Sharp says he watches Maple Leafs when Stars aren't playing

The Toronto Maple Leafs have at least one fan in Dallas.

Stars forward Patrick Sharp admitted to reporters ahead of the teams' clash Tuesday that when he's not watching or playing with his own team, he keeps an eye on the Maple Leafs.

"Whenever the Stars aren't on the ice, I am watching the Leafs," Sharp said, according to Terry Koshan of the Toronto Sun. "They're exciting. Great for the league."

Teammate Jason Spezza echoed Sharp's sentiment, addressing the strong play of rookies Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner.

"They are guys who have changed (the Leafs) team and made them a dangerous team," Spezza said.

Expect the praise to die down come game time, as both the Stars and Maple Leafs will be looking to claw their way back into a playoff spot.

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