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Matt Murray, Ilya Samsonov begin their Leaf journey

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Matt Murray, Ilya Samsonov begin their Leaf journey

Matt Murray and Ilya Samsonov are Toronto's new starting goalkeepers. They are both experienced and good in the NHL. Sheldon Keefe is optimistic about their development. The team's Stanley Cup odds have increased since they were acquired. The first game of the season is Wednesday at the Bell Centre. Ilyas Samsonova starts the next night at home versus Washington. Matt Murray is the projected No. 1. He is a Cup winner with Pittsburgh and Ottawa Senators. Keefa has known Murray since their OHL days in Sault Ste. Marie. Murray has impressed Auston Matthews.

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