Is Easton Cowan ready to play a full-time role with the Leafs next season? | OverDrive

Will Easton Cowan play the full season with the Maple Leafs next year? How will Aaron Rodgers’ 1st game of the season go? What we would be more shocking, Scottie Scheffler missing the cut at the PGA or Tiger making it? See what Bryan Hayes, Jamie McLennan and Jeff O’Neill think in the latest edition of confirm or deny.

[@ClaytonCatlin]

Crosby, Marchand, Patrick Kane, and the like, are all under 6ft. You don't need to be big to be elite. St. Louis was amazing as well...

[@shanebrohm7786]

Bedard is 5’10 185 pounds. Cowan is 5’11 185 pounds. Cowan will be just fine

[@needanagent]

I’m not disagreeing with you however…Bedsy did miss time from a pretty standard NHL hit 😬

[@shanebrohm7786]

@@needanagent just bad luck, the hit was up high

[@patogley8965]

Bringing up Bedard is ideal, look how an NHL player took him out.

[@shanebrohm7786]

@@patogley8965 look at Marchand. He’s shorter and weighs less than both of them

[@neildillon837]

I don't know...even McDavid got slammed his first year...thank God it wasn't career ending

[@caliAndDad]

I'm a fan of his. But let's not forget when he was drafted fans were told he's 2-3 yrs away. Although this yr has been monster, he's just gotta grow more

[@wizzerwiser2056]

Let's hope they don't rush him like they did Nick Timothy and Rasmus

[@keepups1586]

@@wizzerwiser2056 Neither were rushed, what crack are you on

[@honkingantalope]

@@wizzerwiser2056 lol yeah they spent a lot of time on the marlies. Robertson is finally getting a shot and he's coming off his ELC. How long ago was that he was a rookie and scored a goal vs columbus in the bubble.

[@wizzerwiser2056]

@@keepups1586 Yes they were. Since day one all were flip flopping between the Leafs and the Marlies. None of them played one full season with the Marlies.

[@wizzerwiser2056]

@@honkingantalope No he didn't. He was always flipping between the two.

[@sempcast]

Good point, William Eklund (Sharks #6 overall) hurt his shoulder, needed surgery after taking a big hit in the AHL… but looks great this year! It’s a fine line between they’re gonna take their licks (Knies a La Bennett) as a youngster.. so how much do u shield them ego/pride/confidence… great points on the OHLers, they need to reform these “transfer” rules or something cause NCAA is quickly becoming a leading path to the NHL!!!

[@rickrobitaille8809]

Nice metaphor here😂🔥🇨🇦

[@kroot0x]

he made the team last year but there wasnt enough room given how much depth we went in with. He's ready, been many other players to start smaller and at the same age.

[@shanebrohm7786]

I want to see him on the Marlies and if he can compete with men I’d like to see him make the jump next season

[@Aaliyah.lovesgod]

Suzuki in Montreal is same size Cowan has transition great plenty others aswell

[@twittliff2]

He'll fill out to probably 195-200 around 22 but he plays bigger than what he is right now. I think if he has a good off season and training camp you gotta give the kid a shot. They dont need to rush it but going back to the O could plateau his development. To bad they couldn't do a year in the A or even go to a euro league to develop more like matty did.

[@shanebrohm7786]

I’m pretty sure they can do a year in the A. It would just come off of his ELC and wouldn’t be able to go back to London

[@TranTek]

i am with O-Dog Cowboy is ready

[@bluetocop]

build those shoulders pump it up for easton

[@theadventuresofjimmycrapol8827]

I agree with noodles and Hayes, also I want to see if he can continue that consecutive games with a point record. Give him a work-out and nutrition program to put more muscle on that frame and let him spend 1 more season in Junior to dominate.

[@kylebechtold6749]

He's currently bigger than Marner, what more do you need from the kid? One more year dominating junior will probably be worse for him, he could lose attention to detail and 0 reason to strive or work harder

[@CrimsonicStorm]

Lol... a junior points record is meaningless

[@theadventuresofjimmycrapol8827]

@@CrimsonicStorm agreed... but it's at least something if he's not yet physically strong enough to play in the NHL effectively.

