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The seven-game NHL First Round Playoff series between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Boston Bruins has come down to the final make-or-break Game 7 in Boston.
The Bruins took command of the series early, winning three of the first four games. Since then, the Maple Leafs have clawed their way back with a couple of narrow 2-1 victories in Game 5 and 6 to tie the series at 3-3.
The sides will reconvene at TD Garden in Boston to decide the winner of this back-and-forth series and move on to the second round of the Eastern Conference Playoffs to face the Florida Panthers.
Here, GOAL brings you all the information you need to know about this NHL matchup, including how to watch, team news, key results and head-to-head results.
Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs: Date & Puck-Drop time
| Date | Saturday, May 4, 2024 |
| Time | 8:00 p.m. ET/ 5:00 p.m. PT |
| Arena | TD Garden |
| Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
The Boston Bruins will take on the Toronto Maple Leafs in the highly-anticipated NHL matchup on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 8:00 pm ET/ 5:00 pm PT at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts.
How to watch Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs NHL Game on TV & stream live online
The Bruins vs. Maple Leafs NHL fixture will be broadcast live onABC. Fans can also live stream the game onESPN+.
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Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs Team News & Key Leaders
Boston Bruins
Boston had five injuries listed in their report. Milan Lucic is out for the year with an ankle issue, while Matthew Poitras is out with a shoulder injury. Andrew Peeke has a finger issue that will keep him out until the middle of May, while Danton Heinen is doubtful for Saturday's game.
Morgan Geekie scored the only goal for the Bruins in Game 6, and David Pastrnak led the club with four shots on goal. Kevin Shattenkirk and James van Riemsdyk clinched an assist.
Jeremy Swayman saved 24 of 26 shots faced.
Toronto Maple Leafs
Toronto have six players listed on their injury report ahead of the clutch Game 7. Matt Murray, John Klingberg, and Jake Muzzin have all been ruled out for the season. Bobby McMann is out indefinitely, while star man Auston Matthews is also questionable for the game.
The Maple Leafs kept themselves alive with a 2-1 victory in Game 6. William Nylander stepped up in a big way with two goals, while Morgan Reilly had a pair of assists in the win. Goaltender Joseph Woll was superb again with 22 saves out of 23 opportunities. Matthews has the team lead in points with 107 (including 69 goals), while Mitch Marner boasts a team-high 59 assists.
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 05/02/24 | Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 Boston Bruins | NHL |
| 04/30/24 | Boston Bruins 1-2 Toronto Maple Leafs | NHL |
| 04/27/24 | Toronto Maple Leafs 1-3 Boston Bruins | NHL |
| 04/24/24 | Toronto Maple Leafs 2-4 Boston Bruins | NHL |
| 04/23/24 | Boston Bruins 2-3 Toronto Maple Leafs | NHL |