In a thrilling NHL pre-season matchup, the Toronto Maple Leafs emerged victorious over the Detroit Red Wings with a commanding 2-0 win. The hero of the night was none other than Nick Robertson, who showcased his scoring prowess by netting two impressive goals.
The first goal came at 17:54 of the opening period, setting the tone for what would be a stellar performance by the 23-year-old forward. Robertson’s second goal of the night came at 14:34 of the third period, solidifying Toronto’s lead and ultimately securing the win for the team.
With this victory, the Maple Leafs extended their win streak to three games, showcasing their dominance early in the pre-season. Robertson, who recently signed a one-year contract with the Leafs, expressed his satisfaction with his performance, stating, “I just like my mentality going out there and using my strength, which is going out there and being a shooter. I’m just happy with everyone’s effort tonight, it was a good win for us.”
Assisting Robertson in his goal-scoring efforts were Max Pacioretty, who picked up two assists, along with Easton Cowan and David Kampf, each contributing with an assist of their own.
In the net, Anthony Stolarz put on a stellar performance, earning a well-deserved 30-save shutout. Reflecting on his impressive performance, Stolarz remarked, “I just liked the way I was able to control some rebounds and was able to see the first shot. I thought I was reading their guys’ releases really well and any second-chance opportunities, the guys in front of me did a great job clearing out, picking up sticks, or just letting me see the puck and make the second save.”
This game marked Stolarz’s first full game of the pre-season, as the 30-year-old goaltender displayed his skills and readiness for the upcoming regular season. Stolarz, who joined the Leafs on a two-year deal after a stint with the Florida Panthers, expressed his satisfaction with his performance, stating, “It’s nice to get the first full one. To have a higher volume game is always good coming into your own for the regular season.”
Overall, the victory against the Red Wings showcased the Maple Leafs’ strength and determination as they look ahead to the upcoming NHL season with high hopes and anticipation for what lies ahead.
