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Morgan Rielly Opens Leafs Season With Goal, Assist as Berube Praises Return to Form

Coaching adjustments with a Brandon Carlo partnership restored his freedom to attack.

Toronto Maple Leafs defenceman Morgan Rielly celebrates at the bench after scoring a goal (Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images)
May 5, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly (44) celebrates a goal against the Florida Panthers during the first period of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • He recorded a goal and an assist in Toronto’s 5-2 opening-night win over the Canadiens at Scotiabank Arena.
  • He set up Calle Jarnkrok’s tying goal in the second period and scored the third-period winner.
  • Head coach Craig Berube said Rielly “looked more like Morgan Rielly again,” citing strong skating, puck movement, and reads.
  • Berube pointed to pairing Rielly with stay-at-home defender Brandon Carlo to give him more liberty to join the rush.
  • The performance follows a down 2024-25 with reported trade speculation, as Toronto seeks more blue-line scoring after ranking 25th in goals from defense.