It's been quite the inspirational story for story for Toronto Maple Leafs rookie forward Easton Cowan, who is showing that he belongs in the NHL.
Cowan, who is 20 years old and was drafted first round, 28th overall by the Leafs, was back in training camp slated to play this year for the team's AHL team the Toronto Marlies before his play convinced management to change plans.
Finding himself playing on different lines, Cowan eventually found himself being trusted by coach Craig Berube as a steady top six forward who has earned points in four of his past seven games.