Show Notes
Former Leaf and current Toronto Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan joins Nick Alberga and Jay Rosehill to discuss the Marlies’ 3-1-0 start, the importance of alignment between the AHL and NHL clubs, and putting his own stamp on a team coming off a Calder Cup championship. Plus, Sullivan reflects on working with the Leafs’ power play last season following Marc Savard’s departure, shares his thoughts on prospect Ben Danford’s development and injury status, and raves about Gavin McKenna’s confidence and abilities. He also discusses Artur Aktyamov’s potential as Toronto’s goalie of the future and what it’s like to be reunited with former teammate Mats Sundin in the Leafs organization.
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