Auston Matthews has led a remarkable season for the Toronto Maple Leafs, securing his 400th career goal while helping the team capture its first Atlantic Division title. The Maple Leafs (51-26-4) celebrated a franchise-record 25th road win after a decisive 4-0 victory against the Buffalo Sabres. Matthews expressed confidence in the team's preparation for the playoffs, acknowledging the weight of past postseason failures but emphasizing their current form and mindset under new coach Craig Berube.

The Leafs are set to face the Ottawa Senators in a first-round matchup, reigniting the “Battle of Ontario.” Their recent performance has been strong, with an impressive 12-2-1 run. Notable achievements include Mitch Marner reaching his 100th point for the season and goalie Anthony Stolarz extending his winning streak to eight games. The team’s improved defensive play and goaltending are crucial as they look to push beyond the first round in the playoffs.