Drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in 2011, Gibson spent his junior days in Chicoutimi. A product of Finland, Gibson was released from the Kings organization and the Leafs signed him in the summer of 2013.
But playing time was sparse.
The previous season, goaltender Drew McIntyre won the hearts of Marlies fans with his athletic ability and highlight reel saves. The addition of several other prospects meant playing time would be difficult to get.
But it wasn’t any bother to Gibson.
“It’s about the process, everybody has to go through it,” said Gibson. “I want to use this as a development to help the team win every single day.