Absent from the training camp roster were any invitees on Player Tryout Agreements, which partly speaks to the depth the Leafs have at their disposal entering the highly-anticipated 2018-19 season. By and large, their forwards 1-13 and defensemen 1-5 are set before camp even begins.
That doesn’t mean there won’t be some intriguing developments to keep an eye on throughout training camp and exhibition season, though. Below are five storylines to watch that don’t involve William Nylander’s contract situation.
The Backup Goaltending Battle
The Leafs had a capable veteran backup last season in the returning Curtis McElhinney, who posted .