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4 takeaways from Maple Leafs-Mammoth: Anthony Stolarz’s poor start proves to be insurmountable

Although the Toronto Maple Leafs staged a valiant third-period comeback, it wasn’t enough to defeat the Utah Mammoth, falling 5-4 to conclude a three-game road trip. Auston Matthews and John Tavares were Toronto’s best skaters, each registering a goal and…

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
4 takeaways from Maple Leafs-Mammoth: Anthony Stolarz’s poor start proves to be insurmountable
Key Things to Know
  • Arun Srinivasan argues that goaltender Anthony Stolarz's poor start was insurmountable in Toronto's 5-4 loss to Utah.
  • The Utah Mammoth defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-4 despite a late third-period push.
  • Anthony Stolarz allowed five goals on 28 shots in his first appearance since October 6.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Toronto Maple Leafs concluded their three-game road trip with a 5-4 defeat against the Utah Mammoth. Arun Srinivasan argues that goaltender Anthony Stolarz's poor performance proved insurmountable after he surrendered five goals on 28 shots, marking a difficult return to the net following an October 6 victory.

Toronto mounted a late comeback with third-period markers, highlighted by Gavin McKenna cutting the deficit to one. Auston Matthews and John Tavares each registered a goal and an assist, while Jack Roslovic also scored for Toronto. Daniil But, Vincent Trocheck, Mikhail Sergachev, Dylan Guenther, and MacKenzie Weegar scored for the Mammoth.

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