"It has taken a lot of different things to stay on the run. We've really worked hard at playing well defensively. The goaltending has been strong for us. There have been times when the power play has won us games. There have been games where the penalty killing has been extremely strong. We have had a lot of things go the right way in different games that have allowed us to win,"
"I watched that game on TV. I remember that Ian Turnbull had a big night. Darryl had a big night. I hate to say this, but I was a Leafs fan growing up. That is why I was watching the game. It was one of the greatest hockey games, going back to way back when. He was one of my favourite players."
Maple Leafs host the Buffalo Sabres in a pivotal regular-season game at Scotiabank Arena as standings tighten late in the season. Sabres have won 18 of their last 21 games, built on stronger defensive play, reliable goaltending, timely power-play goals, and an effective penalty kill. Wins have come from both young scorers and veteran contributors. The 50th anniversary of Darryl Sittler's 10-point game is being remembered, with references to Ian Turnbull, Norm Ullman, Ron Ellis, and other former players. The matchup carries heightened importance as teams compete for points down the stretch.
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