Former Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke made a surprising comment about the struggling Morgan Rielly during a recent podcast appearance. Drafted fifth overall by Burke and the Leafs in 2012, Morgan Rielly has been a staple on the Leafs' blueline since the 2013-14 season.

Amid a severely regressed defensive game and a lack of offensive production, it's led to his demotion from the first PP unit.

Longtime Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly is struggling and in a stretch where he’s looking for more out of his game. He’s been with the Maple Leafs for 12 seasons, and according to NHL analyst Kevin Bieksa,

The Toronto Maple Leafs’ new defensive structure worked well in the club’s 5-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday. Specifically, Morgan Rielly and Jake McCabe formed a new pairing on the blueline that left all parties leaving Scotiabank Arena feeling promising.

The Toronto Maple Leafs held a practice on Monday in preparation for their evening matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning, and with it came another shake-up on defense. Morgan Rielly, who has spent much of the past month skating alongside Philippe Myers,

The Toronto Maple Leafs have had many hits in the NHL Entry Draft over the last few decades, but also a few duds.

The Maple Leafs captain is scoring all the time again, but is he back to peak Matthews? Also, what's behind Rielly's struggles?

The Maple Leafs' dependence on their 'Core Four' forwards is even more pronounced this season as their blueliners struggle to put up points. That's not likely to change.

Craig Berube isn’t down on Morgan Rielly. Though the veteran defenceman’s game isn’t at the level that many have come to expect, Berube cut Rielly some slack on Monday. “Coming in with the ...

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NHL insider Chris Johnston recently spoke about the importance of Jake McCabe to the Toronto Maple Leafs. While trade rumors swirl around Morgan Rielly, Johnston talked about McCabe’s strong play and steady presence on the team’s blue line.

NHL analyst Kevin Bieksa discussed Morgan Rielly last night, stating why he believes the Maple Leafs defenseman is struggling this year. Morgan Rielly certainly has not had a great season for the Maple Leafs,