Maple Leafs Matthew Knies MOCKS the Tampa Bay Lightning before the playoffs

Although it has been common knowledge for some time, last week marked the official announcement of the rematch between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Tampa Bay Lightning in a best-of-seven series. The two teams previously faced off in a grueling 7-game series last season, which the Lightning ultimately won.

This year, the Maple Leafs are determined to win their first playoff series since 2004, and their recent addition, Matthew Knies, has already joined the heated rivalry.

Following his team's loss in the NCAA championship game, Knies signed with the Maple Leafs and has since participated in two games, earning one assist.

Knies one, ROR 😉 pic.twitter.com/F6qK9mXPh9� Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) April 12, 2023

Amalie Arena was the venue for the NCAA championship, coincidentally the same place where the Tampa Bay Lightning hockey team plays. When Knies was asked if he was excited to return to Amalie for the playoffs, he said:

Matthew Knies on returning to the building where his Minnesota Golden Gophers lost in OT of the national championship game on Saturday:

"I don't like this rink, to be honest with you. It kind of stinks.

Matthew Knies on returning to the building where his Minnesota Golden Gophers lost in OT of the national championship game on Saturday:

"I don't like this rink, to be honest with you. It kind of stinks."� Mark Masters (@markhmasters) April 12, 2023

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