The upcoming Game 7 between the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs promises high stakes, with the winner moving on to the Eastern Conference final. Players from both teams express excitement and a mix of nerves, emphasizing the thrill that accompanies such pivotal games. Aleksander Barkov and Matthew Tkachuk highlight the unique intensity of Game 7s, crediting the pressure as a motivator. Tkachuk notes that successful players in these moments embrace the challenge, while Ekblad reflects on the lifelong dream associated with such matches, pointing out the sheer exhilaration of stepping onto the ice.
"I would say I was more nervous for my first one than the last couple. At that point, you've done all the work to get there, so just go out and play."
"At the end of the day, we grow up dreaming of Game 7s. No bigger than the Game 7 where Sam scored that goal. Yes, we feel the pressure obviously..."
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