A few years back the Leafs were all about truculence and having more fighting majors than any team in hockey. To Babcock, Hyman is the epitome of that type of player, which is why he likes to play Hyman with Auston Matthews, arguably the most skilled player on the roster. There are those who believe the Leafs desperately need tougher players in general, probably a lot tougher than Hyman. When Hyman returns, where Babcock puts him in the lineup will immediately spark debate — as all matters, regardless of how small, spark debate with the Leafs. He’s an intriguing window into how Babcock thinks, and the qualities Leaf management admires in its players.

Source: thestar October 21, 2019 17:15 UTC