Young Leafs fans’ night turns from crushing disappointment into a dream come true

The Toronto Maple Leafs One lucky fan turned a negative into something positive at Amalie Arena Tuesday night.

In the second period of a back to back, several Maple Leafs regulars were restrained against the Tampa Bay Lightning, including superstars Mitch Marner And Auston Matthews. Blake, a young fan, was the only problem. Florida You can see both All-Stars in action.

Blake crafted a sign to bring to the game, saying he came to watch his heroes — Matthews and Marner — which TSN’s broadcast captured on-air.

However, the Maple Leafs quickly reacted to this situation and started trying to find Blake among the crowd. To make up for the loss of his two favorite players, Blake was invited by the team to meet Matthews and Marner after the game.

Blake also received a signed Matthews stick. He took a picture of himself with his two idols. Matthews and Marner also signed his poster and t-shirt in a moment he’ll surely cherish forever.

The Leafs were able to keep their rookie goaltenders on the ice and they weren’t missed. Joseph Woll Toronto was able to become a 4-3 victory. William Nylander, Luke Schenn, Calle Jarnkrok And Ryan O’Reilly provided the scoring for the visitors, while Alex Killorn, Nick Perbix and Mikhail Sergachev Countered for Lightning

As they prepare to play in the upcoming Atlantic Division Finals, these two heavyweights from Atlantic Division will see a lot of one another. renew their heated rivalry The Stanley Cup playoffs will begin with the first round. Matthews will be well rested and ready to go when the series starts next week.