- The Toronto Maple Leafs have recently welcomed back several key players from injury, significantly enhancing their lineup.
On February 7, 2025, goaltender Anthony Stolarz returned from knee surgery, stopping 26 shots to lead the Maple Leafs to a 3-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken. This win marked Toronto’s third consecutive on their four-game Western road trip. Additionally, forward Mitch Marner, who had missed a game due to injury, returned and recorded his 500th career NHL assist. Matthew Knies added a goal, which was initially questioned for a high stick but was upheld after video review. citeturn0news9
Earlier, on January 5, 2025, forward Auston Matthews returned from an upper-body injury, contributing a goal and two assists in a 6-4 win over the Boston Bruins. Matthew Knies also had a standout performance, scoring his first career hat trick and adding two assists.
These returns have bolstered the Maple Leafs’ roster, providing depth and experience as they navigate the season.
