The Toronto Maple Leafs could benefit from having multiple rookies make the roster out of training camp this season.
Over the past decade, the Toronto Maple Leafs have had multiple rookies make an impact immediately. Highlighted by Auston Matthews' Calder Trophy, the team has also seen other players such as Michael Bunting, Matthew Knies and Joseph Woll showcase their elite skill early in their career.
In a salary cap world, rookies can be the most valuable players on the roster because they don't have to do a ton of to outweigh their contract. With a limit on thier rookie contract, there is a huge benefit to giving a rookie an opportunity over a veteran, and the Leafs have no shortage of options this year.
Nick Robertson was the most highly anticipated rookie since Auston Matthews but he unfortunately hasn't delivered on expectations, though mostly that is due to injury. Personally, I'm not giving up hope on him yet because I think he has the best shot on the team, besides Matthews, and if he can find confidence, I think he can excel. However, if he falters again early, it's possible that a few rookies could put themselves ahead of him in the depth chart.
Speaking of those rookies, let's take a look at three rookies who could actually make the roster with a good training camp.