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Sheldon Keefe Calls Out Key Defenceman After Recent Performances
In a recent chat, Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe had some words for defenseman Timothy Liljegren, urging him to elevate his game on the blue line.
"A guy we talk about daily in terms of needing & wanting more out of... We got to help him through it... need Lily to skate, move pucks well & get pucks to the net, defend the rush well & I don't think he's done that to the level that we expect or have seen."
Critics are questioning Keefe's comments, given Liljegren's consistent performance this year, notably missed during his injury absence.
«Are we watching different players? He's been one of their most consistent defensemen. We gotta get a fresh set of eyes on this thing.»
While Keefe may be pushing for more from one of his top defensemen, the public debate centers on whether this direct approach is aiding or hindering the chemistry in the Leafs' locker room.
Source: Houseofhockey
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| Yes | 55 | 44.4 % |
| No | 69 | 55.6 % |
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