Nazem Kadri's upcoming book, "Dreamer: My Life On The Edge," reveals controversial coaching tactics used by Mike Babcock during his tenure with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The book highlights an incident where Babcock instructed rookie Mitch Marner to rank teammates based on work ethic, a move that Kadri and Tyler Bozak confronted him about.
Kadri reflects on his complex relationship with Babcock, acknowledging both the positive impact he had on his career and his disapproval of certain methods that undermined team trust. Babcock, who briefly coached the Columbus Blue Jackets after leaving Toronto, faced criticism for his unconventional approach to player relationships.