Jonathan Marchessault, the recipient of the Conn Smyth Trophy given to the Playoffs' Most Valuable Player, shared his insights into the struggles faced by the Leafs in the playoffs during an interview on the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, hosted by Paul Bissonnette. <h3>Identifying the Need for a Change</h3> In the podcast, Marchessault suggested that the Leafs' organization required substantial transformation. He expressed his viewpoint with a certain confusion: <q>It's hard for me to see it. I just don't know. Like, they get past the first round, and they lose in five to a team (Florida) that I think was - they were hot at the right time, obviously - but I mean, I don't know.</q> The complete interview can be accessed through the link provided below: <div class='youtube_container'><iframe class='youtube_video' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/3MDOT3MIjkw' width='100%' loading='lazy' frameborder='0' title='' allow='autoplay; fullscreen' allowfullscreen></iframe></div> <h3>Analyzing the Leafs' Challenges</h3> Despite facing a formidable opponent in the Panthers during the second round, the Leafs were unfortunate not to advance. The Panthers performed phenomenally, leaving the Leafs with little chance of progression. However, this doesn't absolve the Leafs from their shortcomings. <h3>Addressing the Core Issue</h3> It's clear that the Leafs require significant changes, not just superficial or meaningless modifications. The core issue lies within the mentality, hindering their path to victory. They need to foster a robust team spirit - a prerequisite to securing a win. As Read on HockeyPatrol - <a href='https://www.hockeypatrol.com/nhl-team/toronto-maple-leafs/Jonathan-Marchessault-reveals-why-the-Maple-Leafs-always-fall-short-in-the-playoffs' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Jonathan Marchessault reveals why the Maple Leafs always fall short in the playoffs</a>