Under Craig Berube, the Maple Leafs have looked impressive so far in the 2023-24 NHL season. Toronto is battling for the top spot in the Atlantic Division and looks like a lock for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, the real test for this team will come in the postseason, where they must put away the ghosts from the past.
Tavares’ tenure in Toronto has been very good statiscally, but it has failed to break the hex for the Maple Leafs. With Tavares, the Maple Leafs only made it past the first round once, and were immediately gentleman swept by the Florida Panthers. It’s definitely been a frustrating ride, and one that’s been on repeat for fans in The Six
Though it feels like the season always end with a sour taste for the Maple Leafs, Tavares has enjoyed his stay in Toronto and has made a very honest revelation on his wish for the future.
“I’ve said it before, I would love to stay and hope it works out,” Tavares confessed, via NHL.com. “I think that’s, that’s my goal and my intention. Aside from not being able to help bring a Stanley Cup here, it’s been everything I could hope for. In fact, it’s been even better than I thought, to be honest.”
