Maple Leafs Goalie Anthony Stolarz Views Life as a Leaf Vastly Different From Mitch Marner
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Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz has a very different perspective of life as a Maple Leaf compared to Mitch Marner, who hated the pressure in Toronto.
Fully recovered from the concussion he suffered in Game 1 against the Florida Panthers, Anthony Stolarz has been back on the ice ahead of his return to Toronto for training camp.
Taking time out of his day, the 31-year-old Stanley Cup Champion joined EJ Hradek on the Toronto Sports Rush podcast where they discussed the Leafs' second-round loss to the Florida Panthers, the off-season additions and expectations for the upcoming season, along with what it's like being a member of the Maple Leafs.
Anthony Stolarz view on Toronto is Vastly Different than Mitch Marner's
Following his trade to Vegas, Marner subtly admitted that the pressure from the media and fans was part of his reason for wanting out of Toronto.
It didn't come as a surprise to many, given that his interactions with the media were chock full of disinterest and disdain during his last season, often looking like he didn't want to do be interviewed at all. While 9 years in Toronto will take its toll on almost anyone, Stolarz is entering his second season in Toronto and views life in "The Six" is vastly different than the former Leafs star.
"It was pretty fun. Obviously, you get there, and you kind of hear some stories about the media and the fans, but I thought it was a good year. It wasn't too much for me, I'm a pretty easygoing guy, so I think that helps. The biggest thing for me being in Toronto was just walking around and seeing how passionate the fans are. They live and breathe Toronto Maple Leafs hockey, so it's extra motivation for you as a player to go out there and deliver what they're all craving."
After what many called another disappointing end to the season, Stolarz and the Leafs are hoping the newest additions and added depth will help push the club deeper into the post-season while Stolarz will personally look to build on a stellar first season and land an extension in Toronto.
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