If you read the rumor mill and see all the reports it is heavily rumored that Jean-Sebastien Giguere may be heading to Toronto for Vesa Toskala. I have hinted around with this for almost a week and to me the Ducks are going to get the better deal if this happens.
It’ no secret that Vesa Toskala is having and off season but you need to look at the cast of characters that was in front of him for his 0-2-2 start. Don’t get me wrong, Jonas Gustausson was very solid as he made 35 saves in his first real challenge of the season when the Leafs beat Wings over the weekend. But 2 of his 3 wins came when Phil Kessel returned. For the time being Gustausson has earned #1 spot in Toronto which brings me to my point. Continue reading »
The Toronto Maple Leafs hit rock bottom early on this season waiting for their newly acquired superstar to debut in the line up. Being a Bruins fan, it it tough to write anything about Kessel but I have to be impartial so I will give credit, when credit is due.
The Leafs were off to a dismal start not winning until their 9th game and since Kessel’s return, they are 2-0-1. Kessel had a goal(game winner) and an assist last night when they hosted the Detroit Red Wings giving the Leafs their first home win of the season. Kessel also assisted on Jason Blake’s goal Friday night in their win at Carolina pushing The Canes to the cellar of the League.
Is Phil the answer to this team? I personally do not think it is but for the time being, they psychological presence is boosting the Leafs. Toronto line up is thin on the dept chart and they have major goaltender issues at the moment. There is rumors flying about the possible move of Vesa Toskala, yes again and I will talk about that in my next article.