"As the Toronto Maple Leafs approach the midpoint of the season, their recent play and a three-game points streak have offered legitimate reasons for optimism. Improvements on the power play, continued steady goaltending, and increased production from key players have begun to surface over the past few games, hinting at a team finding its rhythm and building momentum toward a stronger second half."
"The Maple Leafs' penalty killing has been a consistent strength. It's currently fifth-best in the league (83.7%). The power play, on the other hand, has struggled all year until hitting rock bottom in the rankings. Assistant coach Marc Savard paid the price for its shortcomings. The Leafs promoted Steve Sullivan from the Toronto Marlies, and the results have been instantaneous."
The Maple Leafs entered the midpoint of the season having underachieved in their first 35 games and sitting near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, leaving multiple teams to catch. Recent results include wins over Pittsburgh and Ottawa and an overtime loss to Detroit, producing a three-game points streak and signs of momentum. Special teams have improved: penalty killing sits fifth in the NHL at 83.7%, while the power play surged after promoting Steve Sullivan, scoring three goals on four opportunities early. Key players including Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Matthew Knies, and John Tavares have increased production, and goaltending has remained steady.
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