Sharks win 4th straight, beat Maple Leafs 4-1

San Jose's playoff hopes improve with latest victory over Toronto

Apr. 3, 2026 at 7:52am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the action of a hockey game between the San Jose Sharks and Toronto Maple Leafs, with the players and puck represented as abstract shapes and angles in the team's colors.The Sharks' recent surge has them in position to clinch a playoff spot, thanks to a decisive victory over the high-powered Maple Leafs.San Jose Today

The San Jose Sharks defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 on Thursday night, winning their fourth consecutive game and improving their chances of making the NHL playoffs.

Why it matters

The Sharks' recent winning streak has boosted their playoff positioning in the Western Conference, as they look to return to the postseason after missing out last year. The victory over the high-powered Maple Leafs is an impressive result that could provide momentum for San Jose down the stretch.

The details

Zack Ostapchuk scored his first goal in nearly three months to help lead the Sharks to the win. San Jose has now won four games in a row, a timely surge as the regular season winds down.

  • The game was played on Thursday, April 3, 2026.

The players

Zack Ostapchuk

A San Jose Sharks player who scored a goal in the victory.

San Jose Sharks

The NHL team that won the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Toronto Maple Leafs

The NHL team that lost to the San Jose Sharks.

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What’s next

The Sharks will look to extend their winning streak when they host the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, April 5th.

The takeaway

San Jose's recent hot streak has put them in a strong position to clinch a playoff spot in the Western Conference, as they continue to build momentum heading into the final weeks of the regular season.