Watch full game highlights from the matchup between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Utah Hockey Club on March 10, 2025, condensing all the action into a 10-minute recap

00:00 1st Period 

02:39 2nd Period 

06:30 3rd Period 

07:44 Overtime 

08:17 Shootout

Thrilling Hockey Night: Toronto Edges Utah in Shootout After Intense Comeback

1st Period: Toronto Strikes Early on Power Play

The game kicked off with a fast pace as Bill and Gunther set up Keller for an early chance, but it was Toronto who seized control. On their first power-play opportunity, the Utah Hockey Club struggled to stop the puck’s relentless movement. One-touch passes flew off the sticks, with Gunther feeding it back into the zone, only for Utah to lose possession. Jack McBain and John Marino took over, with Marino’s shot ringing off the pipe. Moments later, William Nylander capitalized, burying a shot to give Toronto a 1-0 lead. The power-play precision was evident, with Auston Matthews drawing attention on the left side, opening space for Nylander’s tally.

Utah fought back, winning a faceoff and gaining control, but Toronto struck again. Mitch Marner’s shot trickled to the front, and after a rebound, Jarnkrok made it 2-0 with another power-play goal. The Leafs’ high-to-low movement carved open Utah’s defense, leaving the home crowd stunned as Toronto capitalized on both opportunities.

2nd Period: Utah Finds Life

Utah head coach Craig Berube must have lit a fire under his team during the intermission. The second period saw a shift in momentum as Michael Carcone showcased his blazing speed. After a breakaway attempt was thwarted, Carcone didn’t relent—he raced down the ice again, chopping the puck into the top corner to make it 3-1. Josh Doan and Jack McBain assisted on the play, igniting the Delta Center crowd.

The energy was palpable, and Utah kept pushing. Clayton Keller orchestrated a play from the high slot, feeding Nick Schmaltz, who tucked it home with a strong bottom hand. Suddenly, it was a one-goal game at 3-2. What had been a 3-0 Toronto lead was crumbling as Utah’s killer instinct took over. Keller nearly tied it with a shot over the top, reminiscent of his Chicago heroics, but the puck stayed out—for now.

3rd Period: Utah Ties It Up

The third period was a rollercoaster of desperation and determination. Nick Schmaltz tipped in a puck to knot the score at 3-3, sending the Utah faithful into a frenzy. Toronto responded with pressure of their own—Auston Matthews chopped a puck through traffic, but Utah’s defense held firm. John Tavares and Morgan Rielly kept the Leafs in it, working the puck around, but Utah’s resilience shone through. The period ended with the game deadlocked, setting the stage for overtime.

Overtime: Back-and-Forth Battle

Overtime was a showcase of skill and tenacity. Clayton Keller and Logan Cooley fired shots, with Cooley’s attempt clanging off the post. Toronto countered with Matthews and Marner, but Utah’s defense, led by Sergachev, stood tall. Neither team could break through, sending the game to a shootout.

Shootout: Marner Seals the Deal

In the shootout, Utah’s Nick Schmaltz was stopped by Joseph Woll, who read his lateral move perfectly. William Nylander followed for Toronto but was denied by Utah’s netminder. Logan Cooley tried to outsmart Woll with a last-second angle change, but Woll stayed sharp. Then came Auston Matthews—his potent release flicked the puck past the goalie, giving Toronto the edge.

Clayton Keller answered for Utah, cutting to the middle and scoring with a smart, skilled move. But it was Mitch Marner who ended it for Toronto. With gorgeous hands and a pump fake, Marner got the elevation he needed, lifting the puck over the pad to secure the victory.

Final Thoughts

Though Utah fell short, they earned a hard-fought point in the standings. Michael Carcone’s speed, Nick Schmaltz’s clutch play, and Clayton Keller’s leadership fueled an incredible comeback from a 3-0 deficit. For Toronto, the power-play prowess and Marner’s shootout heroics proved decisive. It was a night of heart, hustle, and high-level hockey—leaving fans on both sides buzzing.