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Maple Leafs won't turnaround season unless this starts to happen

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The Maple Leafs' poor divisional record is the biggest reason they're stuck in the Atlantic Division standings-and that has to change starting this weekend.

Oct 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Red Wings goalie Cameron Talbot (39) makes a save on Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) in the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gerry Angus-Imagn Images | Gerry Angus-Imagn Images

In the NHL, not all wins carry the same weight, and divisional games often matter most when shaping the standings. Points earned against familiar rivals don't just add up; they directly push teams up or down in the standings.