It’s September and before you know it training camps will start, followed by the preseason and start of the 2024-25 season. It’s been an eventful season for the Toronto Maple Leafs as they embark on a new season with plenty of changes to make them more competitive this time around.
As with any season there are bound to be some bold takes, especially with the Maple Leafs. There are plenty of what if scenarios that can play out this season, from roster positions to breakouts and even overall play. Here are three bold predictions for the Maple Leafs this season.
One of the biggest story lines coming into training camp is going to be how big of a step Easton Cowan can take after he impressed in the preseason last year and an MVP season in the Ontario Hockey League. He stated that he was feeling confident during the Maple Leafs development camp as he was their best player. His goal is to make the team and there’s an opportunity for him to do so.
The Maple Lafs have a need for some help on the left wing. There’s going to be competition for a top-six spot that could involve Max Domi, Matthew Knies and Bobby McMann. If Domi is utilized as a centre, there’s no doubt that it’s going to come to some of the younger players to take a big step. Let’s not forget that Nick Robertson has requested a trade, even though there’s an opportunity for him. Cowan definitely has his sights on the NHL and if his confidence carries over, he won’t be able to just get the nine-game tryout. He could become a full-time NHLer and stay with the team.