Acquired as a college free agent in April of 2009, Tyler Bozak has faced constant scrutiny since arriving in Toronto. He served as the Leafs’ de facto first-line centerman over the course of five-plus seasons under three different head coaches, primarily playing with top-line wingers Joffrey Lupul (at the time), Phil Kessel and James van Riemsdyk. A coveted right-shot centerman, the 6’1 30-year-old is still with the team despite non-stop trade rumours while serving as a whipping boy for many fans due to his poor possession metrics and joined-at-the hip linemate relationship with Phil Kessel — specifically under former head coach Randy Carlyle.
Tyler Bozak – 2016-17 Player Preview
