The Toronto Maple Leafs have assigned defenseman Ben Danford to their AHL affiliate, the Toronto Marlies, for the Calder Cup playoffs. Regarded as the team’s top prospect following Easton Cowan’s promotion to the NHL, Danford was selected 31st overall in the 2024 NHL Draft. Despite a dip in offensive production during his OHL career, he has shown strong defensive skills. As the Marlies face the Cleveland Monsters in the playoffs, Danford will encounter tough competition.
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