William Nylander scored twice in the first period before adding an assist as Toronto built a big lead before holding on to beat the Florida Panthers 5-4 in the opener of the second-round series.

Game 1 between the Leafs and Panthers was… something. Lots going on. The Leafs dominating early. Sam Bennett ending Anthony Stolarz’ night in controversial fashion. The Panthers making it close late.

The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Florida Panthers 5-4 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Second Round at Scotiabank Arena on Monday. William Nylander had two goals and an assist in the first period,