New Maple Leafs coach already making a massive impact with the team
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Toronto Maple Leafs assistant coach Steve Sullivan is helping the team with their power play, and against the Ottawa Senators, his work paid off for everyone.
Steve Sullivan was hired on Friday, just a few days after the firing of assistant coach Marc Savard, who was a disaster for the power play.
The Maple Leafs went into last night's game against the Ottawa Senators with the worst power play in the NHL, and it had plenty of fans up in arms.
Of course, the power play won't magically become good because of Sullivan. However, there is no denying that a new pair of eyes can be beneficial.
In fact, Sullivan was very impactful on Saturday, as the Leafs scored on their first two power plays of the game.
Steve Sullivan got the Maple Leafs power play going
Below, you can see the first goal of the game from the Leafs, and how it was a well-executed play that saw the Leafs get on the board first.
Sullivan was clearly very excited about what went down, and he tried to keep his excitement on the bench. After all, Savard was known for being too excited.
Tonight, Sullivan will get another chance to show what he can do, although this time it will be against the Detroit Red Wings.
The Leafs are on a two-game winning streak, and they are looking to keep their good fortunes going against one of the best teams in the Atlantic Division.
If they can keep the momentum going, they might just find themselves close to a playoff spot. Considering where they've been this season, that would be impressive.
Only time will tell whether or not Sullivan's influence leads to more success for this Leafs team.
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DECEMBRE 28 | 346 ANSWERS New Maple Leafs coach already making a massive impact with the team Do you believe Steve Sullivan was the right hire for the Toronto Maple Leafs? | ||
| YES | 302 | 87.3 % |
| NO | 44 | 12.7 % |
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