The Maple Leafs' recent struggles include a 4-0 defeat at home to the Washington Capitals last night, according to multiple reports, and a 4-3 shootout loss away to the New Jersey Devils, marking their fifth consecutive loss. This came after the team fired general manager Brad Treliving earlier this week, though the specific reasons for his dismissal have not been disclosed. In the loss to the Devils, William Nylander scored a goal, and he also recorded an assist for Toronto's only goal in the game.
Defenseman Oliver Ekman Larsson left that game with a lower-body injury and did not return, with his status remaining unclear. Meanwhile, the San Jose Sharks moved back into a playoff spot with eight games remaining after last night's win, according to major media reports. In that victory, William Eklund scored one goal and one assist for the Sharks, though the specific playoff implications of their win are not detailed.
The Maple Leafs, who have had the longest active streak of most consecutive playoff appearances with nine seasons in a row, according to major media, now sit last in the Atlantic Division, with the number of games remaining in their regular season unspecified.