The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing a challenging period following the Winter Games break, posting a dismal 0-6-2 record since NHL play resumed. Their recent performance includes a 3-1 loss in Montreal and a 4-3 shootout loss to New Jersey, followed by a 6-2 defeat against the New York Rangers and a 5-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning.

In other sports news, the Toronto Raptors went 1-2 last week, with their sole victory being a 122-92 win over the Dallas Mavericks. This followed losses to the New York Knicks and the Minnesota Timberwolves. Canada's World Baseball Classic campaign began with a split, including an 8-2 win against Colombia and a 3-4 loss to Panama.

Additionally, parlay betting saw significant wins, with one digital customer netting $1,146.15 on a six-leg NHL parlay and a retail player winning $6,050.40 on an eight-leg NHL parlay.