In a decisive matchup, the Toronto Maple Leafs notched a significant victory over the Buffalo Sabres, clinching their first Atlantic Division title with a dominant 4-0 scoreline. Anthony Stolarz showcased his prowess in goal, stopping 35 shots for his third consecutive shutout, while the Leafs secured the second seed in the Eastern Conference. Key contributions came from Steven Lorentz, who netted the game-winning goal, along with Mitch Marner, who marked a career milestone with his 100th point. Auston Matthews and Nicholas Robertson also added to the scoreline, further cementing the Leafs' season success.

Toronto's victory marked an end to Buffalo's seven-game home winning streak and established a franchise record for road wins in a single season. The matchup highlighted the Leafs' offensive capabilities, particularly in the second period where they tied the league lead for goals scored. The team will carry this momentum into the playoffs, where they will face their provincial rivals, the Ottawa Senators.