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Anthony Stolarz fuels Maple Leafs’ goalie controversy in win over Canucks

Anthony Stolarz allowed just two goals on 28 shots, Auston Matthews and Wiliam Nylander both scored as Maple Leafs finish 2-2-0 on their road trip.

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 10:57 AM
Anthony Stolarz fuels Maple Leafs’ goalie controversy in win over Canucks
Key Things to Know
  • Marc Sautter argues Anthony Stolarz fueled Toronto's goaltending controversy by stopping 26 of 28 shots against Vancouver.
  • The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Vancouver Canucks 4-2 to conclude their four-game road trip.
  • Auston Matthews extended his season-opening road point streak to eight games with his 11th goal.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Anthony Stolarz made 26 saves on 28 shots and added an assist to lead the Toronto Maple Leafs to a 4-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday. The win moved Toronto to 8-6-2 on the season and wrapped up their four-game road trip at 2-2-0. Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Zack MacEwen, and Teddy Blueger all scored for the Maple Leafs in the contest.

Marc Sautter argues that Stolarz's strong performance fuels the ongoing debate surrounding Toronto's goaltending rotation. Stolarz earned his fifth win in six starts this season, improving his goals-against average to 2.66 and save percentage to .910. Matthews also extended his road point streak to eight consecutive games, while head coach Jim Hiller noted the team still needs more consistent performances.

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