Maple Leafs rally from three-goal deficit to win in overtime against Predators
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Last updated Oct 7, 2026
The Toronto Maple Leafs overcame a three-goal deficit to defeat the Nashville Predators 5-4 in overtime on October 6, 2026, at Scotiabank Arena. The Leafs scored first with goals from John Tavares and Gavin McKenna, and Auston Matthews completed the comeback with the overtime winner. This victory marks a positive turnaround for Toronto, especially after two close losses earlier in the season. Matthew's standout performance included one goal and three assists, signaling a promising development for the team.
- •Toronto scores five unanswered goals after trailing 0-3.
- •Gavin McKenna nets his first NHL goal and adds an assist.
- •Auston Matthews leads with one goal and three assists.
- •The match took place at Scotiabank Arena on October 6, 2026.
- •Leafs improve to a 2-2 record this season.
- 5:08 AMYahoo Sports — Maple Leafs Provide Several Positives in OT Win over Predators
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