Toronto Maple Leafs forward John Tavares opened up about his concussion scare after a hard hit from Ottawa Senators ’ Artem Zub during Game 4 of their first-round playoff series. Tavares left the game early in overtime following a hit to the head that triggered removal by an NHL concussion spotter.

For the 15th time since 2018, the Maple Leafs have an opportunity to win a series-clinching game. Still up 3-2 in their first round series, the mood around the Leafs has certainly shifted after their dispirited 4-0 loss to the Senators in Game 5.

Tavares is even more important with the chance to eliminate the Senators for another crucial reason. When the Leafs have their opportunity to end a series, their star players stru