The Toronto Maple Leafs have been officially eliminated from playoff contention after a 4-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks.
- The loss ends the Leafs’ streak of nine consecutive playoff appearances.
- John Tavares scored the lone goal for Toronto in the defeat.
- Oliver Ekman-Larsson left the game with an upper-body injury.
- GM Brad Treliving was fired earlier in the week, adding to the team’s woes.
- Goaltender Anthony Stolarz has been a bright spot despite the team’s struggles, posting a .910 save percentage in his recent starts.
- The Leafs face the Kings on Saturday, with a draft pick potentially hinging on the Kings’ playoff fate.
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