The Toronto Maple Leafs announced the promotion of 20-year-old defenceman Travis Dermott this morning from the Toronto Marlies to the NHL club.
With Dermott being one of the organization’s most coveted prospects, the move has sent the entirety of Leafs Nation into a frenzy. It’s an unsurprising development, considering Dermott’s impending promotion has been at the centre of speculation since training camp.
And honestly, it’s warranted. Dermott has been nothing short of other-worldly for the Marlies this season. And, going off of recent results, he may be their most important player.
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