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Top Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford out with broken wrist

Top defence prospect Ben Danford has a broken wrist and is considered week-to-week, Toronto Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan told reporters.

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 6:32 PM
Top Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford out with broken wrist
Key Things to Know
  • Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford is out week-to-week with a broken wrist.
  • Danford suffered the wrist injury on Nov. 4 after blocking a pass against the Hamilton Hammers.
  • The 20-year-old defenseman was Toronto's 31st overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Toronto Maple Leafs top defense prospect Ben Danford is sidelined week-to-week after suffering a broken wrist. Toronto Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan confirmed the injury, which occurred when Danford blocked a pass during a Nov. 4 game against the Hamilton Hammers.

The 20-year-old defenseman has recorded four assists in 11 games while playing on the top pairing this season. Danford, selected 31st overall by Toronto in the 2024 NHL Draft, has been averaging over 25 minutes of ice time per night.

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