Maple Leafs Sign High-Scoring NCAA Player
One of the best-kept secrets in the hockey world is the potential value of NCAA free agents.
Although many of these unsigned gems fail to make a significant impact, the Toronto Maple Leafs may have struck gold with their latest acquisition.
Maple Leafs Welcome Cruikshank
Grant Cruikshank, a 24-year-old senior at St. Cloud State, truly blossomed towards the end of his NCAA tenure. With an impressive 38 points in 41 games this season, Cruikshank proved himself to be a viable pro option.
The Maple Leafs quickly pounced, signing him to a one-year AHL contract.
Interestingly, Cruikshank's 23 goals this season surpassed top Leafs prospect Matthew Knies' total in the same league.
Although Knies, four years Cruikshank's junior, is considered a more promising prospect, this stat offers a glimpse of the potential Cruikshank brings to the Leafs organization.
Moreover, Cruikshank brings a wealth of leadership experience to the table, having served as captain of Colorado College for two seasons.
This low-risk move by the Leafs could yield significant rewards in the future. Kudos to Kyle Dubas for making it happen!
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Leafs organization signs an NCAA free agent who outscored Matthew Knies this year
Leafs organization signs an NCAA free agent who outscored Matthew Knies this year
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4 AVRIL | 97 ANSWERS Maple Leafs Sign High-Scoring NCAA Player Do you think the Leafs have a good prospect pool? | ||
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