The Maple Leafs held a special teams practice on Saturday at the Ford Performance Centre. Toronto opens its pre-season schedule on Sunday afternoon in Ottawa. Mark Masters has more.
The Maple Leafs held a special teams practice on Saturday at the Ford Performance Centre. Toronto opens its pre-season schedule on Sunday afternoon in Ottawa.
Since entering the National Hockey League during the 2014-15 season, Klingberg has produced 158 power-play points, which is 11th among all defencemen. "I've watched John play the power play for years now," the longest-serving Leaf said."He's one of the best in the league. His patience and puck skills are unmatched. To add him to a group that already has those forwards is a unique opportunity and it's a great chance for our team to improve off of what we did last year and for him to make a huge impact."
Rielly is hoping that Klingberg's addition will help the Leafs pass the Oilers and become the most dominant power play in the league. It won't be easy as Edmonton set a record by clicking at 32.4 per cent last season.
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