Easton Cowan has firmly earned his place in the Maple Leafs’ lineup after scoring a crucial late goal in Toronto’s 2-1 overtime win against the Blue Jackets. Moments after, Columbus took the lead in the third period. Cowan answered with a sharp-angle finish off a setup from John Tavares, capping off a night where he consistently generated offence and pushed the pace. Despite several close chances in recent games, he hadn’t been able to convert until that game. With this breakthrough and his strong overall play, Cowan continues to build trust with head coach Craig Berube, solidifying his role in the top six alongside Tavares and William Nylander.

Star in the Making

Easton Cowan’s rise has been years in the making. His transition to the NHL has mirrored the dominance he showed in junior. C

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