Maple Leafs play most impressive game of the season in win over Devils

Down four key players, including Matthews and Nylander, the Maple Leafs responded with their most complete performance of the season.

New Jersey Devils v Toronto Maple Leafs | Kevin Sousa/GettyImagesThe Toronto Maple Leafs turned in their most impressive performance of the season Tuesday night, blanking the New Jersey Devils 4–0 despite being without Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Chris Tanev, and Dakota Joshua. Facing a talented Devils team, the Leafs needed a full 60-minute effort from every player on the bench, and that is exactly what they delivered.

Many expected New Jersey’s high-powered offence to overwhelm a depleted Toronto lineup. Instead, the roles were reversed. The Devils…