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TAMPA, FLORIDA - APRIL 24: Alexander Kerfoot #15 of the Toronto Maple Leafs celebrates a goal in overtime to win Game Four of the First Round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena on April 24, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Why the Toronto Maple Leafs Need to Win Game 5

Toronto Maple Leafs: Should Michael Bunting Be Playing in Game 5?

The Toronto Maple Leafs Are Up 3-1 on Tampa – What Now?

Toronto Maple Leafs Should Sit Sam Lafferty for Michael Bunting in Game Five

Apr 18, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ian Cole (28) goes to check Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitchell Marner (16) during the first period of game one of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs Mitch Marner Is a Playoff Powerhouse This Year

Apr 24, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Alexander Kerfoot (15) celebrates after he scored the games winning goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning in overtime of game four of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

The Toronto Maple Leafs Are Rewriting History in Round One

Apr 11, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Pat Maroon (14) and Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Luke Schenn (2) fight during the first period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

What Went Right For the Toronto Maple Leafs In Game 3

SUNRISE, FL - APRIL 10: Matthew Knies #23 of the Toronto Maple Leafs and Aaron Ekblad #5 of the Florida Panthers battle for the loose puck in the second period at the FLA Live Arena on April 10, 2023 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)

Matthew Knies: The Toronto Maple Leafs Power Forward of the Future

TAMPA, FL - DECEMBER 3: Mitchell Marner #16 of the Toronto Maple Leafs celebrates his goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the third period of the game at the Amalie Arena on December 3, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)

Toronto Maple Leafs Find Turning Point in Wild Game 3

Feb 21, 2023; Buffalo, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares (91) celebrates his goal with teammates during the first period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs VS Tampa Bay Lightning Game Three Preview

Apr 20, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Corey Perry (10) is lead off the ice by the linesman against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period in game two of the first round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs Fans Chant “Perry Sucks” in Game 2 Win

Nov 21, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Mitchell Marner (16) and forward Auston Matthews (34) congratulate forward John Tavares (center) on his goal against the New York Islanders during the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs Change the Channel in Game 2

TORONTO, CANADA - APRIL 18: Nicholas Paul #20 of the Tampa Bay Lightning skates for the puck against Calle Jarnkrok #19 of the Toronto Maple Leafs during Game One of the First Round of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena on April 18, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images)

Why the Toronto Maple Leafs Will Bounce Back In Game 2

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 13: General Manager Kyle Dubas of the Toronto Maple Leafs arrives for the game against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on April 13, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Toronto Maple Leafs: Kyle Dubas Rumours Sound Preposterous

Dec 10, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe talks to defenseman Timothy Liljegren (37) during a break in the action against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs: Embarrassing Night for Refs, and Sheldon Keefe

May 14, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Both the Toronto Maple Leafs and Tampa Bay Lightning players shake hands at the end of the third period of game seven of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

What Happens to This Toronto Maple Leafs Team AFTER the Playoffs?

RALEIGH, NC - MARCH 25: Michael Bunting #58 of the Toronto Maple Leafs looks on during the first period of the a game against the Carolina Hurricanes at PNC Arena on March 25, 2023 in Raleigh, North Carolina. Hurricanes defeat Leafs 5-3. (Photo by Jaylynn Nash/Getty Images)

Toronto Maple Leafs: Bunting’s Contract Hinges on Playoff Performance

NASHVILLE, TN - MARCH 26: Alexander Kerfoot #15 of the Toronto Maple Leafs celebrates scoring a goal against the Nashville Predators during the second period at Bridgestone Arena on March 26, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images)

Possible Big Playoff Performers For the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Feb 21, 2023; Buffalo, New York, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares (91) celebrates his goal with teammates during the first period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Tampa Bay Lightning – Why This Year is Different

Apr 11, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA;Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander (88) is congratulated after he scored a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the first period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs Win Season Finale and Prepare for Playoffs

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY - MARCH 07: Calle Jarnkrok #19 of the Toronto Maple Leafs celebrates his goal during the second period against the New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center on March 07, 2023 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Toronto Maple Leafs Wrap Up a Regular Season To Be Proud Of

Apr 11, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Lightning left wing Pat Maroon (14) and Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Luke Schenn (2) fight during the first period at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs Prove They’re Ready for First Round

May 14, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly (44) attempts a shot on Tampa Bay Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy (88) during the third period of game seven of the first round of the 2022 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs Face Playoff Gauntlet in This Year’s Postseason

Mar 21, 2023; Elmont, New York, USA; New York Islanders left wing Pierre Engvall (18) skates across the blue line defended by Toronto Maple Leafs center Zach Aston-Reese (12) during the second period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs: Checking in on the Recently Traded Pierre Engvall

Apr 7, 2022; Boston, MA, USA; Minnesota forward Matthew Knies (89) celebrates his goal as Minnesota State defenseman Benton Maass (11) looks on during the first period of the 2022 Frozen Four college ice hockey national semifinals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs Matthew Knies Set to Make NHL Debut

Nov 19, 2022; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Matt Murray (30) makes a save against the Buffalo Sabres in the second period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports

Will Toronto Maple Leafs Buyout Matt Murray This Summer?

TORONTO, CANADA - APRIL 8: Erik Gustafsson #56 of the Toronto Maple Leafs skates with the puck against the Montreal Canadiens during an NHL game at Scotiabank Arena on April 8, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The Maple Leafs defeated the Canadiens 7-1.(Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images)

Erik Gustafsson Plays 19 Minutes in Return to the Toronto Maple Leafs

Nov 28, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitchell Marner (16) skates with the puck in the first period against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

Toronto Maple Leafs: Future Champs Play Classy Game, Dust Whiners