Toronto Maple Leafs: Three Takeaways From Win Over Capitals

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Nov 26, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Nazem Kadri (43) celebrates a goal against Washington Capitals with teammates at the bench in the third period at Air Canada Centre. The Leafs won 4-2. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports /

The Toronto Maple Leafs halted their losing streak at three games following a 4-2 win over the Washington Capitals.

In their one game home stand before they hit the road on their Western Canada swing. The Toronto Maple Leafs had a strong showing against one the better teams in the Eastern Conference. From the opening face-off, the Maple Leafs took control and did not look back.

With the late scratch of William Nylander due to an upper-body injury, the offense did not miss a beat. Matt Martin and Auston Matthews continued their scoring touch helping the Maple Leafs jump to an early 2-0 lead.

Holding another 3-0 lead, the third period happened to be a bit of an adventure. Nonetheless, they were able to fend off Washington to finally hold on to lead late in a game.

Here are the three takeaways from the Maple Leafs win over the Capitals.

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