Maple Leafs edge Panthers 5-4 in Game 1, lose Stolarz to injury

The Toronto Maple Leafs edged out the Florida Panthers 5-4 in Game 1 of their second-round NHL playoff series, powered by William Nylander's two first-period goals and an assist. Toronto built an early lead, but the game took a dramatic turn when starting goaltender Anthony Stolarz exited midway through the second period after a hit to the head by Florida's Sam Bennett; Stolarz was later seen vomiting on the bench and was taken from the arena on a stretcher. Joseph Woll stepped in as relief goaltender and helped the Leafs secure the win despite a late Panthers rally. Matthew Knies and Chris Tanev each contributed a goal and an assist, while Morgan Rielly also scored for Toronto. Florida mounted a comeback in the third period, narrowing the deficit to one goal twice, but could not find an equalizer. The outcome sets an intense tone for the series, with Game 2 scheduled in Toronto.