Beyond the Maple Leafs’ Opening Roster: Notes on the Call-Ups, Prospects, and Marlies to Watch

As the NHL preseason concludes, analysis turns to the Toronto Maple Leafs' depth players and Toronto Marlies prospects who could serve as early-season call-ups. Forward Steven Lorentz rebounded from limited ice time in his preseason opener to score against the Ottawa Senators while skating alongside Teddy Blueger and Brandon Duhaime.

Goaltender Artur Akhtyamov has solidified his standing as the organization's third-string netminder following a strong showing in Montreal and Dennis Hildeby's departure via trade. Meanwhile, forward Jacob Quillan remains a candidate for a center call-up despite struggling at the faceoff dot during preseason play.