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Toronto Maple Leafs: 5 Prospects to Track At Rookie Tournament

By Eduardo Razo

Jun 26, 2015; Sunrise, FL, USA; Mitchell Marner puts on a team jersey after being selected as the number four overall pick to the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft at BB&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 26, 2015; Sunrise, FL, USA; Mitchell Marner puts on a team jersey after being selected as the number four overall pick to the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft at BB&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jun 26, 2015; Sunrise, FL, USA; Mitchell Marner puts on a team jersey after being selected as the number four overall pick to the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft at BB&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 26, 2015; Sunrise, FL, USA; Mitchell Marner puts on a team jersey after being selected as the number four overall pick to the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round of the 2015 NHL Draft at BB&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /

Mitch Marner

No surprise here, Marner’s quest to make the Maple Leafs this season will begin at this rookie tournament. Marner dominated last season, pretty much winning everything at the junior level. From multiple MVP’s, an OHL Championship, and Memorial Cup.

He won it all and is ready to move on from his junior career. After a summer of bulking up, it’s his chance to make an impression. Which is why all eye will be on him expecting to dominate the tournament.

Furthermore, Marner should have no problem displaying his skill as he will be the best player on the ice. Which is why fans should expect him to dominate. Take a look, no prospect on the Penguins, Senators, or Canadiens comes close to Marner’s skill. Again, it’s his tournament to dominate. 

Marner must open eyes, show management and coaches how much he has improved over the summer. Mike Babcock has stated that he will have every opportunity to make the team. However, he should do everything in his power to take that roster spot.

Nevertheless, he must use this tournament as a step in the right direction. Having a good rookie tournament can only help his confidence as he looks to make the team.

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