams are alike in many ways, the series could become a clash of contrasting styles: elite skill versus punishing grit and high-octane power play versus shutdown penalty kill.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / May 5

Toronto Maple Leafs’ Line Combinations vs. Panthers: Rd 2, Gm 1

The Toronto Maple Leafs have beaten the Ottawa Senators in the first modern Battle of Ontario playoff series. The Maple Leafs were able to hang onto a 3–2 lead, adding an empty-netter for insurance in Game six last Thursday.

Mitch Marner News / Blade of Steel / May 4

Maple Leafs Urged to Move Nylander to Lock Down Key Forward Longterm

Mitch Marner's contract is up this summer, and while many see him leaving, some have urged for the team to keep him by trading another top superstar. After escaping the Ottawa Senators in round one, the Toronto Maple Leafs are facing off with the Florida Panthers for a place in the Eastern Conference Finals, but some have their eyes on the summer.

Mitch Marner News / House of Hockey / May 4

Mitch Marner Briefly Steps Away From the Maple Leafs Due to Incredible Family News

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitch Marner had some life-changing news hit him, as his wife has given birth to a new baby boy, forcing Marner to leave the team.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / 6IX ON ICE / May 4

Toronto Maple Leafs’ playoff journey: Overcoming adversity

So the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Ottawa Senators. Good. This piece will serve as a bit of a retrospective on the series that had a lot of highs, some very low lows, but ultimately a successful end result. This series was complicated for me, and I’m not sure how to feel.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1

Unlikely hero helps the Maple Leafs eliminate the Senators

The Toronto Maple Leafs are onto the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs after defeating the Ottawa Senators, 4-2, in Game 6 on Thursday night to clinch their first-round series.

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