The Florida Panthers were unable to finish off the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 4 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs second round series, suffering a 2-1 defeat at the FLA Live Arena on May 10, 2022 (Florida Hockey Now). The Panthers missed an opportunity to make some franchise history, as they sought their first-ever playoff sweep (The Hockey News).
Toronto managed to avoid elimination with the victory, largely due to the impressive performance of rookie goaltender Joseph Woll, who stopped 24 of 25 shots on the night (Palm Beach Post). Woll, making his first career playoff start in place of injured starter Ilya Sasmonov, was instrumental in shutting down the Panthers’ offense (The Rink Live).
Mitch Marner and William Nylander scored the crucial goals for the Maple Leafs, ensuring their survival in the playoffs (NBC 6 South Florida). However, the game was not without drama, as it was capped with a massive brawl that showcased the tension between the two teams (Sportskeeda).
Game 5 between the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs will take place on Friday, with the Panthers eager to bounce back and secure their spot in the next round (Miami Herald).
