Reporter unveils John Tavares' true feelings after losing the captaincy
TSN reporter Eric Macramalla recently shared his view on the Maple Leafs decision to strip John Tavares of his captaincy and being replaced by Auston Matthews.
Macramalla believes that Tavares is unhappy with the situation, despite the team's professional handling of the process, which reportedly involved Tavares in the decision.
Yesterday, NHL insider Darren Dreger revealed that Auston Matthews is set to be announced as the new captain tomorrow morning. This news surprised many fans, as there hadn't been any major roster changes recently. The timing of the announcement was unexpected, adding to the surprise.
The Leafs have stated that Tavares was involved in the decision to step down, suggesting he agreed to give up the captaincy voluntarily. However, Macramalla speculates that Tavares might have felt some personal embarrassment, given the team's recent playoff failures.
This speculation has sparked debate among Leafs fans. Some agree with Macramalla and suggest that Tavares might have been pressured into the decision or only informed just before the announcement.
On the other hand, many fans defend Tavares, arguing that he's always been a strong leader. They believe he likely anticipated a change in leadership and either suggested it himself or accepted it for the good of the team. This, they say, shows real leadership and understanding.
As for Matthews, fans are eager to see if he can lead the Leafs to playoff success, something Tavares' team struggled to achieve. Next season will be the first chance to find out.
Source:Eric Macramalla on X
Source: HockeyDBAuston Matthews & John Tavares Stats
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