The Toronto Maple Leafs are openly pursuing the Atlantic Division title, a shift from the usual cautious rhetoric players adopt under the pressure of their fan base. Following a spirited 4-3 win against the New York Rangers, players, including Jake McCabe and Anthony Stolarz, emphasized the importance of securing home-ice advantage for the playoffs. The dynamics of last season's playoffs highlighted the value of home ice, as home teams won 12 of 15 playoff rounds, and the Leafs aim to leverage this in their final 13 games. Currently tied on points with the Florida Panthers and two ahead of the Tampa Bay Lightning, every game remains crucial as Toronto navigates a challenging schedule.