Maple Leafs Bench Goaltender Joseph Woll Against Jets
The Toronto Maple Leafs decided to bench goaltender Joseph Woll during their recent game against the Winnipeg Jets. This decision came after a disappointing performance where Woll allowed four goals on just 18 shots.
Game Summary Against the Jets
The incident occurred early in the second period. Woll conceded two goals at the end of the first period. After Auston Matthews pulled the Leafs within one goal early in the second, the Jets quickly fired back, scoring twice. Consequently, Woll’s night ended prematurely, and he was replaced by Dennis Hildeby.
Defensive Performance
Woll’s struggle was not solely his fault. The defense showed signs of vulnerability, which contributed to the goals allowed. The combination of defensive lapses and Woll’s performance made it a challenging night for the Leafs.
A Recent Upswing
Interestingly, this disappointing outing follows what many considered Woll’s best game of the season. Just two days before, he had a stellar performance against the New Jersey Devils, stopping all 33 shots in a 4-0 victory.
Woll’s Season Statistics
Heading into the game against the Jets, Woll had maintained a solid record. His statistics included:
- Goals-Against Average: 2.51
- Save Percentage: .923
- Games Started: 13
With fellow goaltender Anthony Stolarz sidelined due to an undisclosed injury, Woll had taken on a significant workload in recent weeks. His future performances will be crucial for the Maple Leafs as the season progresses.
