Analyzing the factors behind Toronto's slow start to the season

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Analyzing the factors behind Toronto's slow start to the season

The start of the Maple Leafs’ 2021-22 campaign has been defined by disappointing losses. While it’s early in the season, the pressure is quickly mounting in Toronto. Each step back only casts more doubt on their long-term hopes and whether they have what it takes to actually make a lengthy playoff run, let alone win it all. Losing what could become pivotal points is concerning; the Maple Leafs have only claimed five out of a possible 14 points s…