Maple Leafs' Joseph Woll Speaks on 'Scary' Stolarz Injury

Woll replaced Stolarz after the goalie suffered an injury in the first period against the Capitals.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 5:51am

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Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll spoke about witnessing teammate Anthony Stolarz's injury during Wednesday's game against the Washington Capitals. Stolarz left the game in the first period after attempting a kick save, and Woll finished the game in relief, allowing three goals on 14 shots. Woll expressed concern for Stolarz's well-being, saying the injury 'didn't look great' and was 'kind of scary' to see.

Why it matters

The Maple Leafs are already eliminated from playoff contention, and Stolarz's injury could mean he misses the remainder of the season. Woll's comments highlight the human side of professional sports, as players show concern for their injured teammates.

The details

Stolarz suffered the injury while attempting a kick save in the first period against the Capitals. Woll replaced him and finished the game, which the Maple Leafs lost. Woll said he checked on Stolarz after the game but did not disclose any specifics about the injury.

  • Stolarz was injured during the first period of the Maple Leafs' game against the Capitals on Wednesday, April 9, 2026.
  • Woll replaced Stolarz and finished the game.

The players

Joseph Woll

A goaltender for the Toronto Maple Leafs who replaced the injured Anthony Stolarz during Wednesday's game against the Capitals.

Anthony Stolarz

The Toronto Maple Leafs' starting goaltender who suffered an injury during the first period of Wednesday's game against the Capitals.

Brad Treliving

The former general manager of the Toronto Maple Leafs who was fired earlier in the season.

Matthew Schaefer

A player for the New York Islanders, who the Maple Leafs will face on Thursday.

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What they’re saying

“It didn't look great. Honestly the first things is worried for him and then get ready to go. It was kind of scary seeing him go down like that. He's a pretty tough dude so if he goes down, it's tough to see. I checked in on him, seems like he's doing all right. I don't know the extent of the injury; it's not for me to say.”

— Joseph Woll, Toronto Maple Leafs Goaltender

What’s next

The Maple Leafs will return to the ice on Thursday, April 10, 2026, to take on the New York Islanders. The team is awaiting further updates on the extent of Anthony Stolarz's injury.

The takeaway

Woll's comments highlight the human side of professional sports, as players show genuine concern for their injured teammates, even as their own team is already eliminated from playoff contention. The Maple Leafs' season has been a disappointment, but Woll's empathy for Stolarz is a positive note amid the struggles.