The Toronto Maple Leafs won't have any lineup changes for Tuesday night's clash with the New York Rangers, a decision that required an explanation this time around.

Head coach Peter Horachek engaged David Clarkson in a near 10-minute discussion following the morning skate, the first time the pair have spoken since the embattled forward was made a healthy scratch Saturday.

Clarkson told reporters that the coach is sending a message to both himself, and the rest of the team - a message that's been received.