leafman101
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The Leafs didn't give up much last game.
True, but Columbus never produces much.
The Leafs didn't give up much last game.
The BJs forechecked aggressively. Wasn't just a passive ugly defensive shell.
Which is why I'm not too worried about playing Barrie higher up. Also, Keefe has last change and can control the comp he faces to some extent.True, but Columbus never produces much.
there's also a lot less holding and stick work these days....
Compared to 2005 sure, compared to 2015...meh.
Remember when they starting calling slashes on the hands or "tapping" after Crosby exploded that guys finger? That was a good week and a half.
Thing is, a lot of that small stuff is getting called in other series. Just not for the Leafs, and not for Tampa Bay so far either.
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Yep. Fake parity.It's a necessary component of the system. It acts as a drag against talent similar to the salary cap. it helps less skill teams/lower spending teams compete.