The top defensive prospect in the Toronto Maple Leafs' pipeline is getting a good pat on his back.
Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford got a very nice and solid thumbs up from someone who could mean a lot to his career after a solid performance in the prospect showcase.
After the 4-3 loss to the prospects of the Ottawa Senators prospects over the weekend, new AHL Toronto Marlies coach John Gruden was full of praise for the 19-year-old defenseman.