The Maple Leafs did everything but win against the Bruins in the first round of the playoffs. After a remarkable comeback, they watched the Bruins score the decisive goal.
Trailing 3-1 in the first-round series against their rivals, the Maple Leafs took matters into their own hands with two consecutive victories to force a decisive game.
After a good game and a commendable effort, the Leafs find themselves once again on vacation after the first round following David Pastrnak's superb goal.
Another heavy defeat for Leafs fans and for Toronto. Coach Sheldon Keefe even mentioned something strange and surprising in the post-match press conference.
"When teams play the Leafs, they set up the game for the Leafs to beat themselves." - Sheldon Keefe
What does he mean? Could it be that internal discord within the Leafs eventually destroys and sinks the team?
Sheldon Keefe might very well find himself clearing out his desk in the near future. We'll see if he retains his job following the Maple Leafs' end-of-season evaluation.
