He says the same things so often (e.g., "I'm not skating the way I want to") that I have to wonder why he doesn't just do it instead of talking about it. And this doesn't pertain only to pre-season. Wouldn't be surprised if Maurice is wondering the same thing, even if he is a goof.
Overthinking plays and maybe just doesn't have the jump some nights. Same as saying to Laine just shoot more. I'm sure he wants to, it just isn't that easy in a game situation.