And as far as giving Babcock a job review, the hierarchy must check a few of their young stars for a pulse and wonder what happened to the impact of their newest additions.

The loss comes amid a growing number of hollow promises to play heavier, stick to the system, give a better account in consecutive games etc. While it’s good the Leafs have escaped the cold in Toronto for a few days, the heat will get turned up without some better performances.

-Lance Hornby of the Toronto Sun where you can read more on the Leafs.