Getting Sentimental: New captain, Spezza's role, Nylander's start & Barrie impressions
James Mirtle and Jonas Siegel discuss takeaways from the Maple Leafs season-opening win over the Senators, early indications about depth and contributions from players like Ilya Mikheyev, the visible growth of Marner and Nylander, as well as what can be learned from a tough schedule to open the first month of the season. Plus, they discuss John Tavares being named the 25th captain in franchise history and how the club handled the announcement, early signs from Auston Matthews with more powerplay opportunity, what to make of Mike Babcock's decision to scatch Jason Spezza, and first impressions of Tyson Barrie after his Leafs debut.
The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs · The Athletic
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