Toronto Maple Leafs Prospects: Top 20 Young Leafs #11-15

Dec 27, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Scott Harrington (6) passes the puck against the Washington Capitals during the second period at the CONSOL Energy Center. The Capitals won 3-0. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

NUMBER 14 – SCOTT HARRINGTON

Scott Harrington comes in at number 14, surpassing a pile of other Toronto Maple Leafs prospects since he arrived in the Phil Kessel trade.

Harrington is a quiet prospect that you don’t hear much about – but do’t mistake that for a lack of talent. The former first round pick is one of the steadiest defensive defenders prospects you’ll find around the league and could translate into a solid second pairing defender at the NHL level.

In 124 games for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Harrington has recorded 36 points, 75 penalty minutes and is a +19. He has a calming defensive game that can allow his partner to roam the ice free from worry about hanging his goaltender out to dry. He’s a good skater and positions himself well out on the ice.

Most people were expecting Derrick Pouliot in the Kessel deal, but Harrington is no slouch and could be a solid, steady defender for the Toronto Maple Leafs for several years to come.

Next: Number 13