The Toronto Maple Leafs achieved a hard-fought 5-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, with Matthew Knies leading the charge with two goals and an assist. Alongside Knies, Auston Matthews and William Nylander also contributed to the scoreline. Joseph Woll showcased his skills in goal, making 27 saves, and Mitch Marner added an empty-net goal paired with two assists.

For Tampa, Nick Paul was a standout performer, netting two goals, while Darren Raddysh contributed a goal and an assist. Despite a solid effort from Jonas Johansson, who stopped 23 shots, the Lightning fell short.