With Matt Hunwick a game-time decision for tonight’s matchup against the New York Rangers after leaving practice yesterday, 23-year-old defenceman Viktor Loov has been recalled from the Toronto Marlies.
Leafs D at morning skate:
Hunwick-Rielly
Gardiner-Polak
Marincin-Corrado
Cowen-Loov— Mark Masters (@markhmasters) February 18, 2016
Viktor Loov may be known for his quirky personality and booming hits, but his overall game has come on leaps and bounds under Sheldon Keefe this season.
He still enjoys laying big hits on opponents, but his decision making on when to do so has improved markedly.