Matt Martin on the Leafs’ Growing Pains, Gavin McKenna & Auston Matthews

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Former Maple Leafs forward and current New York Islanders assistant to the GM Matt Martin joins Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill to discuss his transition from the ice to the front office and why he believes it will take Toronto time to adjust amid significant organizational turnover. Martin shares his thoughts on Jim Hiller, Gavin McKenna’s development, and Auston Matthews’ strong start to the season, saying the Leafs captain “looks every bit himself this year.” Plus, Martin raves about Matthew Schaefer, last season’s Calder Trophy winner who lives with Martin and his family, discusses John Tavares’ leadership and mentorship of McKenna, and reflects on his time in Toronto and his relationship…