One of those name's is Nick Robertson, who has been on the radar of Leafs fans for years now, but after so many injuries, he hasn't been able to put together a full season at the professional level yet.
However, he's off to a great start for the Marlies in the AHL this year, tallying 3 goals and 3 assists already, and now, NHL Insider Elliotte Friedman has revealed what the team told him about his status on their big club.
According to Friedman, Robertson, despite rumours that he would ask for a trade soon, remains a big part of Toronto's plans, but they've given him some motivation to nab a spot on this NHL team.
It's safe to say that his point per game start to the AHL season is a good start, but it may be a while until the Leafs have an injury to their forward group or consider demoting someone due to struggles, so if Robertson wants his spot, he's going to have to continue playing at this level.
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23 OCTOBRE | 341 ANSWERS Elliotte Friedman Reveals What the Leafs Told Nick Robertson Should Nick Robertson currently be in the Leafs lineup? | ||
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