Toronto Maple Leafs: Ranking the Leafs Prospect Pool

Oct 7, 2016; Hamilton, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Josh Leivo (32) congratulates Toronto Maple Leafs forward Brendan Leipsic (39) on his goal against the the Detroit Red Wings during the first period of a preseason hockey game at First Ontario Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 7, 2016; Hamilton, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Josh Leivo (32) congratulates Toronto Maple Leafs forward Brendan Leipsic (39) on his goal against the the Detroit Red Wings during the first period of a preseason hockey game at First Ontario Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
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3. Travis Dermott

Dermott is another offensive defenseman. And I know what you’re thinking, do the Leafs really need another offensively sound defenseman?

Yes and no.

He’s mobile and can play on either side of the puck. I think he has tremendous upside that might get overlooked due to his size. He’s going to be good for the Leafs, it’s just a matter of slotting him in when he’s ready.