The Toronto Marlies have opened their season to date with a 1-4 record. According to my data, that’s not good. Bad, even.
Such initial sputtering is a relatively surprising development, especially considering how the Marlies brought in some notable additions over the summer to shore up their depleted depth. Is this slow start the result of buyers remorse? Or have these recent arrivals been pulling their weight?
Well, you’ll have to read below to find out. Here are early-season report cards for all players new to the Marlies organization. Enjoy.
Adam Cracknell
Grade: B
Adam Cracknell joined the Marlies over the summer for what boils down to a single purpose; replace Ben Smith.