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Maple Leafs Face Goaltending Crisis After Woll's Injury

12/6/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Toronto Maple Leafs' goaltender Joseph Woll left Thursday's game against the Carolina Hurricanes with a lower-body injury.
Woll had a .927 save percentage this season.
The team is relying on backup Dennis Hildeby after Woll's injury.
Anthony Stolarz is also injured.
The Leafs prepare for upcoming games, including a crucial matchup against the Montreal Canadiens, amid goaltending uncertainty.

History

Historical Context

The NHL implemented a salary cap in 2005 to address financial instability, as teams had previously spent about 76% of revenues on player salaries, leading to collective losses of $273 million in 2002-03. This cap caused roster changes and injury challenges, exemplified by Ed Belfour's .906 save percentage. Today, Joseph Woll's injury echoes these historical struggles, forcing the Toronto Maple Leafs to rely on backup Dennis Hildeby.

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Story summary

The Toronto Maple Leafs' goaltender Joseph Woll left Thursday's game against the Carolina Hurricanes with a lower-body injury.
Woll had a .927 save percentage this season.
The team is relying on backup Dennis Hildeby after Woll's injury.
Anthony Stolarz is also injured.
The Leafs prepare for upcoming games, including a crucial matchup against the Montreal Canadiens, amid goaltending uncertainty.

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