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Toronto Maple Leafs: Top 10 prospects entering 2019

By Dave Stevenson

LAVAL, QC - NOVEMBER 13: Look on Toronto Marlies defenceman Rasmus Sandin (8) at warm-up before the Toronto Marlies versus the Laval Rocket game on November 13, 2018, at Place Bell in Laval, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
LAVAL, QC - NOVEMBER 13: Look on Toronto Marlies defenceman Rasmus Sandin (8) at warm-up before the Toronto Marlies versus the Laval Rocket game on November 13, 2018, at Place Bell in Laval, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /
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10. Adam Brooks

Acquired: 2016 fourth-round pick

Age: 23

Position: Center

Stats: 61 games, 21 goals, 19 assists, 40 points, 13 playoff games, eight points (Toronto Marlies, AHL)

Adam Brooks was an overager back in 2016. He dominated in juniors, so he was a good guy to gamble on. So far, the Leafs are looking smart for it. Brooks had his best season as a professional last season, emerging as one of the Marlies best forwards.

I’m impressed with how good his two-way play has become. Brooks got 40 points despite facing tough competition. That’s nice to see from him. I think he’s got enough tools to be an intriguing option as a fourth-line center, but he could be something more.

9. Mac Hollowell

Acquired: 2018 fourth-round pick

Age: 20 (turns 21 in September)

Position: Defense

Stats: 64 games, 24 goals, 53 assists, 77 points, 11 postseason games, 11 points (Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, OHL)

I wasn’t a huge fan of Mac Hollowell when he was drafted in 2018. As an overager, he simply didn’t dominate the way I expected him to. But Hollowell was terrific in 2018-19, proving that he can be dominant.

His offensive game is very strong, as he’s great in transition and his offensive instincts are impressive. Hollowell is also an excellent skater. He’s a ton of fun to watch – he acts like a forward in the offensive game, yet still gets back to help on defense. That’s an interesting strategy, but he pulls it off well.

Hollowell will need to bulk up, but I think his skating and his skill will get him at least a few cups of coffee in the NHL. Oh, and he’s right-handed. So yeah, that probably helps his chances with the Maple Leafs.

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