The Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing to face off against Florida in the fifth game, with an aim to reduce the current 3-1 series lead held by Florida. The team seems to have discovered a strategy that's paying off.
In an unexpected move that's shocked many Leafs fans, head coach Sheldon Keefe has decided to stick with his team's existing line-up. Keefe is well-known for habitually shuffling his team's lines before games, a practice which can seriously hamper player chemistry and potentially undermine confidence leading to less team spirit overall.
In the wake of Matthew Knies' absence, the Maple Leafs will continue with 11 forwards and 7 defensemen. This strategy, however, has drawn criticism from some quarters as Justin Holl is included in the seven-man defense team. Whether this decision will prove fruitful for Coach Keefe or potentially destroy The Leafs chances remains to be seen.