Craig Berube Teases Changes to Leafs' Lineup for Game 5 After Humbling Game 4 Loss
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The Maple Leafs were dominated in Game 4, which led to head coach Craig Berube suggesting changes to the Leafs' lineup ahead of Game 5 on Wednesday.
Despite falling in overtime to the Panthers in Game 3, the Leafs stuck with the same lineup for Game 4.
Unfortunately, they were dominated in all facets of Game 4, and if it wasn't for Joseph Woll, they would have been blown out by the Panthers.
Following their Game 4 loss, Craig Berube was asked about the potential of making lineup changes ahead of Game 5 on Wednesday.
"For sure, we will talk about it. We will look at a couple of different options for what is best for the team. We have a couple of days to think about it and see if we feel that it is a better option."
With the Leafs struggling to get contributions from the bottom-six, it may be the opportunity for Nicholas Robertson to draw back into the lineup after being swapped out ahead of Game 3 against the Ottawa Senators in the first round.
The 23-year-old has a knack for scoring in his return to the lineup after being healthy scratched and his offensive skill set would provide the Leafs with a little bit more scoring ability lower in the lineup.
Something to watch for is whether or not the Leafs opt to swap Mitch Marner and William Nylander for Game 5, elevating Nylander to the top line. The team briefly made this switch in the 3rd period of Game 4 before switching back. We should find out during today's practice if this is something Berube is considering.
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