Cowan noted after the first game that he “had a bit of nerves on the penalty shot, the building was going crazy.” He added, “It feels good to wear the jersey I had on at the draft. Related: Darcy Tucker Weighs in on the 2023-24 Maple LeafsĮven more fun is that he’s having fun. In his first game, his 16:29 of playing time ranked fifth among Maple Leafs forwards. He also seems ready for significant ice time. Now we’ve learned that he’s both a scorer and a playmaker, with versatility and hockey IQ. What was even more impressive for me than his deft one-timer past the Senators’ goaltender was that Cowan was exactly in the right place to make the play. In his second game (last night against the Buffalo Sabres), he added another assist. He's forcing Sheldon Keefe to extend his stay: /Z0OOcgWotf- luke fox September 26, 2023Ĭowan’s standout performance in his first preseason game included a power play goal and an almost successful penalty shot. "Seems like almost every day he's out there, you come away thinking he was one of the best players on the ice."Įaston Cowan is the fast surprise at Toronto Maple Leafs camp. Every time he went out, he made a difference. Maybe his name should be Potato Chips because, after the game, Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe admitted that – as much as he wanted to – he couldn’t stop throwing Cowan back on the ice. Cowan’s Memorable Preseason Debutsįacing off against the Ottawa Senators, Cowan demonstrated his skill, his drive, and his never-say-quit attitude. He climbed it, shook it, and demanded that everyone take notice. During his first Maple Leafs preseason game, he didn’t just grab the spotlight. If now is when young prospects aim to leave a lasting impression on their coach to earn a spot on their team’s regular-season roster, Cowan did that in spades. ![]() Related: Terry Sawchuk – How the Maple Leafs Snagged the Hall of Fame Goalie But how would he do in NHL action against much older, more skilled, and wiser competition? Yes, Cowan showed well during the team’s rookie camp and also in the Traverse City tournament. Unless something goes terribly wrong, his future is. Whatever happens to the youngster, he has the sweet aroma of success. We gotta assume the Maple Leafs braintrust is thinking just that. Instead of “Can Cowan ever make it to the NHL?” Now it’s, “Is there a space for him this season on the team’s roster?” The question remained: how would Cowan’s tenacity, determination, and drive translate to his on-ice success when he donned a Maple Leafs jersey? The answer is that – if anything – it’s ramped him up even further. Cowan Has Showed Well Since He’s Played in the Blue & White ![]() ![]() Last season, as noted, he played okay during the regular season and was a point-a-game player during the playoffs. In the 2021-22 season, he got his feet wet by playing seven games. His hockey journey with the Knights in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) has shown his significant growth. Related: 3 Takeaways From Maple Leafs’ 5-2 Win Over Sabres He’s a likable young guy, who, by the way, seems to have talent. What I like so much about him is that I can’t not like him. Known for his work ethic, Cowan exudes personality and drive. Easton Cowan is the biggest draft steal ever /dEZ7DinkLZ- Maple Leafs Wave September 26, 2023
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