Leafs coach Sheldon Keefe comments on Nick Robertson's play since his call-up
When Maple Leafs training camp opened, many thought that prospect Nick Robertson was going to end up on the main roster. Unfortunately for him, Fraser Minten's performance was top notch and he won a spot, which forced Robertson to begin the season in the AHL. In his first 9 games with the Toronto Marlies this season, Robertson had five goals and 11 points and earned himself a look with the Leafs.
In his first 4 games with the Leafs this season Robertson has 2 goals and 4 points. Following the game, Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe was asked about Robertson's play and how well he has been able to look more comfortable this time around with the Leafs.
"I think so. We have talked a bunch about it. He is fitting in well with Max. The puck has been getting to good spots for that line. Whether it is Robertson scoring or Jarnkrok who has been on the end of plays, all three guys are working well together. Certainly, Robbie looks like he is in the right place. He is not focused on the goal. He is focused on playing well and having clean shifts. He is a good enough and talented enough player that when the puck gets to good spots and the game is well taken care of, all of a sudden, the opportunities start to come. You can use your skill from there. That is such an important thing for any young player trying to adjust to the league. Unless you learn to manage the game and learn to manage your shift, things just start to happen positively."
Keefe has been impressed with how Robertson rebounded from his season-ending shoulder injury last season and how well he has fit on the third line. Keefe had previously said that Robertson seemed to help get Domi's legs moving. The line of Robertson, Domi and Calle Jarnkrok has 9 points over its last three games and has given the Leafs some much needed secondary scoring.
The Leafs appear to have found a line that works both defensively and offensively, but more importantly it's nice to see Robertson being put in a situation to succeed - and credit to Robertson, he's doing just that with his tremendous play through 4 games.
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