Leafs’ Andersen expected to start Wednesday after 23-game absence

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe said he plans to start Frederik Andersen between the pipes Wednesday against the Ottawa Senators, according to TSN's Mark Masters.

Andersen hasn't played since March 19 due to a knee injury.

The 31-year-old started two games with the AHL's Toronto Marlies this past week on a conditioning stint, stopping 46 of 52 shots for an .885 save percentage.

The 2020-21 campaign has been easily Andersen's worst in the NHL. He's posted an .897 save percentage and a 2.91 goals-against average in 23 appearances.

Toronto has two regular-season games left before the playoffs begin.

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