The tally snapped a nine-game drought for the fourth-line winger, who has 10 points over 46 outings.

"We're down. You know, just moving guys around," Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube said of the switch after the game. "They went out and scored right away, and then I just trying to get some goals back as quickly as possible."

Could an extension be on the horizon for Toronto Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz? The 28-year-old became eligible to sign a contract extension with the organization on January 1, the earliest date players on one-year deals can sign new contracts.

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Steven Lorentz is having the time of his life right now. He is playing for his hometown team which he promised himself as a kid he would one day make a reality, thriving in his role as a dependable defensive player,

Joe Thornton has brought the entertainment on the Toronto Maple Leafs' mentors trip. Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews brought the 45-year-old along on the trip. The two have grown close since Thornton played for the Maple Leafs in the 2020-21 season.

McMann's goal jumpstarted the Maple Leafs' offense to score seven unanswered goals to defeat the Canadiens 7-3.

Perhaps the Toronto Maple Leafs drew some inspiration from watching their provincial rivals earlier on Hockey Day in Canada.