Matthew Knies has the potential to make an impact for the Toronto Maple Leafs, possibly as soon as this year.
The Toronto Maple Leafs haven’t drafted high for several years now, often trading their top picks, so it’s reasonable to ask if they have any prospects who can graduate to the NHL level.
Personally, I only see one prospect who I feel can make the jump to the Leafs roster right now, and that prospect is Matthew Knies.
Yes, I am aware that he is unsigned at the moment, but the Leafs need a player like him.