Joseph Woll Activated from Injured Reserve, Set to Debut Against St. Louis Blues
The Toronto Maple Leafs have officially activated goaltender Joseph Woll from injured reserve, and he is set to make his much-anticipated season debut against the St. Louis Blues. After missing the early part of the 2024-25 NHL season due to injury, Woll’s return is a major boost for the Leafs as they continue their campaign with hopes of deep playoff contention.
Woll, who had a breakout performance during the 2023-24 season, earning himself a spot as one of the Leafs’ key goaltenders, was sidelined with a lower-body injury sustained in preseason action. His recovery has been closely monitored by both the team and fans eager to see the young netminder back between the pipes.
Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe confirmed Woll’s return in a press briefing, stating, “Joseph has been working hard to get back to 100%. He’s looked sharp in practice, and we believe he’s ready to go. We’re excited to have him back in the lineup, and he’s earned this start.”
Woll, who emerged as a reliable option for the Leafs in net last season, played a crucial role during the playoffs when starting goalie Ilya Samsonov struggled with inconsistency. His calm presence and athleticism earned him praise from teammates and coaches alike, and he will now be expected to carry that form into his first game of the new season.
The timing of Woll’s return is ideal for Toronto, who have faced a few defensive struggles in recent games. The Leafs will be looking to bounce back against a St. Louis Blues team that has shown offensive firepower early this season, making Woll’s debut an important moment for both him and the team.
Fans will be watching closely as Woll takes the ice, hoping he can once again showcase the potential that has made him one of the rising stars in the NHL. His performance against the Blues could set the tone for his role moving forward in Toronto’s goaltending rotation.
