5 amazing photos from a crazy Centennial Classic
Everyone can breathe now.
After one of the most furious 20 minutes of hockey seen in years, it's safe to say that the Centennial Classic was an overwhelming success, thanks in part to Auston Matthews, who ultimately brought the house down.
In all, the game will go down as one of the more memorable outdoor games, but it could have been remembered as the second-most devastating 4-1 third-period meltdown in Maple Leafs history.
It was a sight to be seen. So, with that, here are some of the best photos of the night:
Celebrating 100 years of hockey greatness.
'#TMLtalk #CentennialClassic #NHL100 pic.twitter.com/ttbYRpQ17a
- Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) January 1, 2017
An up close and personal view of the action.
And we're back! 2nd period is underway, scoreless in Toronto. #LGRW #CentennialClassic #DETvsTOR
- Detroit Red Wings (@DetroitRedWings) January 1, 2017
: NBC
: @971theticketxyt pic.twitter.com/3KNEeuTf5s
The face you make when you tie the game with 1.1 seconds on the clock.
The Maple Leafs weren't exactly riding a wave of confidence towards the end of the third period.
In the end, it was the rookie sensation bringing a sigh of relief to his teammates.
Honorable Mention
It's tough to pick a favorite player sometimes, just ask this fan.
No. 79 appears to be the sum of 16+34+29 (the numbers of Mitch Marner, Auston Matthews, and William Nylander).
A fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs' young players (Dave)
A photo posted by Yahoo Puck Daddy (@jerseyfouls) on Jan 1, 2017 at 11:57am PST
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