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‘You Could Argue That He Kept Us In It’: Maple Leafs’ Anthony Stolarz Shines, Earns Toronto A Point In Overtime Loss To Wild
Stolarz made 31 saves and posted an impressive .969 save percentage against the Wild.
Evan Doerfler • Nov 4th, 2024
The Toronto Maple Leafs fell 2-1 in overtime to the Minnesota Wild on Sunday, but it was a standout performance by goaltender Anthony Stolarz that helped the club secure a valuable point. Stolarz, who posted a stellar .969 save percentage, made 31 saves and kept Toronto in the game, especially during pressing stretches from the Wild.
Through eight games this season, Stolarz has accumulated a 4-2-2 record, a 2.38 goals-against average, and a .919 save percentage. Returning to the net after a two-game break, he faced a challenging Minnesota team with a strong 7-1-2 record coming into the matchup.
One of Stolarz's most critical contributions came on the penalty kill, where he anchored a successful unit that held the Wild scoreless on three power plays, including a crucial four-minute man advantage in the second period. His resilience, particularly in the third period when the Leafs were fatigued playing in the second half of a back-to-back, earned him praise from his coach and teammates.