Toronto Maple Leafs vs Tampa Bay Lightning Game 64 Preview: Lineups, Goaltenders, & Best Bets

Troy Stecher plays the hero as the Toronto Maple Leafs defeat the New York Rangers 5-4 in a thrilling finish at Scotiabank Arena! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's third consecutive victory, Stecher's last-minute game-winner, and a massive performance from the Maple Leafs' fourth line.

The Toronto Maple Leafs make it back-to-back wins for the first time this season, dominating the Columbus Blue Jackets 6-2 at Nationwide Arena! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's offensive explosion, Kirill Marchenko's emotional return to Columbus, and a statement performance from the Maple Leafs in the second half of a back-to-back.

Gavin McKenna delivers when the Toronto Maple Leafs need him most! The rookie scores his first career NHL game-winning goal as the Leafs defeat the San Jose Sharks 3-1, snapping their three-game losing streak at Scotiabank Arena! Zack Phillips is joined by Off the Roster host Dan Riccio for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's much-needed victory and the biggest storylines from Game 10 of the 2026-27 NHL season.

The Toronto Maple Leafs drop their third straight game, falling 4-1 to the New York Islanders in another frustrating performance at Scotiabank Arena! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down Toronto's offensive struggles, continued defensive concerns, and the mounting pressure on Jim Hiller as the Maple Leafs fall to 3-4-2 through their first nine games of the 2026-27 NHL season. Despite outshooting the Islanders 29-20, Toronto struggled to generate consistent offence against Ilya Sorokin, who turned aside 28 shots. Anthony Duclair opened the scoring, Bo Horvat doubled New York's lead late in the second period, and Simon Holmstrom scored twice in the third to seal the victory. Colton Sissons provided the Maple Leafs' lone goal, with Easton Cowan and Troy Stecher picking up assists, while Toronto's power play finished 0-for-3. One of the biggest storylines remains Gavin McKenna and his relationship with head coach Jim Hiller following Thursday's controversial benching against Buffalo. After the two addressed the situation publicly ahead of tonight's game, how did McKenna respond against the Islanders? Zack examines his performance, his opportunity on the top power-play unit, and the ongoing debate surrounding his development and usage. Plus, Zack breaks down Auston Matthews and William Nylander's performances, Sergei Bobrovsky allowing three goals on 19 shots, and Toronto's struggles generating offence without John Tavares. With Tavares and Chris Tanev both sidelined week-to-week, can the Maple Leafs find answers before their early-season struggles become an even bigger problem? We'll also discuss Hiller's handling of the lineup, the performances of Toronto's young players, the reaction surrounding the team, and what needs to change as the Leafs look to snap their losing streak. Get involved in the live chat with your reactions, questions and biggest takeaways from Leafs vs. Islanders! Presented by bet365. Must be 19+. Please play responsibly. Join us for some good ol' fashioned Leafs talk.

The Toronto Maple Leafs blow a two-goal third-period lead and fall 5-4 in overtime to the Buffalo Sabres, wasting a spectacular hat trick from Kirill Marchenko! Zack Phillips is live for another edition of Leafs Nation After Dark to break down a frustrating night at Scotiabank Arena and another game that raises serious questions about Toronto's ability to protect a lead.