Briefing: Leafs G Stolarz out after taking puck to throat

Toronto Maple Leafs' goaltender Anthony Stolarz missed his anticipated start on March 22, 2026, due to a puck injury to his throat sustained during warmups.

This incident raises immediate concerns regarding the team's goaltending depth and game readiness, particularly in critical match situations.

The absence of Stolarz necessitates adjustments in the goaltending rotation, which could impact overall team performance and strategy moving forward.