[@CrimsonicStorm]

@@theadventuresofjimmycrapol8827 He hasnt been weighed since the start of the season, its very likely hes no longer 185. Hes likely closer to 5'11 190 or so. He also plays gritty anyway and has never been scared of contact or scrums. He has even fought I think 4 times in junior. If London wins the memorial cup then there is quite literally nothing left for him to do at the junior level. I dont care if someone is 18, 24, or 30 years old. If they can play they can play, he looks too dominant for junior it would waste a year to go back there. He *should* play full time in the NHL next season as he cant play in the AHL.

[@steph1433]

Yess

[@Kyt2024]

Marner right now is still only 180 lbs and an inch taller than Cowan. After like 9 years in the NHL. Cowan absolutely could join at 185 and be fine. His play will dictate it, not his size.

[@everyonesguy7466]

Bedard

[@jimmathieson9549]

Noodles,bang on…

[@patogley8965]

He is not mature enough physically or mentally, yeah he scores goals in Jr A but the NHL grown men would make him pay, he’s not entitled to a place on the roster

[@AndyTurner-fp7fg]

He's a great Junior player, but, as a season ticket holder, I can tell you he's not ready for the NHL. On second thought he constantly overpasses and gives the puck away so maybe he would be perfect for the Leafs.

[@daltonm.strongman2397]

He can only play if we trade marner if not then no cant have to many of these players in our lineup

[@ChrisTempleMusic]

Stupid question… 82 games ???? Who plays 82 games?

[@bountykilla9153]

phil kessel

[@dhennessey1970]

Cowan will be fine, but will likely be playing for another team next year in a trade for a defenseman

[@user-sn8sw2vi8z]

Cowan and Minten will be playing next season.

[@shanebrohm7786]

Minten should be traded. He’s not nearly as good as people make him out to be but he could get us a good piece we need to win now

[@KP-05]

I agree, get rid of marner and Tavares and open up spots for these hungry young players

[@user-sn8sw2vi8z]

@@shanebrohm7786 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@user-sn8sw2vi8z]

@@KP-05 Bam Son

[@lancecameron8974]

Minten is ass

[@kylebechtold6749]

Wyatt Johnston is currently listed at 6'/184lbs, Cowan is 5'11"/185, let's cut the "he's to small" bullshit. Give the kid a chance and see how he does. Size isn't everything anymore in today's NHL, especially when a kid like Cowan plays as "big" as he does, kids a dog. 1 more year in junior would be a waste

[@aaamm4010]

One more year in London and one with the Marlies

[@kroot0x]

glad your not in charge hahah.

[@aaamm4010]

He's a small player give him time to get stronger, at the moment he's playing with kids not men,glad you are not in charge

[@shanebrohm7786]

I’d say he’s ready for some AHL action. He’s gotta play with men I agree but it would be absolutely pointless to have him in London for another year especially if they win the OHL and memorial cup.

[@vaughngiesbrecht9668]

I don't think he's eligible for the AHL cuz he's 19​@@shanebrohm7786

[@CrimsonicStorm]

@@aaamm4010 Hes over 185lbs theres plenty of guys in the NHL that are much smaller than he is. Its a stupid narrative.

[@honkingantalope]

The leafs have no money to resign anyone. The need both Cowan and Minten ready next year. Maybe even Niemila.

[@alterego7739]

Noodles is right but do we remember when Kadri and Marner walked in at 165lbs

[@rickrobitaille8809]

😂Jags fan here😄🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@breakaway2x]

Please use him as trade bait. We don't need another tiny skilled player like Marner. He won't do much in the playoffs. Trade him and get Pesce or some other stud dmen for our cup run cuz we're not in rebuilding mode.

