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Toronto Maple Leafs: The 10 Stages to a Rebuild in the NHL

ByAndrew Boehmer|
Apr 19, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) celebrates his goal against the Washington Capitals with Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Matt Hunwick (2) and forward Connor Brown (12) in game four of the first round of the 2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Air Canada Centre. Washington defeated Toronto 5-4. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 19, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews (34) celebrates his goal against the Washington Capitals with Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Matt Hunwick (2) and forward Connor Brown (12) in game four of the first round of the 2017 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Air Canada Centre. Washington defeated Toronto 5-4. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
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Add Complimentary Pieces

Here’s where people vary so greatly.

You’ve got a set of core pieces in play, a number one goalie, great center depth, etc.

All of the above, right?

But, you still need guys like Brian Boyle and Komarov to fill holes.

Beyond that, you might need to bring in other guys from free agency, the waiver wire, and trades.

This goes hand in hand with making smart decisions.

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