The Toronto Maple Leafs will have Martin Jones as the backup goaltender for Joseph Woll in their game against the Boston Bruins. The team called up Jones on an emergency basis due to Ilya Samsonov's illness. Jones was signed by the Maple Leafs in the offseason as their third goaltending option.

Why It Matters

This article highlights the decision by the Maple Leafs to have Martin Jones as the backup goaltender and the circumstances surrounding the choice.

By the Numbers
  • Martin Jones signed a one-year, $875,000 contract with the Maple Leafs on August 9.
  • Jones had a .887 save percentage with the Seattle Kraken during the 2022-23 NHL season.
  • In five games with the Toronto Marlies, Jones has a 2-1-1 record and an .870 save percentage.
  • Joseph Woll has a .949 save percentage in his last two starts and an overall save percentage of .917 this season.
State of Play
  • Martin Jones will be the backup goaltender for Joseph Woll in the game against the Boston Bruins.
  • Joseph Woll has been performing well and will make his fourth consecutive NHL start.