Cursebreaker (Toronto Maple Leafs NHL20 - Fun Only)

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MARLIES HOST GRIFFINS; LOOK TO WIN THIRD STRAIGHT

Mike Smith will start after getting a 4-0 shutout against Hartford three nights ago as the Toronto Marlies (16-7-1-) take on the Grand Rapids Griffins (8-11-5).

Tonight's Lineups:

Toronto Marlies:

Petan-Fitzgerald-Aberg
Kossila-Rooney-Engvall
Korshkov-McKegg-Blandisi
Elynuik-Sturm-Clune

Hollowell-Liljegren
Schenn-Welinski
Rosen-Ladue

Starter: Mike Smith

Grand Rapids Griffins:

Erne-Pearson-Glendening
Smith-Zetterberg-Ford
Tangradi-Grant-Lukosevicus
Grewe-Berggren-Shine

Hicketts-Biega
Wood-McIlrath
Lashoff-Lindstrom

Starter: Anton Forsberg

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KOSSIKA NETS SHOOTOUT WINNER.

Mike Smith made 25 saves, including all 3 in the shootout, to help the Toronto Marlies best the Grand Rapids Griffins 3-2 in a shootout.

After a scoreless first, Toronto would strike quickly, Yegor Korshkov scoring at 01:14. However Henrik Zetterberg would tie it at 5:20.

A defensive Battle ensued until 8:09 of the third when Griffins defenseman Dylan McIlrath scores to make it 2-1. It looked like the team would lose until Paul LaDue would score at 19:24 to tie the game

A 3-on-3 overtime followed, and no one scored, despite Toronto taking a penalty with 39 seconds left

A shootout ensued which saw Mike Smith stop all 3 Griffins shooters and Kale Kossila score the game winning goal in the third round

1st Star:
TOR Paul Ladue, 1 Goal, 4 hits

2nd Star:
GR Anton Forsberg, 1.85 GAA, 30 Saves/32 Shots Against, .938 Save %

3rd Star:
TOR Mike Smith, 1.85 GAA, 25 Saves/27 Shots Against, .926 Save %

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*Format Update*

As of December 6 2019

Having read other dynasty threads, I'm going to adapt how I do them. Because of my work schedule preventing me from playing as often, I will instead do the remainder of the seasons in parts, with certain games being played as "spotlight" games. I have included photos of the current statistics for the Maple Leafs and Marlies20200815_172847.jpeg20200815_172901.jpeg20200815_172912.jpeg20200815_172925.jpeg20200815_172939.jpeg

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Quote: Originally Posted by Vettz25

*Format Update* As of December 6 2019 Having read other dynasty threads, I'm going to adapt how I do them. Because of my work schedule preventing me from playing as often, I will instead do the remainder of the seasons in parts, with certain games being played as "spotlight" games. I have included photos of the current statistics for the Maple Leafs and MarliesAttachment 182061Attachment 182062Attachment 182063Attachment 182064Attachment 182065

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Spotlight Game Preview - December 30 2019
Toronto vs Detroit @ Scotiabank Arena

Anton Khduobin gets the start tonight as the Toronto Maple Leafs (23-9-4) take on the Detroit Red Wings (13-19-4). The Leafs return home after beating Columbus 4-3 and Colorado 4-1 earlier in the week.

Leafs X-Factor - Travis Hamonic: Although not in the top 10 in scoring on his team with just 7 goals & 14 points, it's his defensive abilities that are relied on most and that's where he excels, with a +24, highest on the team. Partner Morgan Reilly is the closest with 14 after him

Red Wings X-Factor - Tyler Bertuzzi: On a team struggling to score, Tyler Bertuzzi has 23 assists and 31 points. His chemistry with Dylan Larkin should not be underestimated

Injury Report: Maple Leafs are playing without Gaetan Haas and Frederik Gauthier. Whilst Detroit, losing Calvin Pickard to injury, recently recalled Patrick Rybar to backup Bernier, who starts tonight. Wings forward Filip Zadina is also dealing with an injury

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Spotlight Game Recap - December 30 2019

William Nylander finished with 1 goal and 1 assist to help the Maple Leafs defeat the Red Wings 5-3.

The first period was defensive until Detroit forward Fran's Nielsen would score at 16:14.

The second period was all Toronto, with Ilya Mihkeyev (04:53) & Nylander (07:08) to give them a quick 2-1 lead. Mikka Salomaki, redeeming himself for a charging penalty, scored at 11:22 to make it 3-1..

The third period was a roller coaster.

Kasperi Kapanen would score quickly at 01:17 to make it 4-1. It would remain that way until Dylan Larkin broke through at 16:11. Then Darren Helm put a scare in the Leafs at 18:31, making it 4-3.

Detroit would pull the goalie, but Khduobin would stand tall and Mihkeyev would add his second of the night at 19:55 to ice the game

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Monthly Recap - December 2019

Monthly Record: 9-2-1
Overall Record: 9-4-2

Who's Hot: Morgan Reilly

He's got 11 points in 12 games. His voice of leadership makes his on-ice abilities even better because the team works better when he is in the ice. He's got 6 goals & 33 points along with a +15

Who's Not: Travis Dermott

He had 2 points over the course of December, and his +/- rating took a hit accordingly. Coach Keefe will try to move him around the lineup to see if chemistry forms.

Rookie Watch:

Ilya Mihkeyev: A feisty drive the key forward, he has scored 8 goals and 19 points this season. That has led to his promotion to the second line with Kerfoot and Matthews where he'll be for the foreseeable future

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Quote: Originally Posted by Vettz25

Monthly Recap - December 2019 Monthly Record: 9-2-1 Overall Record: 9-4-2 Who's Hot: Morgan Reilly He's got 11 points in 12 games. His voice of leadership makes his on-ice abilities even better because the team works better when he is in the ice. He's got 6 goals & 33 points along with a +15 Who's Not: Travis Dermott He had 2 points over the course of December, and his +/- rating took a hit accordingly. Coach Keefe will try to move him around the lineup to see if chemistry forms. Rookie Watch: Ilya Mihkeyev: A feisty drive the key forward, he has scored 8 goals and 19 points this season. That has led to his promotion to the second line with Kerfoot and Matthews where he'll be for the foreseeable future

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