Mitch Marner and Morgan Rielly faced criticism after the Maple Leafs' tough loss to the Bruins in game 7. Both players didn't speak to the media afterward, which raised eyebrows. They were involved in the Bruins' winning goal, with Marner not pushing enough and Rielly lacking speed.
Leadership is crucial, especially when things go wrong. Fans were disappointed that Marner and Rielly didn't step up to address their mistakes, considering their roles on the team and their salaries.
While some might understand Marner's frustration with the media scrutiny he's faced throughout the series, it's still important for players to take responsibility, even in tough times.