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Maple Leafs’ Journeyman Takes Cool Path To Marlies Stardom

Not every player turns into an NHL superstar. Some grind for years just to keep playing the game they love, no matter the uniform they wear. And sometimes, those journeymen find a way to shine bright, even if the stage…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 11:02 AM
Maple Leafs’ Journeyman Takes Cool Path To Marlies Stardom
Key Things to Know
  • Journeyman forward Logan Shaw has started the AHL season with 11 points in seven games for the Toronto Marlies.
  • The 34-year-old center has recorded two goals and nine assists early in the 2026-27 campaign.
  • Originally drafted by the Florida Panthers in 2011, Shaw previously played for the Ducks, Canadiens, Jets, and Senators.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Veteran forward Logan Shaw has emerged as a key contributor for the Toronto Marlies, the AHL affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs. The 34-year-old center opened the 2026-27 AHL season with 11 points, consisting of two goals and nine assists, across his first seven games.

Shaw was originally selected in the third round of the 2011 NHL Draft by the Florida Panthers and has since played for numerous professional teams. Billy Heyen notes that despite not earning an NHL call-up from Toronto since joining the Marlies in 2022-23, the journeyman remains a vital veteran presence.

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