Where things went off the rails for TOR

A real short post

Here’s a really simple recipe for building a high-performing team around a few core players:

1. Assemble a top D pair that is able to tilt the ice at 5v5

2. Deploy bottom-six Fs who are able to win their minutes, however modest

3. Minimize puck wastage when playing in possession

The Toronto Maple Leafs struggled on all three counts in the first round versus the Tamp…