Matthew Bnies gets in the spotlight for the Toronto Maple Leafs, and he wants fans to keep him responsible. In just 22, the winger embraces the extra responsibility after the departure of Mitch Marner to Vegas, knowing that the team will rely on him more than ever this season.
“This summer I realized that I had to perform better and take a greater role,” said Byies. “If necessary and expected, I am ready.”
Knies wants the pressure and expects fans to be Van Streek
Knee told Athletics He would actually be upset if fans did not respond if he struggles and regards criticism as motivation instead of a distraction. “To be honest, I like it so much that there are so many people who have invested in our group. I would be angry with fans if they were not unhappy with my game if I didn’t play well,” he said.
The Leafs count on Byies to fill part of the void that Marner has left behind, both in production and more and a go-to-man for the media. That was never Marner’s strong suit, and although Byies says it will be strange to see Marner in another uniform, he also knows that this is a chance in Toronto to take on new responsibility.
With his six -year extension of $ 46.5 million in place, he is now a strong part of the core of the team. Coach Craig Berube and GM Brad Treliving have commissioned him to play heavier, harder hockey, while also contributes to special teams and important situations.
Byies will get his wish because fans will sometimes be ruthless. It is a market that has expectations and constant disappointment is getting old. It requires that someone takes the lead as the player who most likely passes on messages and answer questions. Fans of Toronto will see Byies step in a greater role this season, and he invites them to push him harder than ever.
It is a welcome change and it will be fascinating to see if he will continue to feel like this while the season is lasting.
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