2 Maple Leafs (Mar 5, 2026) Game Recap
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Key Points:
- Alexis Lafreniere scored the go-ahead goal in the third period as the New York Rangers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-2, securing their first regulation home win in over three months.
- The Rangers had struggled at Madison Square Garden, losing 13 of their previous 18 home games since late November, with most wins coming only in overtime or shootouts.
- Jaroslav Chmelar scored his first NHL goal, providing a boost to the team during a difficult season marked by roster changes and underperformance.
- Both teams managed their rosters carefully ahead of the trade deadline, with several key players scratched to avoid injury.
- The Maple Leafs extended their losing streak to six games post-Olympic break,
