Leafs share update on injured defenseman ahead of Global Series in Sweden
It's so easy to forget the events and narratives that surrounded the pre-season once the real games start. Of course, we Leaf fans remember the stellar performances from young guys like Easton Cowan and Fraser Minten, but less remember how ridiculously good Connor Timmins was during training camp this year. At one point, he lead all players in scoring with 2 goals and 4 assists in just 3 games. Unfortunately, it all came crashing down when he suffered what was described as a "significant lower body injury" in his third game.
Timmins started the season on LTIR. MRI results revealed the injury wasn't as bad as it could have been, but his status has been uncertain ever since. Finally, the day before the Leafs depart for Sweden, following back to back wins over the Flames and Canucks, Sheldon Keefe provided an update.
Timmins is ahead of schedule in his recovery. In fact, he will travel with the Leafs on their Global Series adventure. Keefe promised to provide a clearer picture of his status sometime this week, but it sounds like Timmins, who was a full participant at practice today, may be in the lineup sooner than later, perhaps even on this Sweden trip!
If Timmins is able to step in and fill the void left by Timothy Liljegren's absence, it will be a huge boost for the Leafs. Injuries have been a major issue for Timmins, which is part of the reason the Leafs were able to acquire him for career AHLer Curtis Douglas. I believe there's still a talented hockey player there. He just needs to get healthy and stay healthy enough to show it to us.
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14 NOVEMBRE | 350 ANSWERS Leafs share update on injured defenseman ahead of Global Series in Sweden Will Connor Timmins be a difference maker for the Leafs this season? | ||
| Yes, if he stays healthy | 218 | 62.3 % |
| No, he's a bust | 28 | 8 % |
| Anyone is better than Klingberg right now | 104 | 29.7 % |
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