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The 2017-18 Toronto Marlies: What we learned, and a look at the path forward

There were many key elements that resulted in a wildly successful 2017-18 campaign, and it’s that time of year to look back at what we learned about the Marlies organization as well as to project what the future may bring.

Proven Prospects & Now-Former Marlies

Andreas Johnsson of the Toronto Marlies vs. the Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Photo: Christian Bonin/TSGPhoto.com

If we didn’t know before this season, Kasperi Kapanen certainly proved the point by showing yet again that he was too good for the AHL and more than ready for full-time NHL duty.

Kapanen bounced between the two leagues before a full recall in January.