The Leafs historically fare well in Pittsburgh too, so it was an optimal opportunity to get back on the winning side. Instead, the Penguins waxed the Maple Leafs, winning by a final score of 5-2.

This is where fall colors start to shine. Other pigments in the leaf take longer to break down, and especially in the sugar maple, are allowed to be present until the leaf degrades on the ground.

While it was a positive showing versus the Capitals, coming away with just one point is another example of the fact the Leafs aren't quite there yet.

WASHINGTON --This is a column about nothing. The Toronto Maple Leafs are learning the Stanley Cup Playoffs are like "Seinfeld," even though the playoffs are no joke. The TV show was supposed to be ...