Ben Danford's professional career in hockey got off to a surprising start, as many expected him to be a second-round pick before the Toronto Maple Leafs landed the Oshawa Generals blue liner in the first round. Now, the team has officially inked him to his three-year entry-level deal, showing that they've got big plans for him in the coming years.
Now, the lifelong Maple Leafs fan has reacted to his deal on social media, showing his clear excitement for the future with this team, as he expects to be a big part of their future on the defensive side of things.
The 18-year-old tallied just one goal a season ago in the OHL with Oshawa but added an impressive 32 assists, and with his offensive upside seen as very high, his development will be a huge storyline for Leafs fans to keep an eye on.
Source: Hockey PatrolLeafs 2024 draft pick Ben Danford breaks silence upon signing first NHL contract
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3 AOUT | 53 ANSWERS Ben Danford opens up on first NHL contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs Will Ben Danford play 250 or more games in the NHL? | ||
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