"Saturday night's performance was a downright disgrace. That's where the conversation started on the Monday edition of Leafs Morning Take. We didn't mince words either. The Leafs didn't show up for the second straight game. That said, the fan base has almost become numb to that type of display over the past decade."
"That was the most candid and frank Auston Matthews has been as captain. He called the game embarrassing, even going as far as to question the team's pride. Meantime, Craig Berube echoed some of the same sentiments. This team lacks cohesion and connection. They don't play as a team."
"Captaining Team USA to Olympic Gold, something that had not been done since 1980, is no joke. Having said all that, there's no question Matthews - along with everyone else - need to elevate their play moving forward. As a team and individually, they've been a tough watch since returning to play."
The Toronto Maple Leafs have struggled significantly, losing three straight games and being outscored 14-5 since returning from the Olympic break. Saturday's performance was particularly poor, prompting candid criticism from captain Auston Matthews, who called the game embarrassing and questioned the team's pride. Coach Craig Berube echoed concerns about lacking cohesion and teamwork. With the trade deadline approaching Friday at 3 P.M., the organization appears open to major roster adjustments. Despite Matthews' Olympic Gold medal achievement captaining Team USA, the team's overall performance remains disappointing. Bobby McMann is expected to skate with Matthews and William Nylander against Philadelphia.
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