Whether it be from goaltending or bad bounces, sometimes good play isn’t rewarded. Established elite talent can also play a role in changing outcomes in games and that was exactly what happened against the Leafs. Matthews and Nylander combined for three goals and six points in a 4-1 victory over the Jackets as the home team struggled to convert chances.
The lone Blue Jackets goal was credited to Danforth. Fantilli pushed a free puck to Gaudreau in the defensive zone and Johnny found Danforth for a breakaway goal.