“I’m on the long list.”An outlier at the start of the season, he’s definitely shortened the odds since, arguably elevating himself to top four on Canada’s blue line. “I try not to put too much thought into it, to be honest, not look too far ahead,” says Rielly. In his ninth season, and as longest tenured Leaf, this is the closest he’s ever come to reaching those goals. Paired with T.J. Brodie, Rielly is demonstrating a ripening and assuredness, both in the defensive zone and on the attack. He really never makes mistakes.”That’s the most crucial evolving factor for Rielly: fewer mistakes, which boosts confidence, which boosts risk-taking.

Source: thestar December 18, 2021 07:02 UTC