The play didn't actually result in a goal, but came pretty close, another demonstration of the ease with which the NHL seems to be coming to Maple Leafs rookie Mitch Marner. The 19-year-old, now with 18 points, has matched Winnipeg Jets' sensation Patrik Laine for first among rookies, also tied with van Riemsdyk for the Leafs' scoring lead. Marner leads all NHL rookies with 14 even-strength points, boasting six multi-point outings in his first 21 NHL games. Toronto had dropped its previous three games, all by a goal, before rising to beat the Capitals. Leafs head coach Mike Babcock said preserving leads came down to taking care of the puck.

Source: CBC News November 27, 2016 03:05 UTC