The Toronto Maple Leafs successfully clinched their playoff series against the Ottawa Senators in six games, overcoming earlier criticism and adversity. The Leafs tightened their defense and saw crucial performances from star players and role players alike. Notably, Anthony Stolarz proved vital in goal, while Scott Laughton made a significant defensive play and Max Pacioretty scored the game-winning goal. Throughout the series, the Maple Leafs improved their gameplay and maintained a stronger pace, contrasting their earlier tight performance in Game 5, ultimately leading to the Senators' season concluding.
The Senators battled back in this series, and the Maple Leafs faced some adversity, but after all the criticism and demon talk, the Leafs took care of business and finished Ottawa in six games.
Toronto's defense tightened up. Their big guns scored big goals in a series-clinching game. Their role players provided huge moments, like a massive block by Scott Laughton.
Anthony Stolarz stood tall at some critical moments. Chris Tanev - and really, most of their defensemen - were really good.
Ultimately, I liked the Leafs' pace a lot better in this start. They didn't appear nearly as nervous, and their feet were moving.
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