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Why the Maple Leafs clear choice in net should be Anthony Stolarz

Sergei Bobrovsky's mediocrity was an issue in loss to Seattle and it's time for the Maple Leafs to turn to Anthony Stolarz.

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 7:47 PM
Why the Maple Leafs clear choice in net should be Anthony Stolarz
Key Things to Know
  • The Toronto Sun argues Anthony Stolarz should be the Maple Leafs' starting goaltender ahead of Sergei Bobrovsky.
  • Bobrovsky surrendered a late winning goal in Toronto's 5-4 defeat against the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday.
  • Nine of Bobrovsky's 10 starts have included at least three goals allowed, totaling 33 goals against.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Toronto Sun argues that the Toronto Maple Leafs must make Anthony Stolarz their primary starting goaltender over veteran Sergei Bobrovsky. Bobrovsky struggled during a 5-4 defeat against the Seattle Kraken, allowing a late game-winning goal to Brandon Montour after also suffering a tough outing versus the Calgary Flames. Through Wednesday, Bobrovsky had allowed 33 goals across 10 starts, conceding at least three goals in nine of those appearances.

While Toronto's defensive play has yielded significant high-danger chances, Stolarz has delivered stronger results with a 4-1-0 record and a .907 save percentage. The writer notes that Stolarz significantly outpaces Bobrovsky in high-danger save percentage, making him the stronger option as the Maple Leafs prepare for their road trip finale against the Vancouver Canucks.

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