The Leafs’ first period was emblematic of their struggles, with shot counts at 15-1, highlighting issues in puck battles, speed, and overall performance despite a 0-0 score.
The late first-period power play seemed like a turning point for the Leafs, but turnovers quickly extinguished any momentum, leaving them outshot 2-0 even while on the advantage.
Since Matthews' injury, the Leafs have fallen below 46% in key metrics like expected goals and shot attempts, marking a concerning downward trend in their five-on-five play.
Two key issues plague the Leafs: slow puck movement from their zone that stunts their play, and an alarming lack of proper puck support during breakouts.
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