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New Year, New Leafs? 2026 might be Toronto's year afterall

The Toronto Maple Leafs kicked off 2026 with what could be the most fun game of the year, defeating the Winnipeg Jets 6-5 at home.

Winnipeg Jets v Toronto Maple Leafs | Thomas Skrlj/GettyImages

The Toronto Maple Leafs kicked off 2026 with what could be the most fun game of the year, defeating the Winnipeg Jets 6-5 at home.

A new year gives everyone a fresh start and Auston Matthews took full advantage scoring a hat-trick against the Jets on Thursday night. With four or more goals in four of their past five games,, Toronto's offense is heating up as this team looks to make a push for a playoff spot.