- Jussi Rynnas has a very projectable frame and covers a substantial amount of the net. His lateral movement and positioning are his key assets. Look for him to earn a few call ups to the Leafs this season.
- Ben Scrivens is also a sizeable goaltender who impressed with a sound butterfly style in his only appearance. He still needs at least one season in the minor leagues.
- Andrew Engelage had a tough break against the Ottawa Senators in the Leafs final game of the tournament. Looks like a future number one goaltender in the AHL.
- Jesse Blacker was one of the Leafs best defenseman and impressed me with his outstanding work ethic and puck moving skills.
- Simon Gysbers and Korbinian Holzer will both play in the AHL next season, but are potential top four studs in the NHL down the road. Both have great size.
- Former seventh round pick Barron Smith is a project but a potential steal from the later rounds. Has raw skills and willing to get physical in the corners.
- Drew Paris drew some attention as a tryout player.
- Brad Ross is the next coming of Darcy Tucker. Skill, grit and heart.
- Dale Mitchell and Sam Carrick both had good speed and weren't afraid to drop the mitts.
- Newly signed Marcel Mueller and late round pick Sondre Olden remind me of Viktor Stalberg and both could get a shot at a top nine role for Toronto in the future.
- Greg McKegg and Jerry D'Amigo are both only one year away from full time roles in the NHL.
- Brayden Irwin owns a big league shot, but his skating deficiencies with limit him from making an impact with the Leafs.
- Hate to say it, but Mike Liambas is an effective fighter and deserves a shot in the AHL or ECHL. Challenged Jay Rosehill to a fight in the Leafs main camp.
- Finally, Nazem Kadri showed flashes of brilliance but didn't dominate play. Possibly he was giving a sneak peek of what he would display at the Leafs official training camp.
Let the games begin!
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