The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing a test of their resilience as they embark on a crucial road trip to Florida, forced to navigate through a series of key injuries to their lineup. With the regular season winding down and playoff seeding on the line, the team’s ability to overcome these adversities could set the tone for their postseason aspirations.
Among the most significant absences is that of Max Domi, whose gritty play and clutch scoring have been invaluable to the Maple Leafs’ success this season.
The Washington Capitals’ extended West Coast road swing may have started on a sour note, but they managed to salvage the trip with a pair of hard-fought victories against the Seattle Kraken and Vancouver Canucks. While the Caps were outscored 12-6 over the five-game stretch, their resilience shone through as they headed into the final game against the Calgary Flames with a modest two-game winning streak.
Saturday’s 2-1 triumph over the Canucks was particularly impressive, given Vancouver’s formidable 21-7-4 home record and the added significance of T.
The Washington Capitals are in the midst of a crucial late-season road trip out West as they fight tooth and nail for a playoff spot. While established stars like Alex Ovechkin and John Carlson have led the way, an unexpected contributor has emerged - rookie forward Ivan Miroshnichenko.
The 19-year-old Russian, selected 20th overall by Washington in the 2022 NHL Draft, has seized his opportunity with the big club after being called up from the Hershey Bears of the AHL in early March.
