Matthews no longer needed on penalty kill

Minton Contract

The recent contract extension for former prospect Fraser Minton emphasizes the missed opportunity by Toronto to retain a player now viewed as a long-term second-line center.

Power Play Revival

The Toronto power play unit anticipates a major tactical shift and improved production under new direction from Daniel Alfredson, supplemented by the arrival of Darren Raddysh.

PK Adjustments

The reliance on star players for penalty killing duties should decrease this season as the roster now features more defensive-minded bottom-six options like Colton Sissons.