Joining FriedgeHNIC and JeffMarek on the latest Ask31, John Tavares discussed his advice for Nick Robertson, his experience on the NHL's Return to Play Committee, and why the restart plans could bring a silver lining for his MapleLeafs.
Coaching a team with Stanley Cup aspirations is never easy, and assuming the role mid-season as Keefe did adds another layer of complexities to the mix — implementing redesigned lineups and systems on the fly, all while knowing there’s less room for error because there are fewer games left to be played.
If that’s what he could cook up in half a season on short notice, there’s at least the chance the time off to examine the ingredients in Toronto’s cupboard and a mini-camp to sample how they mix together could yield a more enticing final product.
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