[@rickrobitaille8809]

This awkward moment 😂🔥🇨🇦

[@rickrobitaille8809]

Where's Luke Wilson for this question 😄🇨🇦🔥

[@nicholaswalls6212]

I wish the oilers would try campbell i think hed be better than pickard

[@rickrobitaille8809]

Stuart Skinner is a guy that's growing still 😁🇨🇦

[@cheetolics]

If they keep the core they have no choice

[@user-sn8sw2vi8z]

🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@rickrobitaille8809]

😄🔥🇨🇦OHDOG 😄🔥

[@rickrobitaille8809]

Time to play dice with the leafs universe 😁🇨🇦

[@dannymoxley-towns8541]

Yes....but i wanna see him NOT IN A LEAFS JERSEY. they just fuck up developing and keeping players

[@rickrobitaille8809]

💰😄✔🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@rickrobitaille8809]

Sweet😁🇨🇦🌐

[@rickrobitaille8809]

😂🔥🇨🇦✔

[@rickrobitaille8809]

😂confirm this🔥🇨🇦😄

[@garyweissman9609]

Did his parents really name him after a hockey stick?

[@wizzerwiser2056]

I'm sure that stick was named after it's inventor so Easton is most likely a name to begin with just rare.

[@VindictiveRaider]

Cowen is bigger then Domi and Dewer

[@alterego7739]

Edmonton gsts the boot round 2 and McDavid loses it and wants a trade to Toronto. Leafs move Marner & Robertson

[@rickrobitaille8809]

😂so much too say here 😁🇨🇦

[@LynnEdwards-sl7jd]

Just gained 5 pounds. Wow!

[@jpdemontigny]

Cowan? Remember Nick Robertson?

[@ChrisTempleMusic]

Marner 😂😂😂😂😂

[@billrowen9417]

Not even close in comparison. Easton is an all-around player. Robertson just offense.

[@rickrobitaille8809]

Leafs have a real chance to reload 😂noodles 🇨🇦

[@jeffmelanson8714]

Did I comment to do your homework on Hockey before you tell somebody that you guys should go into the Marvys first then Alicia use your brain if you’re a hockey fan or not

[@jeffmelanson8714]

That’s enough people to comment above that Tommy’s a lot better than the guy right now come on now you guys in Jr next to me has been in the league three years now I take Donnie over the other guy

[@rickrobitaille8809]

LIV not getting this guy😂🔥🇨🇦🌐

[@justinwillness3162]

he needs to spend more time in junior, no reason to rush him and always gets another chance in the world juniors

[@rickrobitaille8809]

So nervous about Oilers they can't lose 😂here🔥🇨🇦

[@rickrobitaille8809]

One of these Bruins goalies need to go home 😁🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@rickrobitaille8809]

Neojags fan a debt I owe to a bet I lost😂🇨🇦🇺🇸🔥

[@rickrobitaille8809]

Cheap shot Hayes😂🔥🇨🇦

[@rickrobitaille8809]

Hayes believing 😂🇨🇦

[@johnhoward8668]

Imagine this kid going into the corner with Zadorov or Schenn.

[@commissioner1969]

Of course he's ready. It's not like he's coming to a contender. Let these bums play together.

[@rickrobitaille8809]

Can Tiger woods actually add another major and retire 😂🇨🇦🇬🇧🇺🇸🌐🔥

[@user-zt6hf7qr9q]

