"I've put Maccelli there for more puck touches. They are not getting enough puck touches in the offensive zone. They're not getting there enough, and when they do get there, it is in and out. It's a little more control with the puck. This guy can make plays. He has done a good job, in my opinion, of hanging onto pucks in the offensive zone in the first few games."
"He is a guy who is good down low in the offensive zone. We're looking to get that line some more possession down there and some more plays. He does that stuff. He is a great hounder, too. He gets on top of things, is strong on pucks, and hangs onto pucks. That is why I made the switch. He's obviously a hungry guy. He has wanted to play; that is"
Maple Leafs rearranged forward lines ahead of a home-and-home rematch with the Red Wings, inserting Easton Cowan to boost possession. Head coach Craig Berube demanded a stronger response after Saturday's game, calling for improved checking, better execution in the second period and a full 60-minute effort. The Maccelli-Tavares-Nylander line was adjusted to create more offensive-zone puck touches and sustained pressure, with emphasis on a hounding forecheck. Easton Cowan was added to the Matthews-Knies line for his ability to win pucks low, maintain possession and generate plays, and he was described as hungry and ready for an NHL debut.
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