Ausar obviously means a lot to us. What we were able to do defensively, what he does defensively, the impact he has, obviously you miss. We just had to figure out a way collectively to pick it up.
Despite a strong 9-1-3 run over the past thirteen games, the Toronto Maple Leafs remain on the outside of the Eastern Conference playoff picture, a reflection of just how competitive the Atlantic Division has become. Toronto's surge has brought them to the edge of a playoff spot, currently third in the wild-card race. Yet, the Leafs have been unable to gain much in the standings as several division rivals continue their own hot streaks, leaving the Maple Leafs with little help from the out-of-town scoreboard.