Why Gavin McKenna is set for the spotlight as his Maple Leafs career starts
Maple Leafs coach Jim Hiller wouldn't reveal where Gavin McKenna will play when on-ice camp sessions start on Thursday.
Toronto - Auston Matthews, the Maple Leafs captain, wanted to take his time reflecting on the Toronto team's off-season changes. The team had just endured its worst season in a decade and his career, and Matthews was keen to allow himself time to process the significant shifts that had taken place. Following a summer of major changes across the organization, Matthews was ready to face the new season with a positive attitude.
He met with the media on Wednesday, as Toronto's training camp began with physicals, and showed his support for new general manager John Chayka, who had led a frantic 19-week process since taking charge in May. Matthews spoke highly of Chayka's impact, stating that he had made "some great changes" to the roster. The Maple Leafs, who finished last in the Atlantic Division last season with just 78 points, are set to kick off the regular season on September 29 at home against the Montreal Canadiens.
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