ECQF: Toronto Maple Leafs [ATL2] vs Tampa Bay Lightning [ATL3] - Leafs Win 4-2

[activeStick]

I think Tampa will be the nervous ones here after giving up a 4-1 lead last game and losing. Hoping Leafs take this in regulation.

[SuperMatt18]

Originally Posted by dino7c

I didn't realize there was a rule against hitting with 2 seconds left

There is a rule for burying a guy in the numbers into the boards whether it's 2 seconds or 20 minutes left in the period though.

Think Gio's point is it's a needless penalty to take and not like it was something in the natural flow of the game since the period is almost over anyways.

[JohnnyB]

I have mixed feelings. I would like the Leafs to win, but I also really enjoy watching these two teams play and wouldn't mind another game.

[zamler]

Could TO really choke away another 3-1 series lead? Is such a thing even possible?

[JohnnyB]

That was a fantastic pass by Tavares.

[bluejays]

Originally Posted by zamler

Could TO really choke away another 3-1 series lead? Is such a thing even possible?

Toronto seems to have terrible luck over the years in being able to do that.

[CroFlames]

Originally Posted by zamler

Could TO really choke away another 3-1 series lead? Is such a thing even possible?

They haven’t won a playoff series since 2004. For those keeping track at home, that was nineteen years ago.

[JohnnyB]

Great save by Samsonov. Some exciting back and forth rushes.

[direwolf]

This is a fantastic hockey game. Lots of end to end action!

[zamler]

Originally Posted by CroFlames

They haven’t won a playoff series since 2004. For those keeping track at home, that was nineteen years ago.

You'd think eventually they'd fluke out a win. This won't help.

[Cecil Terwilliger]

Originally Posted by CroFlames

They haven’t won a playoff series since 2004. For those keeping track at home, that was nineteen years ago.

[direwolf]

3-1 Tampa. That's probably the game.

[Saqe]

Haha that Leaf fan rubbing his face in disbelief They know what's coming!

[Cycling76er]

Don't love the Leafs but I ####ing despise the Lightning. I really want Toronto to win this series. They can get their asses handed to them next round.

[zamler]

Imagine the pressure now on the Larfs.

Originally Posted by Cycling76er

Don't love the Leafs but I ####ing despise the Lightning. I really want Toronto to win this series.

Same but Leafs gonna Leaf.

[fire_starter]

Hahahaha stupid Leafs.

Blow Leafs blow!!

[Saqe]

Originally Posted by Cycling76er

Don't love the Leafs but I ####ing despise the Lightning. I really want Toronto to win this series. They can get their asses handed to them next round.

It's the other way around, sir.

[bluejays]

Both teams are going to have a hard time next round, but I do think Toronto matches up a bit better. Tampa's offense tends to be more consistent from their big players though.

[CroFlames]

Originally Posted by Saqe

Haha that Leaf fan rubbing his face in disbelief They know what's coming!

The doubt is creeping into all their minds, including GM, coach, players and fans.

Soak it in

[direwolf]

Originally Posted by zamler

Imagine the pressure now on the Larfs.

Yup, the doubt will certainly creep back in after this one. Tampa's backs are against the wall, but I'd say the majority of the pressure is still on the Leafs not to choke the series away.