انا اختك من يمن والله ماتكلمت الا من جوع ومن ضيق الحال انا وكامل اسرتي تشردنا من بيوتنا بَسَبَبَ الَحَرَبَ نَحَنَ فَيَ حَالَهَ لَايَعَلَمَ بَهَا الَا الَلَهَ حَسَبَنَا الَلَهَ وًّنَعَمَ الَوكيَلَ فَيَ مَنَ اوًّصَلَنَا الَى هَاذا الَحَالَ 💔💔وًّالَلَهَ الَعَظَيَمَ مَا كتَبَتَ هَذا الَمَنَاشَدَهَ غَيَرَ مَنَ الَضَيَقَ وّالَفَقَر يَاعَالَمَ حَسَوّا فَيَنَا ارَجَوّكمَ وّالَلَهَ الَعَظَيَمَ رَبَ الَعَرَشَ الَعَظَيَمَ انَه الَاكلَ مَا فَيَ عَنَدَيَ بَالَبَيَتَ وًّالَلَهَ يَا اخَوّانَيَ انَهَ اخَوًّنَيَ بَقَعَدَوًّ بَالَيَوًّمَيَنَ مَافَى اكلَ وًّالَلَهَ وًّضَعَنَا كثَيَرَ صَعَبَ نَحَنَ 4 نَفَرَ دَاخَلَ الَبَيَتَ وًّابَيَ مَتَوًّفَيَ وًّلَا يَوًّجَدَ مَنَ يَعَوًّلَ عَلَيَنَا وًّسَاكنَيَنَ فَيَ بَيَتَ اجَارَ لَانَسَتَطَيَعَ دَفَعَ الَاجَارَ الَلَيَ بَاقَيَ عَلَيَنَا ''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''' اخي اول كلامي انا اقسم بالله على كتاب الله اني لااكذب عليك ولا انصب ولا احتال اني بنت يمنيه نازحين انا واسرتي بيننا ایت الشهرب 15 الف يمني والان علينا 60 الف حق 4 شهور وصاحب البيت من الناس الي ماترحم والله يا اخي انه يجي كل يوم يبهدلنا ويتكلم علينا ويريد من البيت للشارع لانناماقدرنا ندفعله الأجار شافونا الجيران نبكي ورجعو تكلمو الجيران ومهلنالاخره الأسبوع معادفعنا له حلف يمين بالله هذا بيخرجنا إلى الشارع رحمه واحنا. بلادنا بسبب هذا الحرب ولانجد قوت يومنا وعايشين اناوامي واخوتي سفار والدنا متوفي الله يرحمه ومامعنا أحد في هذا الدنيا جاانبنا في هذه الظروف القاسيه اخوتي الصغار خرجو للشارع وشافو الجيران ياكلو واوقفو عند بابهم لجل يعطوهم ولو كسره خبز والله الذي له ملك السموات والارض انهم غلفو الباب وطردوهم ورجعو یبکو ایموتو من الجوع ما احد رحمهم وعطلة ردها لقمت عیش والان لوما احدنا ساعدنا في إيكيلو دقيق اقسم بالله انموت من الجوع فيا اخي انا دخيله على الله ثم عليك واريد منك المساعده لوجه الله انشدك بالله تحب الخير واتساعدني ولو ب 500 ريال يمني مع تراسلي واتساب على هذا الرقم 00967714182329وتطلب اسم بطاقتي وترسلي ولاتتاخر وايعوضك الله بكل خير اخواني سغار شوف كيف حالتهم وساعدنا وأنقذنا قبل أن يطردونا في الشارع تتبهدل أو نموت من الجوع وانا واسرتي نسالك بالله لولك مقدره على مساعد لاتتاخر علينا وجزاك الله خيرا،.،.،:^:؛^:🎉°~°~^~°!'+~'«:/،(؛*؛ "!"!:.!_)+،.،."!"؛'؟":"""ااااااااااااااااااا

[@bindardondat5292]

Stop drafting small players

[@coreyk5536]

5'11" 170lbs.... sounds like another fkin marner on our hands jesus.

[@shanebrohm7786]

Having the willingness to get into the dirty areas and bang is the only thing that matters. Marchand is 36 and is 5’9 and only weighs 6 more pounds more than Cowan.

[@shanebrohm7786]

He’s 5’11 185 pounds. Brad Marchand is 5’9 176. Cowan will be just fine.

[@johnsummerhill8323]

Ready for the next step- the AHL.

[@SnelSports]

Easton Cowan going to be out of Toronto in 3 years way way way way to small

[@matthewchristie7712]

good news leafs lose early cbc bailing on the internet leafs loose early , rogers win$ corporate hoockey and no cbc

[@user-xg8ig6zx5r]

Hey I have a solution for him being undersized. STOP dradfting undersized players for gods sake! Every aspect of what Shanahan has done even including our draft prospects is pure garbage! Fire Shanahan before he makes this even worse!