New Leafs defenseman Henry Thrun on the next steps in his game: "An aspect that hasn't truly shone yet at the NHL level is my ability to move the puck... There's a lot I still want to show and prove"

Henry Thrun, the new Maple Leafs defenseman, is excited about joining a prominent franchise in Toronto. He recalls scoring his first NHL goal against them and the thrill of the moment, despite the context of a tough game. Thrun is familiar with the Boston-Toronto rivalry and the electric atmosphere of Toronto's hockey market. The trade to Toronto was unexpected for him, but he appreciates the opportunity to contribute to a team with a strong recent history and hopes to win games there.

Scoring your first NHL goal was a pretty exciting moment, especially in a city like Toronto. I was pretty excited about it.

The power-play coach told me to go out, and I didn't want to take someone else's spot, so I just went out in the middle.

I grew up in the Boston area, and I knew the Boston-Toronto rivalry and the electric hockey market in Toronto.

When I got the call about the trade, it was a total surprise, but knowing I was going to Toronto was exciting.

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