Concerning Update Emerges on Young Maple Leafs Defenceman
Sure, the buzz around the Toronto Maple Leafs is about Morgan Rielly's looming suspension, but beneath the surface, another story has emerged about their beloved 25 year old defenseman, Connor Timmins.
Timmins kicked off the preseason on fire, racking up six points in just three games, making him a top contender for a spot on opening night. However, a lower-body injury threw a wrench in the works. Now, the Leafs announced he's battling mono and is out indefinitely.
A Blow for Toronto: Connor Timmins Faces Indefinite Absence
Timmins isn't a stranger to showing flashes of brilliance. Drafted 32nd overall in 2017, he's displayed slick offensive moves, strong passes, and a wicked shot. Yet his defensive game, particularly positioning and backchecking needs work. Coach Sheldon Keefe's playing time choices make that pretty clear.
With his contract running until 2024-25 and a $1.1 million price tag this season and the next, time's ticking for Timmins to prove himself. With cap space tight for the Leafs, they might not wait too long. Who knows, we might see him traded before the deadline or this summer. After all, no one wants to pay big bucks for a permanent seat in the press box as a healthy scratch right?
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14 FEVRIER | 570 ANSWERS Concerning Update Emerges on Young Maple Leafs Defenceman What do you think the Toronto Maple Leafs should do regarding Connor Timmins? | ||
| Keep him | 184 | 32.3 % |
| Trade him | 200 | 35.1 % |
| Let him walk | 68 | 11.9 % |
| Send him to the Marlies | 118 | 20.7 % |
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