Auston Matthews stood in a familiar locker room, reflecting on another missed opportunity for the Toronto Maple Leafs to finish off their first-round series against the Ottawa Senators. With a 3-0 series lead trimmed to 3-2 after two consecutive losses, the pressure is mounting on the Leafs, a team haunted by past playoff failures. Head coach Craig Berube emphasizes the importance of remaining poised amidst the chaos of playoff hockey.

Despite the setbacks, both Matthews and Mitch Marner express confidence in their team's ability to rebound. The Leafs, who have historically struggled in series-clinching situations, are eager to end this narrative against a determined Senators squad seeking to become only the fifth team in NHL history to win a series after trailing 3-0. The next game is crucial for Toronto as they aim to silence their critics and regain control of the series.