Sheldon Keefe Says Leafs Are Looking to Deploy Mitch Marner on the Blue Line

In need of extra mojo, Sheldon Keefe said today his coaching staff are looking to deploy Mitch Marner on a defense pair with Morgan Reilly as an option during the regular season.

That is an interesting idea, to say the least.

Marner's game is mostly offense, so if the Leafs find themselves in need of offense, running four forwards at 5v5 could yield attractive results. The downside risk, on the other hand, needs no explanation. Although, it is worth noting that Marner's defensive game is criminally underrated.

The pairing of Marner and Reilly behind a forward line of Auston Matthews, John Tavares, and William Nylander will pack a serious punch as a five-man unit.

This is a bold tactic devised by Keefe and his staff. I hope it works out, and I hope more coaches follow suit. Because this type of stuff is awesome.

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