Maple Leafs’ Matias Maccelli Benched Against Penguins
The Toronto Maple Leafs have made a notable adjustment to their lineup as the season progresses. Forward Matias Maccelli has been benched for the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. This decision comes after he did not participate in the pre-game warmups on Monday night.
Matias Maccelli’s Performance
Maccelli, aged 25, has played in all 12 games of the current season. He has managed to score two goals and accumulate a total of five points, averaging 13:40 minutes of ice time per game. The Maple Leafs acquired him in the offseason from the Utah Mammoth, trading a draft pick for his services.
Lineup Changes
In Maccelli’s absence, Bobby McMann has been selected to fill the spot in the bottom six of the roster. McMann has also made an impact this season, with two goals and one assist over 12 games.
Key Details of the Game
- Team: Toronto Maple Leafs
- Opponent: Pittsburgh Penguins
- Maccelli’s Games Played: 12
- Maccelli’s Goals: 2
- Maccelli’s Points: 5
- Acquisition: From Utah Mammoth
- Bobby McMann’s Goals: 2
- Bobby McMann’s Assists: 1
The Maple Leafs will be looking to maintain their competitive edge as they make adjustments to their lineup. The decision to bench Maccelli highlights the challenges of balancing performance with team dynamics early in the season.
