Michael Bunting to Make Playoff Debut + What Ailed William Nylander from Practicing Before Game 1

The Maple Leafs had a seriously impressive performance in Game 1 & will need to be prepared for the focused fury of the Tampa Bay Lightning for Game 2. With the suspension of Kyle Clifford, the Leafs have an open roster spot. It looked as though perhaps Jason Spezza would replace Clifford, however Michael Bunting has been confirmed ready to return to action:

This is great news for Toronto, as the trio of Bunting, Matthews & Marner comprise the Leafs' top unit. Quite formidable, if I do say so. This will be Bunting's debut in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Another Maple Leaf who was the subject of conjecture is William Nylander, who missed Toronto's practice ahead of Game 1. While it was believed an injury hindered him, the actual issue was another matter entirely:

Happens to all of us. Bad sushi, I mean. Not missing practice ahead of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Game 2 is shaping up to be an exciting one.

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