THE STORY
On May 13, 2013, the Toronto Maple Leafs led the Boston Bruins 4-1 in the third period of Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals. The Bruins scored three goals in the final 10:42 of regulation to tie the game, then won 5-4 in overtime, eliminating the Maple Leafs from the playoffs. This marked one of the most significant collapses in NHL playoff history.
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Toronto Maple Leafs
WHY IT MATTERS
The Maple Leafs' inability to secure a decisive Game 7 victory after a substantial lead remains a defining moment in the franchise's history, highlighting the challenges of closing out high-stakes games.