With Ryan Reaves in the lineup, the Maple Leafs suddenly have a much tougher team. He made some comments about another tough player in the league, Radko Gudas, whom the Leafs fans remember well.
Reaves Sends a Message to Other NHL Teams
Renowned for his fighting skills, Ryan Reaves never shies away from making a solid hit or standing his ground. When asked about his potential role with the Leafs and how he might handle situations like Radko Gudas confronting Joseph Woll after a series win, he was assertive.
Ryan Reaves, who says he'll be a loud presence in the room, was asked about what he can do on the ice. And when asked about preventing incidents like this, he responded, «I'd like to see him try it. It would be fun.»
New Leaf Ryan Reaves, when asked if there will be fewer moments like Radko Gudas roaring in Joseph Woll's face with him around, said, «I hope he tries that. It would be interesting.»
A Refreshed Leafs Squad with Key New Faces
This season, the Leafs will present the best edition of the team in a long time, with the additions of key players like Ryan Reaves, Max Domi, and Tyler Bertuzzi. While Bertuzzi is not typically seen as an enforcer, he possesses a talent that is accompanied by a willingness to step in when situations heat up.
Both Domi and Reaves will infuse the Leafs' third and fourth lines with the grit that seemed to be missing previously.