Smart Leafs fans gotta think the Leafs defence isn't going to be as good as last years. And the Leafs just might not be as good as last years team. Dubas has done a good job patching things for 2019/20. But Leafs have to look long term. At least two ELC prospects will be on the team in 2020/21, along with Reilly and Dermot. The expiring contracts of Muzzin, Barrie and Ceci will give cap space to sign some NHLer next summer.
But even this team. Reilly, Muzzin, Dermot, Barrie, Ceci, Harper, Holl and Marincin....that's eight. isn't all bad.