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Toronto Maple Leafs: Three Takeaways From Centennial Classic Win

ByEduardo Razo|
Jan 1, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) is congratulated by defenseman Jake Gardiner (51) after scoring the game-winning goal in overtime against the Detroit Red Wings during the Centennial Classic ice hockey game at BMO Field. The Maple Leafs beat the Red Wings 5-4 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) is congratulated by defenseman Jake Gardiner (51) after scoring the game-winning goal in overtime against the Detroit Red Wings during the Centennial Classic ice hockey game at BMO Field. The Maple Leafs beat the Red Wings 5-4 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 1, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) is congratulated by teammates after scoring the game-winning goal in overtime against the Detroit Red Wings during the Centennial Classic ice hockey game at BMO Field. The Maple Leafs beat the Red Wings 5-4 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) is congratulated by teammates after scoring the game-winning goal in overtime against the Detroit Red Wings during the Centennial Classic ice hockey game at BMO Field. The Maple Leafs beat the Red Wings 5-4 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Playoffs? Don’t Talk About Playoffs?!

Ah, the P word has become a thought. Riding a five-game winning streak had led to Toronto finding themselves in the thick of a playoff race. Yes, it might be early but still, should make for an interesting second half of the season.

With 41 points, they are three points behind the Boston Bruins for third place in the Atlantic Division. With nearly half the season in the books, the thought of the playoffs does not seem far fetched.

Now, will they make the playoffs?

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Well being in a bad division helps because Ottawa and Boston are not world beaters. Also, Florida and Tampa Bay are facing their own respective troubles. Whether it be dysfunction or injuries Toronto can stave off both teams.

In short, yes they can make the playoffs.

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