Maple Leafs defenseman says he 'wouldn't want to be anywhere else'

""I think it's great, I love being in a market where there's so much passion," he said. "I can't imagine wanting to be in a different place where you wouldn't want to win. I really appreciate the passion; it's ingrained in everybody's blood here. I see bumper stickers all the time. I see kids with jerseys at school and I absolutely love it. Wouldn't want to be anywhere else.""

""Those moments, sporting events like that, being able to see it from the fan perspective kind of gives you a little bit of a different appreciation for when you're involved in it as well. So I've really enjoyed being in the city," he said."

Brandon Carlo was acquired from the Boston Bruins at the trade deadline and quickly became part of the Maple Leafs lineup. He experienced Toronto's intense fanbase during a playoff run that ended poorly but still expresses enthusiasm for the city's passion. Carlo notes visible signs of fandom such as bumper stickers and kids wearing jerseys and says he appreciates the ingrained desire to win. He also attended a memorable Blue Jays ALDS game, which deepened his appreciation for local sports culture. Carlo now turns his focus to the season opener against the Canadiens.

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