"We're into December, which means the World Juniors are just around the corner. Team Canada is expected to name its roster in the coming days, while holding a 10-day training camp in Niagara Falls from December 12-22. Daily Faceoff prospect expert Steven Ellis listed Toronto Maple Leafs top prospect Ben Danford in his final roster projection last week, which would be a massive accomplishment for the 2024 first-round pick."
"Danford has plenty of big-game experience already, having played in two straight OHL championship series. Neither proved fruitful, but he still looked good regardless. Danford is a guy his teammates like to rely on because he's rarely caught making a mistake distributing the puck. I saw Danford play both sides on the blueline last year, but I think he's got something going on the left side - it fits his shot better. Danford said he hopes to be like Chris Tanev, which I think is a solid comparison. He probably tops out as a No. 4 defenseman in Toronto, but I think he'll be quite reliable."
The World Junior Championship approaches with Team Canada holding a 10-day training camp in Niagara Falls from December 12-22 before naming its roster. Ben Danford, a 2024 first-round pick and a top Toronto Maple Leafs prospect, is characterized as a stay-at-home defenceman working to improve his offensive game during his final OHL seasons. Danford plays for Brantford, which leads the OHL and features multiple NHL prospects. Danford has extensive big-game experience, has played both sides of the blueline, is valued for reliable puck distribution, models his game on Chris Tanev, and projects as a dependable No.4 defenseman.
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