One of the most surprisingly-quiet aspects of the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ offseason has been the lack of discussion surrounding Easton Cowan and his potential to make the team. Despite this, I believe there’s a strong chance he’ll make the roster. Furthermore, I can’t imagine a scenario where he doesn’t unless he completely falls on his face. Cowan has outgrown junior hockey and he’s shown he possesses all the skills and attributes necessary to break into the NHL.
Unless something unexpected happens during training camp, it’s hard to envision him not earning a spot in the Maple Leafs’ lineup. If he does make the team, it could significantly impact the overall roster dynamics. His ability to slot into the lineup at a low cap hit adds flexibility to the team’s structure. In my opinion, Cowan making the team is the worst-kept secret of the offseason—although, to some, it might still be the best-kept secret.
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