Bruce Boudreau makes a shocking statement regarding the maple leafs

Bruce Boudreau had a chat about the Toronto Maple Leafs and their offseason moves, shedding light on his take regarding the team's new acquisitions.

During an episode of the Leafs Morning Take podcast, Bruce Boudreau shared his thoughts on the Leafs' offseason roster changes. He sees both improvements and challenges in the mix.


As for Max Domi and Ryan O'Reilly, Boudreau gives the edge to O'Reilly, calling him the better fit. He also commented on the acquisition of Ryan Reaves, labeling him as a fourth-line player.



While the Leafs have seen some departures and arrivals, the core of their team remains a positive surprise for Boudreau. He believes the Leafs have the potential to maintain their previous season's success, at least during the regular season.

Boudreau's Take on the Top Six

Boudreau also discussed the recent struggles of Mitch Marner and Auston Matthews to rack up points over the past five games. Some have suggested splitting them up, but Boudreau believes it's too early for that.


Boudreau emphasizes that statistics can fluctuate, similar to baseball. He's not concerned about Mitch Marner's performance, stating he's one of the best players in the league. Boudreau also notes that goal scorers can go through dry spells but then catch fire in the following games.

Auston Matthews, with six goals in his first two games, showcases his scoring prowess. Boudreau isn't worried about Matthews either and believes he's an elite player.

In the end, Boudreau's message is clear: patience and time can bring consistency and expected performance from these star players.

Source: Hockeypatrol