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Maple Leafs vs Bruins Game 6 starting lineups and other notes

Although Game 4 felt like a must-win game for the Toronto Maple Leafs, down 2-1 in the series at the time on home ice, Game 5 was most definitely a must-win game after being on the brink of elimination entering TD Garden down 3-1 in the series, with their backs against the wall.

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Sheldon Keefe on the Maple Leafs’ 1-for-17 power play in the series vs. Boston: “At some point, the guys have to put it over the line… We’re near the top of the league in expected goals and scoring chances”

Ahead of Game 6, Sheldon Keefe discussed Auston Matthews’ absence for a do-or-die game, the keys to improving the results on home ice, and the 1-for-17 power play through the first five games of the series.

Easton Cowan News / TheLeafsnation / 1 hour ago

Maple Leafs prospect Easton Cowan is the OHL MVP

The Leafs may not have a lot of prospects but the ones they have sure seem to be doing well. Easton Cowan’s London Knights are having one hell of a playoff run even by London Knights standards and now he has a little icing on his cake as the OHL has recognized Cowan as the league’s top player this season.

Matthew Knies News / The Hockey Writers / 56 minutes ago

Matthew Knies in Maple Leafs’ Exclusive Under-22 Playoff Goal Scorers Club

The significance behind Matthew Knies’ Game 5 overtime winner wasn’t lost on anyone on Tuesday night. For one game, at least, it saved the Toronto Maple Leafs’ season, helping them outlast the Boston Bruins and survive an elimination game on the road.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Last Word On Sports / 46 minutes ago

Toronto Maple Leafs Rocket Richard Winner Updated Status For Game 6

After Matthew Knies extended the series with an overtime winner in Game 5 on Tuesday night, the Toronto Maple Leafs hoped to gain their superstar forward Auston Matthews back for the remainder of the series.

Auston Matthews News / NHL Trade Talk / 1 hour ago

Is Half an Auston Matthews Better than None at All?

The Toronto Maple Leafs Auston Matthews’ is unavailable for Game 6, making it now two elimination games the team’s best player will have missed. According to reports, Matthews is not expected to play again due to illness (some believe it’s more than that).

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / 3 minutes ago

Maple Leafs vs. Bruins Game 6: Ghosts of Postseason Past

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Boston Bruins will face off in Game 6 tonight at Toronto’s Scotiabank Arena as ghosts of postseasons past whoosh heavily through the air.

NHL News / Old Prof Hockey / 0 minutes ago

Two Ways Maple Leafs vs. Bruins Game 6 Could Go Tonight

As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for Game 6 against the Boston Bruins, the word is now that Auston Matthews will probably not play. Now the Maple Leafs find themselves at a critical juncture, down three games to two in the series, but buoyed by a thrilling overtime victory in Game 5.

Auston Matthews News / The Hockey Writers / 37 minutes ago

Matthews Out For Game 6, More Than Illness Going On Here

As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for a crucial Game 6 against the Boston Bruins on Thursday night, the status of star forward Auston Matthews is now clear.

NHL News / Field Level Media / 47 minutes ago

Leafs star Auston Matthews ruled out for Game 6 vs. Bruins

The Toronto Maple Leafs are without star forward Auston Matthews for the second consecutive game when the Boston Bruins on Thursday for Game 6 of the Eastern Conference first-round series.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / 49 minutes ago

Matthews won’t play, Woll projected to start, loading up the Black Aces: Leafs Practice Notes

Auston Matthews will be missing a second straight must-win game, Sheldon Keefe confirmed Thursday morning. Matthews took some time skating with the main group before practice began.

Auston Matthews News / TheLeafsnation / 24 minutes ago

Auston Matthews ruled out for Game 6

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews has been ruled out of Game 6 against the Boston Bruins, head coach Sheldon Keefe confirmed to reporters Thursday morning.

Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / 2 minutes ago

NHL bets: Two SOG props for Bruins vs. Maple Leafs

This Boston-Toronto series hasn't been our favorite for props, but when it's the only game on the calendar, you dig deep into some trends to see what comes up.

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