Maurice Skips Rookie Speech For Black's Debut

Paul Maurice says he won't deliver his usual pre-debut speech to goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood, joking that his standard message doesn't translate to the crease. Instead, he'll hand the netminder over to Panthers goaltending coach Robbie Tallas to handle the preparation.

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• @JamesonCoop Maurice on Black's impending debut: “I’ve got this speech that I give every guy, and I don’t think I can give it to a goalie – go out there, relax, take in the crowd. I’m not going to give him one. I’m going to let (Panthers goaltending coach) Robbie Tallas do his thing.” View on X