Mitch Marner scored the decisive goal and Joseph Woll made 25 saves, leading the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 4-3 victory over the Florida Panthers, extending their playoff series lead to 2-0. Marner's goal came shortly after the Panthers equalized in the third period, showcasing the Leafs' resilience. Woll stepped in for the injured Anthony Stolarz and demonstrated poise under pressure, earning praise from head coach Craig Berube. Key contributions also came from Max Pacioretty, Max Domi, and William Nylander, whose offensive efforts helped secure the win.

The Leafs have shown remarkable tenacity in their playoff run, a stark contrast to previous seasons. This victory marks just their second advance to the second round in the salary cap era. The series now shifts to Florida, where the Panthers will look to bounce back after suffering their first playoff series deficit since their run to the finals in 2023. Despite the loss, the Panthers remain optimistic about improving their game ahead of the next matchup.