There has even been some effect. For a change, the Leafs occasionally appeared to be making a conscious attempt to put the puck in the general direction of the net. Often, they get the puck, take it to the boards and skate in ever-diminishing circles. But last night, the Toronto defencemen were firing at the net a bit more frequently. On the first attempt, Tomas Kaberle had two shots.
Hard work wins hockey games.