Pre-Game Talk: Leafs look to rebound against Ducks from Anaheim - Oct 30th

[TonsofPuppies]

I think we will see a big Leafs win today with Leafs winning by 4 goals. IMO

Hard to imagine we will not see a big statement today and the opposition being near the bottom in goals for and goals against make this a perfect opportunity for the Leafs.

 

[robertmac43]

Just win please and thank you. I don't care how tonight.

 

[Nineteen67]

Not good, eh? They’ve declined in almost every one of the “reporter” stats.

 

[Niagara Bill]

Honestly, hope Keefe sends a message.

Bench one of Matthews/Marner. Don't play Holl, Or NAK. Gotta show some discipline, it seems like the players have more control over the team than the coaching staff, that's a problem.

Robertson - Tavares - Nylander
Bunting - Kerfoot - Marner
Engvall - Jarnkrok - Malgin
Simmonds- Kampf - ZAR

Rielly - Sandin
Giordano - Brodie
Kral - Mete

I understand that this lineup looks horrible. But at this point, we gotta show some discipline, show that poor play results in consequences. We cannot be complacent, we've let Samsonov left out to dry due to poor effort.

Also not sure why Keefe split the second line, I think Robertson should be there, despite Kerfoot's recent play.

I can accept the concept of resting AM but 2 issues.
Why are both Engval and Malgin on the ice
And most important, what is Rielly doing on top d unit.

 

[TOGuy14]

If the Leafs lose this game and look disinterested I have to assume someone is getting fired and/or a big trade is coming.

 

[HEAVY DUTY]

If we lose against the Ducks, Keefe needs to be gone.

 

[egd27]

For all the "last year" comparison posters......last season after the poor start, they went 15-2.

I'll take any bets from anyone that thinks they'll do that again.

 

[glue]

It’s the same story, pressure is getting to them. The fact that Dubas didn’t get an extension and now their off to a rough start, they know the writing is on the wall, and they can’t seem to get it together. We’ll see, but I expect the Ducks to play their heart out since they know their bad anyway and have nothing to lose. Beating the leafs and sending the fan base and organization into a frenzy will be hard for the Ducks to resist. I expect leafs as usual buckle under pressure

 

[TheGroceryStick]

I mean... it's not anymore assuring to compare to previous years, is it?


I fully expect Zegras and McTavish to go off/having fun.

 

[Mr_Fun]

Maybe Kallgren can steal one for us tonight

 

[egd27]

If we win or lose against the Ducks, Keefe needs to be gone.

 

[Darcy Tucker]

The Leafs are non-binary. Need to start establishing an identity.

 

[egd27]

It’s the same story, pressure is getting to them. The fact that Dubas didn’t get an extension and now their off to a rough start, they know the writing is on the wall, and they can’t seem to get it together. We’ll see, but I expect the Ducks to play their heart out since they know their bad anyway and have nothing to lose. Beating the leafs and sending the fan base and organization into a frenzy will be hard for the Ducks to resist. I expect leafs as usual buckle under pressure

All the Ducks need to do is come out strong, and "park the bus" in their own zone. Simple to execute game plan.

 

[BTP]

Im prepared guys, this will be the most embarrassing loss of the season. I expect a 4-1 loss tonight.

Then we wake up at home vs Boston and go on a run.

You all know thats how this is going to go.

GLG

 

[PROUD PAPA]

I need to see the effort tonight. If they have any pride or will to win they'll play hard, pissy about a few words from the coach or not.
If not the question becomes where to make the first cut as the butchering of the lifeless carcass begins.

 

[IPS]

The Leafs are non-binary. Need to start establishing an identity.

Kyle probably thinks that's a good thing.

 

[Leaf4Life79]

Honestly, hope Keefe sends a message.

Bench one of Matthews/Marner. Don't play Holl, Or NAK. Gotta show some discipline, it seems like the players have more control over the team than the coaching staff, that's a problem.

Robertson - Tavares - Nylander
Bunting - Kerfoot - Marner
Engvall - Jarnkrok - Malgin
Simmonds- Kampf - ZAR

Rielly - Sandin
Giordano - Brodie
Kral - Mete

I understand that this lineup looks horrible. But at this point, we gotta show some discipline, show that poor play results in consequences. We cannot be complacent, we've let Samsonov left out to dry due to poor effort.

Also not sure why Keefe split the second line, I think Robertson should be there, despite Kerfoot's recent play.

Haha.... there is zero chance Matthews gets benched!

 

[SprDaVE]

If we lose against the Ducks, Keefe needs to be gone.

Don't think it'll be a fun Monday for a lot of people if they lose or if they look bad but somehow win.

 

[Torontonian]

If there's any team to get your game back tonight and slump some poor performances and busts tonight is the night to do it.

Mind you Toronto will play poorly for first 30 mins and will say its because of the back2back.

 

[leafsfan5]

It's impressive how much this fanbase gets abused by the team, yet many still make excuses for them

 

[TonsofPuppies]

It's impressive how much this fanbase gets abused by the team, yet many still makes excuses for them

An explanation.

 

[Gabriel426]

It will be interesting to see what happens when they lose tonight, but I have a feeling they will win but it is only delaying the inevitable.

 

[saltming]

For all the "last year" comparison posters......last season after the poor start, they went 15-2.

I'll take any bets from anyone that thinks they'll do that again.

They are playing worse this year this far

It's impressive how much this fanbase gets abused by the team, yet many still makes excuses for them

Not sure if this is an excuse or just some facts?
I think the team is playing like crap this year than last, but it's a reality check to me, that the season is still very young and I should hold off on the panic, for now.

 

[Kiwi]

No excuses tonight

No wonder Keefe looks lost, I'd be dead behind the eyes if I had to watch these guys as well

 

[ULF_55]

Man the heat will be so hot if they lose tonight.

Also, I ran the draft lotto simulator and with a 3.5% chance we moved up to 1st on my one and only sim. It’s a sign.

Matthews is tanking!