AHL Notebook: Easton Cowan, Cleveland, Calder Cup Battles & More

TL;DR

Easton Cowan is excelling in the Calder Cup Playoffs with two goals and four assists in six games, leading the Toronto Marlies towards a series upset against the Laval Rocket. The 20-year-old forward is emerging as a key prospect for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Key points

Easton Cowan has two goals and four assists in six playoff games
Toronto Marlies are close to upsetting the Laval Rocket
Cowan is a top prospect for the Toronto Maple Leafs
He played 66 games with the Maple Leafs in his rookie season
Cowan's performance is pivotal for the Marlies' success

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Easton Cowan is having a defining moment in the Calder Cup Playoffs and his young hockey career. His two goals and four assists in six games, including four points in two games against the Laval Rocket have the Toronto Marlies one win away from the North Division Final. He’s leading the way for a series upset against a Rocket team that was the best in the division all season.

It goes without saying that the 20-year-old forward is one of the top prospects for the Toronto Maple Leafs. His skill and playmaking ability make him a bright spot and a potential building block for a team that lacks them. The question is how good Cowan is and how good he can become.

Cowan as an X-Factor For Marlies & Maple Leafs

It’s odd seeing him in a Marlies jersey, not because of his age but because of where he spent most of his rookie season. Cowan only played four games with the Marlies and 66 with the Maple Leafs, essentially making him an NHLer and not a developing prospect. Cowan delivered for the Maple Leafs, with 11 goals and 18 assists, which is respectable for a rookie season.

His play in the playoffs, where he’s taken over the past two games to lead the Marlies to consecutive wins, shows that the pressure of a big stage isn’t too big for him. He’s a player who steps up and comes up in the clutch in the playoffs. It’s what happened when he was with the London Knights in the Ontario Hockey League, and it’s happening with the Marlies as well.

The unknown is Cowan’s ceiling. At 20, he has plenty of room to improve and become a complete player. The Maple Leafs are hoping he becomes the next generation star, the player who gives an aging team with a declining core a much-needed boost.

Cleveland Wins a Mini-Calder Final & Won’t be the Only Ones

In the Stanley Cup Playoffs, many labeled the Dallas Stars against the as a “Mini Cup Final” or a series that wasn’t really a First Round matchup. The same was said about the and , which went the distance. The Cleveland Monsters and Syracuse Crunch had their equivalent of a “Mini Calder Cup Final” as their series was a war.

Q&A

What impact is Easton Cowan having in the Calder Cup Playoffs?

Easton Cowan has scored two goals and provided four assists in six playoff games, significantly contributing to the Toronto Marlies' success.

How did Easton Cowan perform during his rookie season with the Maple Leafs?

During his rookie season, Easton Cowan played 66 games with the Maple Leafs, scoring 11 goals and 18 assists.

What are Easton Cowan's prospects for the future with the Toronto Maple Leafs?

Cowan is considered one of the top prospects for the Maple Leafs, showcasing skill and playmaking ability that could make him a key player in the future.

What is the current status of the Toronto Marlies in the Calder Cup Playoffs?

The Toronto Marlies are one win away from the North Division Final in the Calder Cup Playoffs.