Toronto Maple Leafs coach Jim Hiller is planning to give defenceman Morgan Rielly a fresh start ahead of the 2026–27 NHL season. The Times of India reports that Rielly, who faced criticism during the offseason, says he remains central to what Toronto is trying to do. Hiller’s approach includes a more offense-oriented look for the club.
According to the report, Hiller intends to pair Rielly with Radko Gudas and focus on generating more offence from the offensive zone. The Vancouver Sun similarly frames the decision as a “clean slate,” saying Rielly is attempting to rebound after a difficult 2025–26 season on Toronto’s blue line. While the outlets differ in emphasis—one on specific lineup and tactical expectations, the other on the motivational and recovery angle—they both describe an effort to reset Rielly’s outlook heading into the new campaign.
