As the Toronto Maple Leafs gear up for their first preseason home game against Ottawa tonight, all eyes are on rising star Ben Danford. This promising defender is creating quite a buzz in his first week under Coach Craig Berube.

Berube has been singing Danford's praises, expressing his admiration for the veteran's performance and hinting at his potential role within the team. Could we be witnessing the emergence of a new key player for the Leafs?

In addition to the excitement surrounding Danford, the Maple Leafs experienced a well-deserved day off on Monday, allowing them to recharge before tonight's face-off at Scotiabank Arena at 7:00 PM ET.

Meanwhile, Scott Laughton is eager to settle into his new environment after departing from his long-time NHL team. He's hoping that some time to adjust will set the stage for a breakout season.

In other league news, early Calder Trophy favorites are starting to surface, indicating a thrilling race for the top rookie this season. Additionally, Alex Pietrangelo appears to be back in the fray, denying rumors of residing on 'Robidas Island.' However, David Pastrnak is dealing with some lingering knee issues, raising concerns for fans.

Tonight’s game promises to be an action-packed event, with fans eagerly anticipating how Danford and the rest of the team will perform. Stay tuned!