Do the Lakers need playoff success for Darvin Ham not to be fired?
Darvin Ham likely to keep his job for next season due to various reasons including injuries, offensive strategies, and team morale.
Despite challenges, Lakers management may prefer to retain Ham to avoid being the direct target of scrutiny and maintain stability within the team. [ more ]
Bruce Cassidy on the Leafs spreading out their top talent onto three lines: "I think it's going to help Toronto... Maybe the individual numbers aren't as good, but there is a better balance"
Checking well and staying disciplined while being opportunistic in scoring are keys against the Maple Leafs.
Splitting up top offensive talent across multiple lines can present challenges and advantages for teams. [ more ]