The Toronto Maple Leafs benefited from signing veteran Max Pacioretty to a one-year contract, who performed well during the playoffs despite a mediocre regular season. With this success, speculation arises for possible candidates to offer professional tryouts for the upcoming season. Andreas Athanasiou, once seen as a rising star, aims for a rebound after recent struggles, having shown he can contribute significantly. Craig Smith is another potential candidate with a history of consistent goal production and playoff experience.
Despite a somewhat underwhelming regular season, the signing paid huge dividends in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The 36-year-old veteran recorded three goals and five assists in 11 postseason games for the Leafs, helping them get past the Ottawa Senators in the gruelling first round series.
Andreas Athanasiou still only three years removed from his 2022-23 season with the Chicago Blackhawks in which he managed to post 20 goals and 20 assists for 40 points. As a result, he is still more than capable at providing valuable secondary scoring to any contender.
Craig Smith has recorded five 20+ goal and nine 30+ point seasons while having plenty of playoff experience.
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