Much like the Toronto Maple Leafs 2021-22 season, Michael Bunting’s career is quite the story.
Since signing a two-year deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs last July, Bunting has been one of the best bargains in hockey; scoring 23 goals and collecting 40 assists with a lowly 925,000 dollar cap hit.
Bunting leads all NHL rookies in points and is second in goals and assists. Despite what you may think about his age, this is a guy who had played 26 games at the NHL level before this season. He should absolutely be considered for the Calder Trophy.