"In a season filled with inconsistency and uncertainty on the back end, one thing has remained constant for the Toronto Maple Leafs is Jake McCabe. Since arriving in Toronto, McCabe has quietly established himself as the team's most reliable defenceman, trusted in every situation and tasked with the toughest assignments night after night. Jake McCabe's path to becoming a cornerstone defenceman was anything but flashy."
"Since joining the Maple Leafs, McCabe has taken on a much larger role and embraced it fully. The past few seasons with the Leafs have marked career years, as he consistently logged heavy minutes against opposing top lines while having the responsibility of both the penalty kill and five-on-five play. His impact doesn't always show up on the scoresheet, but his presence is felt in close games when defensive details matter most."
Jake McCabe developed as a defence-first blueliner after being drafted in the second round by the Buffalo Sabres in 2012 and starring at the University of Wisconsin. He captained the United States World Junior team in 2013 and contributed three goals and three assists in seven games en route to a gold medal. McCabe transitioned to the NHL in 2015-16, built a dependable reputation in Buffalo and Chicago, and elevated his role after joining Toronto in 2023. He logs heavy minutes against top opposition, anchors the penalty kill and five-on-five play, and pairs with Chris Tanev to form a reliable shutdown duo while carrying increased responsibility through injuries.
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