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Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller raves about Easton Cowan: ‘He’s exceeded my expectations’

Easton Cowan is taking the leap during his second season, and Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller couldn’t be more proud of his 21-year-old winger. Cowan registered a goal and three points, steering the Maple Leafs to a 6-2…

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 12:00 PM
Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller raves about Easton Cowan: ‘He’s exceeded my expectations’
Key Things to Know
  • Head coach Jim Hiller praised Easton Cowan for exceeding expectations following a three-point game.
  • The Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 6-2 on Tuesday.
  • Cowan recorded a goal and two assists, including his first career shorthanded goal.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Jim Hiller praised forward Easton Cowan after a standout performance in a 6-2 victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday. The 21-year-old winger tallied a goal and two assists, prompting Hiller to state that Cowan has exceeded his high expectations while developing into a reliable regular penalty killer.

Cowan netted his first career shorthanded goal off an assist from Oliver Ekman-Larsson during the second period. Now boasting four goals on the season, Cowan and the Maple Leafs will continue their campaign on Thursday when they host the New York Rangers.

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