"The main reason we forgot about Rielly was because the team's record is so good without him. Since 2022, the Leafs have a 24-5-1 record, which is hard to ignore. If you're pro-Rielly, you'd say that the team is playing extra hard during those games as a unit and the record isn't sustainable in the long run becuase you're missing your "best" defenseman."
"Fans may argue about Rielly, but they would all agree that the team is better with Chris Tanev. The 36 year old defenseman has only played 11 games this year, but it's possible he returns soon. It's not the most optimistic quote but Berube said the following about Tanev: "He's going to skate here for the next few days on his own and see where he's at." (via: The Toronto Sun)"
The Olympic break provided the Maple Leafs time to rest and recover ahead of the stretch run. Three players who were ailing prior to the break are Morgan Rielly, Chris Tanev and Dakota Joshua. The Leafs have a 24-5-1 record without Rielly since 2022, fueling debate over his value while he holds a no-trade clause and is slated to return February 25. Chris Tanev, 36, has played only 11 games and is skating on his own with uncertain availability; there is speculation he could sit out the remainder of the season. Dakota Joshua has not played since lacerating his kidney on December 28.
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