Regular seasons have become mundane for much of Leafs Nation, even apathy from its more cynical parties. For others, the late nights of a West Coast road swing might have the team out of sight and mind.

The Toronto Maple Leafs earned what could be considered their biggest win of the season on Wednesday as they claimed a playoff spot. They defeated the Florida Panthers 3-2 and became the first team in the Atlantic Division to get a playoff berth.

The Toronto Maple Leafs are one step closer to their goal of winning the Stanley Cup. After defeating the Florida Panthers, the Leafs have clinched their spot in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. This is the ninth straight year Toronto has made the postseason.