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Sharks Take Care of Business Against Leafs, Move Into Playoff Spot, for Now

On Thursday, the San Jose Sharks defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1, officially eliminating Toronto from playoff contention for the first time since 2016.
The victory marks the Sharks' fourth consecutive win as they fight for a wild-card spot in the Western Conference after posting the worst NHL record last season.
Zack Ostapchuk scored his first goal in three months, while Collin Graf, William Eklund, and Adam Gaudette added goals and Alex Nedeljkovic made 18 saves.
The Maple Leafs have lost two of three games during their current four-game road trip, extending their struggles away from home.
Saturday night, the Sharks return home to host Nashville while the Maple Leafs continue their travels to face Los Angeles.

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Maple Leafs vs. Sharks: Loss officially eliminates Toronto from playoff contention

A 4-1 loss in San Jose means the Leafs’ run of nine straight post-season appearances — the longest active streak in the NHL — will come to an end.

18 hours ago·Toronto, Canada

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Toronto Sun

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Maple Leafs officially out of playoffs after loss to Sharks

For the first time in nine years, Toronto will miss the playoffs, a fate known for weeks, but reality as of Thursday night’s loss.

20 hours ago·Toronto, Canada

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Radio-Canada

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Sharks Eliminate Maple Leafs From the Series Portrait

While the Sharks cling to their race in the West, the Leafs will miss the playoffs for the first time since the 2015-2016 season.

24 hours ago·Montreal, Canada

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Jackson Progress-Argus

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Sharks handle Leafs, remain in thick of wild-card race

The San Jose Sharks ran their winning streak to four games and continued their push for a playoff spot with a 4-1 victory over the visiting Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday.

1 day ago·Jackson, United States

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The Lawton Constitution

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Sharks take care of business against Leafs, move into playoff spot, for now

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Zack Ostapchuk and Collin Graf scored first-period goals, and William Eklund added one in the second as the San Jose Sharks started fast and earned a 3-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday at…

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Associated Press News

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Sharks win 4th straight to improve playoff hopes, beating the Maple Leafs 4-1

Zack Ostapchuk scored his first goal in nearly three months and the San Jose Sharks beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 on Thursday night for their fourth straight victory.

1 day ago·United States

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