After another clunky performance, the Toronto Maple Leafs find themselves facing more questions than answers. Zack Phillips breaks down every angle of the Leafs’ loss to the Carolina Hurricanes — from the continued sloppy play and lack of focus to the inconsistency from the top line of Auston Matthews, William Nylander, and Matthew Knies. He dives into Dennis Hildeby’s night in goal, Nic Robertson’s growing confidence beside John Tavares and Bobby McMann, and how the injury to Scott Laughton forced Craig Berube to juggle his lines. Zack also calls out the team’s lack of urgency, poor puck management, and ongoing power-play issues while defending why this roster isn’t broken — just unfocused. Plus, he shares his Bet365 Best Bet and updates his season ROI as the Leafs try to rediscover their identity.

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