Over the course of 82 games, the Maple Leafs put together the most dominant season in the franchise’s 105-year history, and yet the legacy of this core won't really be measured until game No. 83. EmmySadler previews Toronto vs. Tampa Bay. ⬇
Over the course of 82 games, the Maple Leafs put together the most dominant season in the franchise’s 105-year history, racking up a plus-60 goal differential, putting on a masterclass in power-play performance, and playing the most complete hockey we’ve seen from this core.
That their path to playoff redemption now goes through the champs feels like an almost cruel joke from the hockey gods, but Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe insists they prefer it this way. Compare their cores, and you’ll see a lot of similarities: Sharp shooters up front with a skill-heavy top six depth that does not go unnnoticed, a blue line led by a blue-chip skater with the ability to quarterback the power-play, and a goalie that can get hot.
But superstar scorers won’t be what separates the Leafs and Lightning, considering Tampa’s own stable of elite goal-scorers. The difference will need to come down to depth – and in that regard, Toronto has really stepped things up.
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