Cowan was a first round draft pick in 2023, and didn't spend all that much time with former director of amateur scouting Wes Clark, but Cowan revealed at the World Junior Summer Showcase that Clark had a huge impact on his development.
GM of the Pittsburgh Penguins Kyle Dubas was the one who poached his former co-worker Clark, as the Penguins are re-tooling and need to bolster their prospect pool.
No doubt that Cowan is disappointed to see his good friend go, but he has bigger things to focus on now, as he not only attempts to make the Leafs roster in the fall, but will also look to claim a spot on Team Canada for the World Junior Championship tournament that will begin on Boxing Day.
Easton Cowan has yet to play an NHL game, however he had great numbers in the OHL last season with the London Knights. Cowan scored 34 goals and 62 assists in 54 games.
Source: Maple Leafs DailyOne Maple Leafs departure has hit Easton Cowan very hard this summer
Source: HockeyDBEaston Cowan Statistics
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31 JUILLET | 348 ANSWERS Easton Cowan devastated by major Maple Leafs departure this summer Will Easton Cowan snatch a roster spot on the Maple Leafs next season? | ||
Yes | 250 | 71.8 % |
No | 98 | 28.2 % |
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