TORONTO — On a beautiful October night to be a Toronto sports fan, when the “LAST” button on the TV remote was getting smashed harder than the Yankees’ bullpen, Morgan Rielly was also flipping things back.

Back to when he didn’t second-guess before leaping up in the rush. Back when a multi-point, 20-minute impact performances were routine. Back when every critic with a social media account wasn’t pouncing on his D-zone gaffes and wondering if it’s time to waive that no-move clause.

The Toronto Blue Jays are playing for an American League championship, and the Maple Leafs’ most dynamic defenceman looks every bit like it. What was once familiar viewing feels fresh and vintage all at once.

“He’s confident with the puck. He’s making plays at both ends of the ice. I think he did a great job

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