Game 7 of the Eastern Conference playoffs between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Florida Panthers is set to be a historic event, especially with the Leafs looking to break their long-standing playoff curse. The team’s core, featuring Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, and William Nylander, has struggled in Game 7s in recent years, failing to secure a victory despite talent and high stakes. Fans are hopeful, buoyed by the electricity of the home crowd at Scotiabank Arena.

This season, the Leafs have shown resilience and determination, overcoming a daunting 3-2 series deficit against the defending champions. The pivotal Game 6 victory—a shutout by goaltender Joseph Woll—has sparked optimism among fans. Notably, Woll's performance in elimination games has been historic, contributing to the team's current momentum.