It's possible we caught both the Pens and Rangers flat-footed these past two games, but it's also possible we're witnessing the benefit of having defensive liability Bryan McCabe out of the lineup. Our D has looked great, Vesa Toskala has asserted himself as our #1 and we've enjoyed two efficient and effective victories on the road.
The Leafs play so much better away from the ACC. Perhaps Maurice should try a "stay in a hotel at home" stunt. Or, and this is an even better idea, it's time to shelve McCabe indefinitely with a "lower body ailment" and keep this current squad in front of Toskala. I could get used to efforts like this.
Current Record Last GamesSeason Leaders5-4-3
13 points
3rd in Northeast4-1 Win vs. NY Rangers
6-2 Win vs. Pittsburgh
5-4 Loss vs. AtlantaM. Sundin - 18
N. Antropov - 15
J. Blake - 12