#defensive-pairings tag

Craig Berube on Troy Stecher's impact on the Leafs: "This guy is legit.. He has some snarl and isn't afraid to speak up, to the other team or to our team... I really like what he brings"

Matt Benning debuts for the Leafs, Troy Stecher pairs with Morgan Rielly, and Stecher provides reliable, competitive play and leadership.

fromMaple Leafs Hotstove

1 week ago

Craig Berube on the hiring of Steve Sullivan to run the Leafs' power play: "A new voice, and some different setups going forward"

It was a good win before the break. We went with a positive attitude into the break. Those days off are important, for sure. It's a little reset that can bring some energy tonight. We have to do a lot of the same things we did in the last game.

National Hockey League

Boston Bruins

fromBoston Herald

1 month ago

Bruins' Charlie McAvoy underwent facial surgery, no timeline for return

Charlie McAvoy underwent facial surgery after being hit by a slapshot and has no timeline for returning to the Boston Bruins lineup.

Boston Bruins

fromEditor In Leaf

1 month ago

Maple Leafs running back same blue line vs. Bruins, despite defensive failures

The Maple Leafs retained the same defensive pairing despite defensive lapses and should consider benching Simon Benoit and Philippe Myers for more reliable options.

National Hockey League

fromMaple Leafs Hotstove

2 months ago

Craig Berube on the message to Nick Robertson & Bobby McMann on the Matthews line: "Don't change who you are as a player because you are playing with Auston Matthews"

Injury-affected players and defensive read breakdowns have hurt performance, while goal scoring and familiarity among defensive pairings create reasons for optimism.

#new-york-rangers

fromBlue Seat Blogs

3 months ago