Craig Berube on the Leafs' progress since he was hired one year ago today: "The leadership group has grown... Our team has great buy-in... That is why it works"

Head coach Craig Berube addressed key aspects regarding the team, especially focusing on Matthew Knies' significance in the playoffs. He emphasized Knies' contributions, such as scoring vital goals and his overall impact on all facets of the game. The coach also provided insight into the team's preparations for Game 7, advising relaxation and rest while reflecting on the urgency and determination required for success. Additionally, the emotional anticipation of coaching during a Game 7 was highlighted, bringing a blend of anxiety and excitement.

I haven't seen him today. I don't have an update for you right now, but I will today at some point, for sure, as to how he is doing and how we will proceed going forward with him.

He touches every part of the game, for sure, and scored some big goals for us. He has been a very good player in the playoffs and throughout the season, putting in big goals for us around the net, being that net-front presence, and penalty killing.

Relax. Get rested. Focus on what we focused on in Game 6, really, with the way we played the game.

It's a lot like last night's game. You wait around for it all day, which is a little bit painful, but once it gets going, it is great.

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