The Maple Leafs are facing an uphill climb in their first-round series with the Boston Bruins. The series is tied 2-2 but Boston has regained home-ice advantage. Here’s a look at how the two teams have fared so far, and what each team must do to advance to Round 2:Shots: Boston has outshot the Leafs 146-140 through four games. The perceived difference from last season’s playoff series — that Boston won because it was the tougher, heavier team — has faded. The Bruins started what coach Bruce Cassidy called his “fast” lineup for their Game 2 victory, but it has not limited the Leafs in terms of shots or scoring chances.

Source: thestar April 19, 2019 00:22 UTC