Three questions for the Maple Leafs to answer and why it's time to experiment

Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares (91) is surrounded by teammates after scoring with an assist during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders Monday, Dec. 11, 2023, in New York. Tavares recorded his 1,000th career NHL point (435 goals, 565 assists) on the play. (John Munson/AP)