‘Chipping away’: Bobrovsky, Maple Leafs looking to find way out of early rut

Sergei Bobrovsky, the Maple Leafs' goaltender, has struggled in his early starts to the 2026-27 season, posting a 1-3-2 record following a 4-1 loss to the New York Islanders on Saturday. Despite allowing three goals, Bobrovsky remains optimistic, stating that he feels good and is patient in his approach. His save percentage stands at .891, with a goals-against average of 3.29.

Teammate Auston Matthews expressed concern that the rest of the squad has not shown enough support for Bobrovsky, who signed a three-year, US$21-million contract in free agency. The Maple Leafs have also faced injuries, with defenceman Chris Tanev and center John Tavares both dealing with upper- and lower-body injuries, respectively.

Captain Colton Sissons emphasized the importance of stepping up and collectively finding a solution, pointing out that playoff runs often require concerted effort from all players. The Maple Leafs will host the San Jose Sharks on Monday and the New York Rangers on Thursday before embarking on a road trip.