In a shocking departure from his usual fiery demeanor, Vancouver Canucks coach John Tortorella appeared subdued and introspective after his team's latest Stanley Cup Playoff loss. Gone was the trademark bluster and defiance that has come to define Tortorella's postgame press conferences throughout the postseason. Instead, the veteran coach seemed to convey a sense of resignation and acceptance as he reflected on his team's performance. The question on everyone's mind is what sparked this sudden change in Tortorella's behavior, and whether it signals a turning point in the Canucks' playoff campaign.

This was a different John Tortorella sitting at the postgame podium Sunday than the world had seen throughout these Stanley Cup Playoffs . There were no vows of exte ...