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Maple Leafs' biggest opponent could be Lightning in 2025-26

Fansided | October 7, 2025

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The Toronto Maple Leafs could find a formidable challenge from the Tampa Bay Lightning, even if the Bolts regress further in 2025-26.

The Toronto Maple Leafs and Tampa Bay Lightning could be on a collision course yet again in the first round of the playoffs. | Mike Carlson/GettyImages

The Toronto Maple Leafs will face a strong challenge from two formidable Florida-based teams. The Florida Panthers, of course, will be the team to beat in the Atlantic Division. But the other Florida team, a past back-to-back Stanley Cup champion club, could be the toughest opponent the Leafs could face in 2025-26.

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