Sheldon Keefe on John Tavares’ reception in Long Island: “They make it very clear it’s still top of mind for them and they’re disappointed he’s no longer with them… A credit to the player”

#Leafs line rushes during morning skate Dec. 11/23

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— David Alter (@dalter) December 11, 2023

How impressive is the consistency and longevity it requires to reach 1,000 points in the NHL?

Keefe: It is quite an accomplishment. 1,000 games is impressive in and of itself. 1,000 points speaks to consistency.

John has a lot of game in him left here. It just speaks to how consistent he has been throughout his career.

It is tremendous that he is on the cusp of that.