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In a surprising turn of events, veteran enforcer Ryan Reaves is outscoring NHL superstar Connor McDavid early in the 2025 season. Reaves' two goals have surpassed McDavid's single tally, placing him ahead of other prominent scorers as well. This unexpected offensive surge has fans and the Toronto Maple Leafs questioning the narrative surrounding the player.
If anyone predicted Ryan Reaves would be outscoring Connor McDavid in 2025, they might’ve been escorted straight to the penalty box for delusion. Yet, the NHL has a knack for turning logic into slapstick comedy, and here we are: Reaves, the longtime enforcer built to protect stars, is suddenly lighting the lamp more often than the world’s most feared scorer.
Ryan Reaves’ shocking early-season impact has fans questioning reality
With his second-period goal against the Minnesota Wild, Reaves hit two goals on the year, surpassing McDavid’s single tally. Yes, that McDavid. The three-time Hart Trophy winner. The cheat-code skating at warp speed.To make the stat even wilder, Reaves has more goals than big-name finishers such as Steven Stamkos, Travis Konecny, Sam Bennett, and Alex DeBrincat. Collectively, that group exploded for 141 goals last season, while Reaves’ career point total lags behind that number.
Hockey logic? Nowhere to be found.
Fans online have whiplash from double-checking stat sheets. Some are celebrating the chaos. Others are waiting for the universe to correct itself. Reaves, though, looks like he’s having the time of his life in San Jose, whether it’s the sunny weather or simply the freedom of lower expectations.
Toronto can’t help but wonder what could’ve been
During his Maple Leafs tenure, Reaves was painted as a high-energy teammate who couldn’t quite move the needle on the ice.
He was eventually waived, buried in the AHL, and later shipped to San Jose for Henry Thrun, who still hasn’t debuted. Reaves wasn’t quiet about his frustration, even calling out fans for harsh criticism.Now that he’s firing pucks instead of just fists, Leafs Nation can’t help but wince. Where was this version when they needed depth scoring most?Sure, this run could be a spark that fizzles. But sports thrive on unlikely heroes, and Reaves turning into a goal-getting late bloomer is the kind of storyline that keeps fans glued to the chaos.For now, he’s outpacing some of the best on Earth. And even if it won’t last, it’s undeniably fun while it’s happening.Also Read: What happened to Mitch Love? Inside the investigation that cost the Capitals assistant coach his job
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