The Toronto Maple Leafs secured a vital 3-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks, concluding their West Coast road trip on a high note. With the Florida Panthers losing earlier in the day, this win allowed the Leafs to extend their lead in the Atlantic Division. The game started with a controversial disallowed goal for Matthew Knies due to a high stick call. Max Domi opened the scoring for Toronto just before the end of the first period, followed by Mitch Marner extending the lead to 2-0. However, Leo Carlsson of the Ducks responded, narrowing the gap to 2-1. The Ducks scored again early in the third, leveling the game. Yet, Steven Lorentz's goal late in the third sealed the win for the Leafs, allowing them to finish the road trip with five out of a possible six points.