Maple Leafs Extend Losing Streak with Shootout Loss to Flyers

Philadelphia edges Toronto 3-2 in the shootout, continuing the Maple Leafs' struggles.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 8:15am

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The Toronto Maple Leafs lost 3-2 to the visiting Philadelphia Flyers in a shootout on Monday, extending the Leafs' losing streak to four games. Matvei Michkov and Trevor Zegras scored in the shootout for the Flyers, while William Nylander scored for the Leafs.

Why it matters

The Maple Leafs have been one of the top teams in the NHL in recent years, but this latest losing streak has them slipping in the standings and raises concerns about their ability to make a deep playoff run.

The details

The game was tied 2-2 after regulation, leading to a shootout. Michkov and Zegras scored for the Flyers in the shootout, while Nylander was the only Leafs player to score. This was the fourth straight loss for the Maple Leafs, who have struggled to find their form lately.

  • The game took place on Monday, March 3, 2026.

The players

Matvei Michkov

A forward for the Philadelphia Flyers who scored in the shootout.

Trevor Zegras

A forward for the Philadelphia Flyers who also scored in the shootout.

William Nylander

A forward for the Toronto Maple Leafs who scored in the shootout.

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The takeaway

The Maple Leafs' recent struggles highlight the challenges even top teams can face in the NHL, and raise questions about their ability to turn things around and make a deep playoff run this season.