Matthews scores OT winner, McKenna gets his first NHL goal, as Maple Leafs beat Predators 5-4
TORONTO (AP) — Auston Matthews scored with 14 seconds left in overtime and had three assists in regulation and the Toronto Maple Leafs erased a three-goal deficit in a 5-4 win over the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night. 1 overall pick Gavin McKenna — with his first as a professional — John Tavares and Jack Roslovic had the other goals for Toronto, which got 21 saves from Anthony Stolarz.
In a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Nashville Predators, the Toronto Maple Leafs erased a three-goal deficit to secure a hard-fought win on Tuesday night. Auston Matthews, known for his clutch performances, scored the game-winning goal with just 14 seconds left in overtime and also contributed three assists in regulation. William Nylander, the team's top pick, contributed two assists in regulation, while John Tavares and Jack Roslovic added the other two goals for Toronto.
The Maple Leafs' defense shone through, as goaltender Anthony Stolarz made a remarkable 21 saves to secure the win. Nashville's Steven Stamkos, who currently ranks 17th in NHL history in career goals, scored twice, moving into the top 20. Nils Hoglander and Filip Forsberg also scored twice for Nashville, helping them secure a 17th-place ranking in NHL history. Forsberg provided two assists for his team. Juuse Saros made 33 stops in net for the Predators.
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