Maple Leafs stumble to another divisional defeat, falling 4-2 to Montreal
Defenceman Morgan Rielly left because of an apparent foot injury.
The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-2 on Saturday, fueled by two first-period goals from Alex Newhook. Montreal's scoring also included a breakaway goal by Chris Kreider. The Canadiens, who have won seven of their last eight games, received 26 saves from goaltender Jacob Fowler.
Toronto's goals were scored by William Nylander and Gavin McKenna. Nylander converted a power play one-timer in the third period, and McKenna scored 55 seconds later. Zachary Bolduc added a power play goal for Montreal to finalize the score.
According to CityNews, the Maple Leafs have now lost two straight games and four of their last five in regulation. The Toronto Sun noted that the team's recent puck management and inability to win divisional games at home make it difficult to discuss them moving up the NHL standings.
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