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Maple Leafs Goalie Drama: Woll's Injury Shakes Up Game 7 Lineup

Find out why Ilya Samsonov is the surprise starter as Joseph Woll misses Game 7 for the Toronto Maple Leafs!

In a stunning turn of events, the Toronto Maple Leafs faced a goaltending dilemma in Game 7 as Joseph Woll was sidelined due to an undisclosed injury. This unexpected setback led to Ilya Samsonov taking up the starting position against the Boston Bruins. Samsonov, with an .883 save percentage and a 1-3 record in the series, now shoulders the responsibility of protecting the Leafs' net.

The absence of Woll, who had started the previous two games, left fans and analysts speculating about the impact on the crucial matchup. Maple Leafs' star player, Auston Matthews, returned to the lineup, adding another layer of anticipation and excitement to the high-stakes game.

As rumors swirled about the nature of Woll's injury, the Bruins capitalized on the uncertainty with a last-second goal in Game 6, potentially altering the course of the series. The unexpected twist of fate has thrown the teams into a tense showdown, with Samsonov unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight.

In the aftermath of Woll's injury, NHL insider Paul Bissonnette sparked speculation about the play that led to the goalie's sidelining, adding intrigue to the already dramatic narrative. Despite Woll's absence, the Maple Leafs must regroup and face the Bruins head-on in the decisive Game 7, setting the stage for an intense battle on the ice.