Marner in the Middle

An early look at TOR's 2021-22 power play

In the opening chapter of Hockey Tactics 2021, I discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning’s power play scheme and and personnel. TBL’s deadly, precise 1-3-1 is an important reason why the team is able to repeat as Stanley Cup champions in an era of parity.

Others across the league, such as Toronto Maple Leafs assistant coach Spencer Carbery and TOR star Mitch Mar…