As the Toronto Maple Leafs prepare for their pivotal Game 7, reminiscent of their last significant playoff run in 2002, a focus on foundational strategies is key. Emphasizing net presence, blue line management, and effective special teams, the team aims to capitalize on adjustments made in the previous games. Notably, the penalty kill has shown strong performance, while the power play needs improvement. Mental readiness, maintaining composure, and leveraging home-ice advantage are critical as the Leafs look to make a significant playoff statement this season.
What I saw in Game 6 in Florida and in Game 6 in Ottawa - those types of games, and how we played them with patience and discipline, while simplifying with the puck and playing to our identity.
The Leafs' penalty kill was really effective in Game 6, on the back of really good neutral zone and in-zone pressure that rarely allowed the Panthers' power play to set up.
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