LFR17 - Game 47 - Reavodemption - Maple Leafs 4, Jets 2

Summary

The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Winnipeg Jets 4-2 before heading into the All-Star break. The game featured controversy when William Nylander's apparent goal was disallowed due to questionable goalie interference. Later, John Tavares scored a key power play goal. Ryan Reaves and Simone Benoit, unlikely goal scorers, both found the net. Looking ahead, the video promotes upcoming All-Star weekend events, including live shows by Steve Dangle and the Steve Dangle Podcast team. There will be opportunities for fans to engage through Q&As, meet-and-greets, watch parties and more.

Takeaways

• 😊 The Maple Leafs beat the Winnipeg Jets 4-2 to head into the All-Star break on a high note.
• 😡 There was controversy over a disallowed William Nylander goal that looked like a good goal to many.
• 👨‍👦‍👦 Ryan Reaves scored his first goal as a Leaf and new dad Tyler Bertuzzi had a disallowed goal.
• 👍 John Tavares broke his scoring slump with a power play goal.
• 🚨 Auston Matthews scored his 40th goal of the season to become the fastest Leaf to reach 600 points.
• 🥅 The win came despite missing key players like Calle Jarnkrok due to injury.
• 🏒 The author discusses his frustrations with the lack of transparency from the NHL on controversial calls.
• 🎤 There is NHL All-Star Game coverage planned including live shows and special episodes of the Steve Dangle Podcast.
• 🔮 Prospects like Pontus Holmberg, Roni Hirvonen and Topi Niemela were discussed for their future potential.
• 💪 Nick Ehlers had issues with veteran Leafs like Ryan Reaves and previously Joe Thornton.

Q & A

What controversial call did the referees make in the first period regarding a disallowed Maple Leafs goal?

The referees disallowed a Tyler Bertuzzi goal for the Maple Leafs due to goaltender interference on Connor Hellebuyck. The call was controversial because replays showed William Nylander was pushed into the crease by the Jets' Dylan DeMelo, which should have negated the interference.

How did the Maple Leafs finally get on the board in the third period?

The Maple Leafs finally scored on a power play goal by John Tavares, who tipped in a shot from Morgan Rielly. The goal broke Tavares' slump and gave the Leafs a 2-1 lead.

What milestone did Auston Matthews hit with his third period goal?

With his third period goal, Auston Matthews became the fastest Maple Leaf in history to reach 600 career points, doing so in just 466 games.

Who were the unlikely goal scorers for the Maple Leafs in the win?

Veteran tough guy Ryan Reaves and rookie defenseman Simon Benoit each scored unlikely goals for the Maple Leafs. Reaves tipped in a fourth line goal in the first period while Benoit scored an empty netter late in the third.

How did the Maple Leafs perform on special teams?

The Maple Leafs went 2 for 5 on the power play while killing off all 4 Jets power plays. Special teams proved to be a key difference maker in the game.

What injury did the Maple Leafs suffer prior to the game?

Veteran forward Calle Jarnkrok was unable to play due to a broken finger, leaving the Leafs short-handed up front.

What altercation occurred after the final buzzer?

A scrum broke out after the final buzzer that saw Ryan Reaves tussle with non-fighters Josh Morrissey and Nikolaj Ehlers. This upset Jets fans who felt Reaves was targeting skill players.

How did the Maple Leafs fourth line perform?

The fourth line of Reaves, Kampf, and Gregor played surprisingly well, controlling play in the offensive zone and generating scoring chances including Reaves' goal.

What was the storyline heading into the home-and-home series against Winnipeg?

The Leafs were struggling heading into the Jets series, raising concerns about their play. Shockingly, they managed to win both games against Winnipeg before the All-Star break.

What was the main point of frustration expressed about the NHL in the video?

The main frustration was the NHL's lack of transparency and explanation around the controversial disallowed goal. The NHL was criticized for providing only a vague rules reference instead of a clear rationale.