"Toronto's defensive form regressed badly, and it has operated as the Eastern Conference's worst defensive team for large stretches of the year. During head coach Craig Berube's second year with the team, the Maple Leafs have completely collapsed on this side of the puck, with only the Vancouver Canucks surrendering more goals this season."
"For the first time in a decade, and for the first time in Matthews' career, the Maple Leafs will be watching from outside. With a core of Matthews, Marner, William Nylander and John Tavares, the Maple Leafs were repeatedly one of the NHL's best offensive teams, a high-scoring juggernaut that habitually underperformed in the playoffs."
The Toronto Maple Leafs will miss the playoffs for the first time since the 2015-16 season, marking a significant change during the Auston Matthews era. General manager Brad Treliving was fired, and MLSE CEO Keith Pelley outlined criteria for a new president of hockey operations and general manager. The team struggled with injuries, including a season-ending injury to Auston Matthews. The Maple Leafs' defensive performance declined, making them the worst defensive team in the Eastern Conference. This season may signify the end of an era for the team's core players.
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