Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand ended his goal drought and added an assist in a 4-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, tying the series at 2-1. Jeremy Swayman made 28 saves for the Bruins, while Auston Matthews and Charlie McAvoy led all skaters with eight hits each. James van Riemsdyk had an assist for the Maple Leafs.
Boston’s efforts to contain Auston Matthews and Toronto’s high-powered offense have been hindered by an injury to defenseman Andrew Peeke, who is considered “week-to-week.” Peeke’s absence creates a void in the Bruins’ defensive lineup, prompting the recall of Mason Lohrei from Providence. The Bruins will have to delve deeper into their depth chart to compensate for Peeke’s injury, considering options such as Parker Wotherspoon or Derek Forbort. Meanwhile, Matthews remains a formidable force for the Maple Leafs, leading the team in ice time and contributing significantly to their offensive output. The Bruins face the challenge of managing Matthews’ impact and improving their own forechecking to create more offensive opportunities.
Toronto Maple Leafs’ star forward Auston Matthews, the 2021-22 Hart Trophy recipient, played a key role in securing a road split against the Boston Bruins in the first two games of their Eastern Conference first-round series. Matthews scored the go-ahead goal in the third period of Game 2, adding two assists, eight shots, six hits, and winning 69.6% of his faceoffs. His standout performance helped Toronto snap an eight-game losing streak to the Bruins. The Maple Leafs will now look to build on this momentum in Game 3, which shifts to Toronto on Wednesday.
In a tight-fought Game 2 at TD Garden, the Toronto Maple Leafs relied on their star power to secure a 3-2 victory over the Boston Bruins. David Pastrnak’s opening goal was quickly countered by John Tavares, while Auston Matthews delivered the game-winning tally in the third period. Matthews’ all-around performance, which included two assists, seven won faceoffs, and eight shots on net, proved crucial for the Leafs. Despite being outshot 58-27 at 5-on-5, the Leafs’ ability to capitalize on mistakes and control the game’s tempo ultimately made the difference.
The Boston Bruins suffered a 3-2 defeat against the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series, leaving them facing elimination in the best-of-seven matchup. The Bruins were unable to match the Maple Leafs’ intensity and execution, particularly in the faceoff circle and around the net. The team will need to improve its puck possession, speed, and physicality to avoid a disappointing end to their season. The Bruins will host the Maple Leafs for Game 5 on Tuesday night at TD Garden, where they will need to find a way to generate more scoring chances and prevent the Maple Leafs from taking advantage of their power play opportunities.
Auston Matthews broke his playoff goal drought with a timely strike in Game 2 against the Bruins, leading the Maple Leafs to a 3-2 win. The goal marked his first in this year’s postseason and tied the series at one game apiece. Despite leading the league in goals during the regular season, Matthews had gone six consecutive playoff games without scoring. His performance in Game 2, where he also assisted on two other goals, highlights the importance of his contributions if the Leafs hope to avoid another early playoff exit.
Auston Matthews’ third-period breakaway goal snapped a tie and lifted the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 3-2 victory over the Boston Bruins on Monday night, knotting the first-round playoff series at one game apiece. The win ended an eight-game losing streak for Toronto against Boston and kept their playoff aspirations alive.
Auston Matthews’ breakaway goal in the third period gave the Toronto Maple Leafs a 3-2 victory over the Boston Bruins in Game 2 of their first-round playoff series on Monday. The win evens the series at 1-1. Matthews’ goal came with eight minutes remaining in the game, breaking a 2-2 tie. Ilya Samsonov made 27 saves for Toronto, while Linus Ullmark stopped 30 shots for Boston. Max Domi and John Tavares also scored for the Maple Leafs, while Morgan Geekie and David Pastrnak scored for the Bruins.
Auston Matthews’ third-period breakaway goal lifted the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 3-2 win over the Boston Bruins in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series on Monday. Matthews also had an assist for a three-point night, while Max Domi and John Tavares also scored for the Leafs. Ilya Samsonov made 27 saves in net for Toronto, which now returns home with the series tied 1-1. Morgan Geekie and David Pastrnak scored for the Bruins, who led 2-1 after one period but were unable to take advantage of a late power play in the third.
Auston Matthews scored the game-winning goal with eight minutes left in the third period, as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Monday night. The victory ties the first-round playoff series at one game apiece. Ilya Samsonov made 27 saves for Toronto, while Linus Ullmark stopped 30 shots for Boston. Max Domi and John Tavares also scored for the Maple Leafs, who haven’t beaten the Bruins in a playoff series since 1959. Morgan Geekie and David Pastrnak scored for Boston.
