Toronto Maple Leafs goalie Anthony Stolarz could be in some big trouble with NHL Player Safety after a dangerous move on New Jersey Devils forward Evan Rodrigues.
Last night was another frustrating one for the Toronto Maple Leafs as they lost to the New Jersey Devils by a score of 4-0 in what should have been a winnable game.
Overall, it was a pathetic performance following a game against the Montreal Canadiens that they also could have won. Ultimately, the Leafs are not looking particularly good right now.
Anthony Stolarz loses his head
Things could get even worse for the Maple Leafs given what occurred between Anthony Stolarz and Evan Rodrigues. In the clip below, you can see Stolarz slash Rodrigues in the back of the leg.
While Stolarz will argue that he was simply trying to get a guy out of his crease, the NHL's Department of Player Safety might not see it in the same way.
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Player Safety has cracked down on things like this. While it may not lead to a full-on suspension, there is still a slight risk of Stolarz getting hit with some kind of fine.
The league has until 5 PM today to deliver a decision. If nothing is handed down by that time, then Anthony Stolarz will be in the clear.
Regardless, it is yet another example of the frustrations mounting for this Toronto Maple Leafs roster. The team is now 8-9-2, and they have been hard-pressed for a win in the last few matchups.
Their offense is no longer clicking as it was earlier in the season. Meanwhile, their defense and goaltending just haven't been good enough.
Whether or not the Maple Leafs are able to turn things around is something that very much remains to be seen. They play the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday, and that game won't be any easier.
Stick around for coverage later on today of whether or not Player Safety has anything to say about Stolarz's slash.
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