Maple Leafs Preseason Takeaways: McKenna Impresses, Bobrovsky Sharp
Gavin McKenna showed progress in two preseason games and could push for a larger role, possibly starting on the second line. Toronto also displayed a more aggressive rush attack under new head coach Jim Hiller. Matthew Knies' struggles were not seen as a major concern, and Sergei Bobrovsky turned in a strong performance.
... No markdown? Plain text. Good. Need maybe "EXPANDED:" and "CONTEXT:" labels. Fine. Double-check "drawn ONLY from material above" in expanded. We mention "Toronto split its exhibition slate, losing twice to Montreal and beating Ottawa twice." Material says lost both games against Montreal, won both against Ottawa. Good. "Gavin McKenna improved over two appearances, from unsettled first outing to commanding second." Material says first game jitters, second dominant. Good. "He may open on second line and has skated with Auston Matthews." Material says most likely start second line, saw some time with captain Auston Matthews. Good. "At five-on-five, Toronto controlled expected goals, scoring chances and high-danger chances while he was on ice, allowing none against." Material says advantage in expected goals 76.03%, scoring chances 75%, high danger 73.33%, wasn't on for goal against. Good. "Under Jim Hiller, club emphasizing quicker, possession-based breakouts instead of dump-and-cha