What Happened
Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller announced Monday that goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky will receive the start Tuesday against the Utah Mammoth. The decision comes despite a challenging start to the campaign for the team's prized off-season signing. Bobrovsky permitted five goals in his most recent outing on Thursday against the Seattle Kraken, which included a late game-winning shot from the point. Through his first appearances, he holds a 3-5-2 record alongside an .885 save percentage and a 3.29 goals-against average. Meanwhile, backup Anthony Stolarz earned a victory on Saturday against the Vancouver Canucks, continuing a steady run of play that has featured a .910 save percentage and a 2.66 GAA over six starts.
Key Details
- Matchup: Toronto Maple Leafs versus Utah Mammoth on Tuesday.
- Bobrovsky's season stats: 3-5-2 record, .885 save percentage, 3.29 goals-against average.
- Contract: Three-year, $21-million deal signed in the off-sean.
- Stolarz's stats: .910 save percentage and 2.66 GAA over six starts.
What It Means
The crease management in Toronto has drawn attention following strong performances from Anthony Stolarz in relief of Bobrovsky. By returning to his veteran starter, coaching staff are actively attempting to help their notable free-agent acquisition recapture his rhythm.
What's Next
Bobrovsky takes the crease when the Maple Leafs face the Utah Mammoth on Tuesday.