"Mentally we're fine": Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews preaches patience after loss as concerns over losing culture continue to grow

Toronto Maple Leafs suffered another disheartening loss in Nashville, falling 5-3 to the Predators. Despite showing flashes of improved play and holding leads, the team lacked the resolve to secure points. Captain Auston Matthews remains optimistic about the process, but the team's struggles, including being outshot, highlight the urgent need for execution to avoid a season-defining slump.

Toronto Maple Leafs suffered another disheartening loss in Nashville, falling 5-3 to the Predators. Despite showing flashes of improved play and holding leads, the team lacked the resolve to secure points. Captain Auston Matthews remains optimistic about the process, but the team's struggles, including being outshot, highlight the urgent need for execution to avoid a season-defining slump.