Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford wins bronze with Canada at 2026 World Juniors
Ben Danford earned a World Junior bronze, played a defensive shutdown role, and will return to the Brantford Bulldogs while pursuing a Marlies spot and potential NHL debut.
Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford reportedly invited to Team Canada's World Juniors camp
Ben Danford was invited to Team Canada's 2026 World Junior Championships training camp after improved offense and strong defensive play with the Brantford Bulldogs.
Ben Danford leaning on Easton Cowan's advice to make Team Canada's WJC team
Ben Danford’s expected World Juniors participation offers a major development and exposure opportunity that could significantly boost his NHL prospect status.
Sam McCue, a Toronto Maple Leafs prospect, committed to Bowling Green to pursue NCAA development rather than immediately turning professional, leveraging CHL-NCAA flexibility.
2025 Leafs Prospect Rankings, No. 5: Noah Chadwick looks to take a big step this season
Noah Chadwick transformed from a low-ceiling sixth-round pick into a 6'4", offensively productive left-shot defenseman who earned an NHL entry-level contract.