Jay Rosehill criticizes Morgan Rielly's performance amid trade speculation

Former Maple Leafs enforcer Jay Rosehill expressed concerns about Morgan Rielly's play last season during an appearance on Leafs Morning Take. He claimed Rielly looked out of position, repeatedly scrambling on the ice, which resulted in costly defensive mistakes. Rielly enters the 2026-27 NHL season facing scrutiny regarding his role on the team after a difficult previous season and extensive trade discussions this summer. The Maple Leafs may reduce Rielly's responsibilities and pair him with Chris Tanev for better defensive balance. Rielly, a key veteran at $7.5 million annually, needs to improve his consistency to stabilize his place in the lineup.

• 11:27 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-Maple Leafs enforcer claims Morgan Rielly was ‘panicking’ last season