The Leafs start April with a couple of wins - a big one vs. Florida Panthers and a shutout win vs. Columbus Blue Jackets.

But before we get into the Leafs news of the day, we get things started by paying some attention to a historic moment unfolding in NHL history as Alex Ovechkin hits yet another milestone, cementing his legacy in the league. Closer to home, our Maple Leafs are heating up at just the right time—clinching a playoff spot for the ninth consecutive season and holding a strong position in the Atlantic Division.

We break down the key factors behind the Leafs' momentum: Anthony Stolarz's standout performances between the pipes, Auston Matthews' late-season surge, and Nick Robertson's resilience and impact even after being scratched. With player health and peak performance more crucial than ever, we look at what it’ll take to go deep this postseason.

Next, we give a shout out to our latest Star of the Week: Stolie the Goalie, Anthony Stolarz! With a huge win on Wednesday night vs. his former team the Florida Panthers, and getting his second shutout of the season vs the Blue Jackets, he looks confident and big in the net giving the Buds a chance to win every night. For all this and more he has earned our weekly honours!

Well folks, we are heading into the home stretch, where every division win matters as the team eyes a powerful playoff push. The excitement is building—and Leafs Nation is ready. Go Leafs Go!

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