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Pre-Scout: Maple Leafs surprise goaltender steps up amidst injuries

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15.12.2025
The Toronto Maple Leafs have steadied themselves a bit, but do they have another gear to get in the playoff picture in the Eastern Conference?  That’s the question, as the team has relied upon… checks notes… Dennis Hildeby between the pipes to win four of their last six games, and get points in their two losses.  The record? Almost identical to the Edmonton Oilers at this moment, with a 14-11-5 season approaching Christmas. Maybe the Oilers can look to the Leafs for goaltending inspiration as they expect Tristan Jarry to start. Toronto has dug itself out of the cellar, and Hildeby is rocking a .958 save percentage and a shutout in his last three starts to keep the Buds afloat.  

Injuries

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