New Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube recently opened up about his decision to join the team, citing the allure of the Leafs' Core 4 as a key factor.
Craig Berube says his decision to become the Leafs new head coach was because he was attracted to the Leafs Core 4. 🍁
The core player group is great here. That was definitely one of the attractions to come and coach this team. If you look at the roster, there are great players, and it's a great opportunity to build a team that can move forward and become something
Berube is well aware of the potential within this group despite their past playoff disappointments, losing seven of the last eight years in the first round.
With a strong belief that they can go deeper in the playoffs by playing the right way consistently throughout the season, he aims to instill a style reminiscent of the 2019 Blues, whom he guided to a Stanley Cup victory. He wants to play north and fast.
He wants his players to embrace a north and fast-paced style of play, mirroring the successful approach of his championship-winning team.