Craig Berube on the Leafs' impressive win over Boston: "Special teams were huge, and the goalie was great"The Maple Leafs' power play excelled with three goals, showcasing their effective passing and shooting strategy against the Bruins.
Brad Treliving on the heat Mitch Marner faced over the offseason in Toronto: "He took far too much criticism... We are fortunate to have Mitch... He's a star"Excitement is high for the upcoming season, with a competitive training camp and new leadership under Craig Berube.
Craig Berube on Auston Matthews going five games without a goal: "He had six shots last game, and three or four of them were very dangerous... They will go in"Pontus Holmberg's penalty-drawing skills and the need for improved execution from the Nylander-Tavares-Marner line were focal points for coach Berube.
Craig Berube on shuffling the Leafs' defense pairs ahead of the McDavid-Draisaitl matchup: "They play so many minutes... We need the top four to be really good"Tavares and Knies are expected to return soon, boosting the team's overall performance.
Craig Berube on Dennis Hildeby's performance in the Leafs' 5-1 loss to Columbus: "He has to have the first one, but whatever... I am not going to blame the goalie... We had to score some goals"The team struggled to convert opportunities into goals despite dominating possession, leading to a disappointing loss.
Craig Berube after the Leafs' third straight win over Tampa: "Knies is really playing that power-forward type of game to a tee... It really helps the (first) line"Craig Berube praised the team's strong mindset and performance against a formidable opponent after their recent game.
Craig Berube on the Leafs' impressive win over Boston: "Special teams were huge, and the goalie was great"The Maple Leafs' power play excelled with three goals, showcasing their effective passing and shooting strategy against the Bruins.
Brad Treliving on the heat Mitch Marner faced over the offseason in Toronto: "He took far too much criticism... We are fortunate to have Mitch... He's a star"Excitement is high for the upcoming season, with a competitive training camp and new leadership under Craig Berube.
Craig Berube on Auston Matthews going five games without a goal: "He had six shots last game, and three or four of them were very dangerous... They will go in"Pontus Holmberg's penalty-drawing skills and the need for improved execution from the Nylander-Tavares-Marner line were focal points for coach Berube.
Craig Berube on shuffling the Leafs' defense pairs ahead of the McDavid-Draisaitl matchup: "They play so many minutes... We need the top four to be really good"Tavares and Knies are expected to return soon, boosting the team's overall performance.
Craig Berube on Dennis Hildeby's performance in the Leafs' 5-1 loss to Columbus: "He has to have the first one, but whatever... I am not going to blame the goalie... We had to score some goals"The team struggled to convert opportunities into goals despite dominating possession, leading to a disappointing loss.
Craig Berube after the Leafs' third straight win over Tampa: "Knies is really playing that power-forward type of game to a tee... It really helps the (first) line"Craig Berube praised the team's strong mindset and performance against a formidable opponent after their recent game.
Craig Berube on his plans to change the style and system as Maple Leafs head coach: "I'm not here to take the sticks out of the [skilled] guys' hands, but there has to be an identity, and we want to play a fast, aggressive north-south game"Craig Berube intends to implement a north-south playing style while leveraging the team's high-end skill to enhance competitiveness.
Craig Berube on the mindset during John Tavares' week-to-week absence: "When Auston was out, we played a real strong team game every night"Craig Berube stresses the importance of teamwork and adaptations in response to John Tavares' week-to-week injury.
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.
Source: Ex-Blues coach Berube getting Leafs jobThe Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Craig Berube as their new head coach.
Berube welcomes challenge of building talent-laden Leafs to push over playoff hump | CBC SportsCraig Berube aims to help Toronto Maple Leafs progress in playoffs with talented team.
Craig Berube on his plans to change the style and system as Maple Leafs head coach: "I'm not here to take the sticks out of the [skilled] guys' hands, but there has to be an identity, and we want to play a fast, aggressive north-south game"Craig Berube intends to implement a north-south playing style while leveraging the team's high-end skill to enhance competitiveness.
Craig Berube on the mindset during John Tavares' week-to-week absence: "When Auston was out, we played a real strong team game every night"Craig Berube stresses the importance of teamwork and adaptations in response to John Tavares' week-to-week injury.
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.
Source: Ex-Blues coach Berube getting Leafs jobThe Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Craig Berube as their new head coach.
Berube welcomes challenge of building talent-laden Leafs to push over playoff hump | CBC SportsCraig Berube aims to help Toronto Maple Leafs progress in playoffs with talented team.
Craig Berube on the fans booing after the Leafs' third straight loss: "They pay good money to see hockey, and they want to see us win... That's the way it goes"The Blues are struggling with execution and need to capitalize on power play opportunities to improve team performance.
Craig Berube on Mitch Marner's natural hat trick vs. Detroit: "The difference for me: He is shooting the puck"The Maple Leafs improved defensively, leading to their win against the Red Wings, marked by strong attention to detail.Mitch Marner's shooting and scoring were critical to the team's success against Detroit.
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 scoring two or fewer for the second straight loss: "We need some guys to contribute in the bottom six"The team needs to improve urgency in key moments to avoid penalties and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Craig Berube on Mitch Marner's natural hat trick vs. Detroit: "The difference for me: He is shooting the puck"The Maple Leafs improved defensively, leading to their win against the Red Wings, marked by strong attention to detail.Mitch Marner's shooting and scoring were critical to the team's success against Detroit.
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 scoring two or fewer for the second straight loss: "We need some guys to contribute in the bottom six"The team needs to improve urgency in key moments to avoid penalties and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Craig Berube on Mitch Marner leading the Leafs in ice time as a forward: "He has a great engine, and I don't see him get too gassed or lose much energy very often"Jake McCabe is absent due to health issues, but coach Berube remains optimistic about his return for the weekend.
Craig Berube on Ryan Reaves' five-game suspension: "He is a clean player for his role... There was no intent"Auston Matthews is improving post-injury, and Matthew Knies' presence is critical for the team's success, emphasizing the need for mental and physical resilience.
Craig Berube on John Tavares' first training camp since handing off the captaincy: "He hasn't changed. Great pro. Great leader. Same guy."Successful training camp emphasizes timing, physicality, and experimentation with line combinations ahead of the first preseason game.