Toronto Maple Leafs’ goalie Joseph Woll is set to miss an unspecified amount of time due to a left leg injury, as confirmed by head coach Sheldon Keefe. The severity of the injury will be determined after additional testing once the team returns home.
Woll’s unfortunate exit occurred in the third period against the Ottawa Senators, with just under 10 minutes remaining and the Maple Leafs leading 3-2. Despite securing a 4-3 victory, concerns for Woll’s well-being overshadowed the win. The 25-year-old goalie had an impressive performance, making 29 saves before a routine-looking save led to the left leg injury, forcing him to leave the ice with visible pain.
Teammates and fans are now worried about the potential impact on the team’s goaltending depth. Woll’s significant role is emphasized by head coach Keefe, who stated, “He’s the big reason why we get two points here tonight.” Woll’s relatively low salary of $766,667 for the current and next season makes his absence even more challenging for the Maple Leafs.
As the team awaits updates on Woll’s condition, uncertainties surround the goaltending situation, especially with Ilya Samsonov unavailable due to illness. The Leafs are now relying on Martin Jones in the net, and the hope is that Woll’s injury won’t keep him sidelined for an extended period, allowing him to resume his valuable contributions to the team’s success.
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