Craig Berube on Steven Lorentz joining a line with David Kampf and Calle Jarnkrok: "It's a good line that you can trust in all situations... They can start in their own zone"
Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, and William Nylander are relied on heavily, raising concerns about player fatigue ahead of the Vegas game.
Craig Berube on inserting Ryan Reaves for the Leafs' matchup vs. Matt Rempe and the Rangers: "Reavo in the lineup maybe deters him from being as physical as he has been -- or their whole team, for that matter"
Ryan Reaves was reinserted into the lineup to deter opposing physicality ahead of the game against the New York Rangers.
Craig Berube on whether Mitch Marner's 100-point milestone could provide a boost heading into the postseason: "He's played really good hockey this year, so I don't know why it would end going into the playoffs"
The Maple Leafs clinched the Atlantic Division title with a strong team performance, highlighted by individual milestones.
Craig Berube on Steven Lorentz joining a line with David Kampf and Calle Jarnkrok: "It's a good line that you can trust in all situations... They can start in their own zone"
Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, and William Nylander are relied on heavily, raising concerns about player fatigue ahead of the Vegas game.
Craig Berube on inserting Ryan Reaves for the Leafs' matchup vs. Matt Rempe and the Rangers: "Reavo in the lineup maybe deters him from being as physical as he has been -- or their whole team, for that matter"
Ryan Reaves was reinserted into the lineup to deter opposing physicality ahead of the game against the New York Rangers.
Craig Berube on whether Mitch Marner's 100-point milestone could provide a boost heading into the postseason: "He's played really good hockey this year, so I don't know why it would end going into the playoffs"
The Maple Leafs clinched the Atlantic Division title with a strong team performance, highlighted by individual milestones.
Craig Berube on Auston Matthews' progress towards a return: "There is no timeline, and I know we are all looking for one, but he's going in the right direction"
Auston Matthews is making progress in recovery, participating in full practices, though he won't play in the upcoming game against the Islanders.
Craig Berube on Auston Matthews' progress towards a return: "There is no timeline, and I know we are all looking for one, but he's going in the right direction"
Auston Matthews is making progress in recovery, participating in full practices, though he won't play in the upcoming game against the Islanders.
Craig Berube on the Leafs ranking second-best in the NHL in goals against: "We protect the middle of the ice as best as we can, and we try not to give up odd-man rushes"
The Maple Leafs showcased strong defensive play and patience, ultimately securing a win through teamwork and strategic adjustments.
Craig Berube on the Leafs ranking second-best in the NHL in goals against: "We protect the middle of the ice as best as we can, and we try not to give up odd-man rushes"
The Maple Leafs showcased strong defensive play and patience, ultimately securing a win through teamwork and strategic adjustments.
Craig Berube on the Leafs running a five-forward power play unit: "I really like Knies at the net, and I really like Tavares in the bumper... It's about making it all work"
Auston Matthews' return is a significant boost for the team, reflecting the captain's importance and impact on play.
Craig Berube on his impressions of Pontus Holmberg's game: "A versatile guy who can play wing or center, and a good PKer.... I like that he hangs onto pucks and is strong on it"
Auston Matthews' absence from practice is due to maintenance, indicating a precautionary measure rather than a serious concern.