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Toronto Maple Leafs: 7 Players to Watch as Season Comes to an End

By David Morassutti

Mar 19, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock talks to an official during the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Buffalo 4-1. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 19, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock talks to an official during the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Buffalo 4-1. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 25, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Maple Leafs forward Brendan Leipsic (49) battles with Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Noah Hanifin (5) for the puck during the second period at the Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports /

Brendan Leipsic

It is hard to say where Leipsic fits in with the Leafs plans moving forward, especially because he is a part of a Leafs forward group that is on the smaller side. How many smaller forwards will be on the team next season? It is tough to say, because although Leipsic lacks a big frame he does not play like he is outmatched.

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He stepped up in a big way when both Nylander and Brown were out of the lineup with injuries, which is why he was one of the first to get called up by the Leafs. With 46 points in 58 games, it is hard to say whether Leipsic will be able to crack a top six spot on the Leafs, but he will probably get the opportunity to show it next season.

Like many players on the Marlies, Leipsic will be a player to watch in the playoffs. He is not as gifted as Nylander in terms of his skill, but he has shown he has a lot to offer, especially on the power play and in front of the net.

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