The Marchenko Bet & The Leafs’ Possession Play, Sundin’s Push for Bobrovsky, Second-Line Struggles — Maple Leafs Notebook mapleleafshotstove.com

A Maple Leafs notebook argues that Toronto’s offseason focus on puck possession is evident in Kirill Marchenko’s ability to drive play alongside Auston Matthews, though the team still struggles to sustain strong play and its second line has been ineffective. It also reports that Mats Sundin pushed for the acquisition of goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky, while GM John Chayka initially preferred to address the team’s defense and forwards.