🚨 Breaking: Nick Robertson Fate sealed following new report involving leafs prospect Easton Cowan .

 

As training camp unfolds in Toronto, the fate of Nick Robertson with the Maple Leafs appears increasingly precarious amid a bright showing from prospect Easton Cowan. What began as a competitive camp has turned into a clear roster battle — and the early signs suggest the scales may be tipping away from Robertson.

 

Robertson entered camp under something of a question mark. Though he sported a new contract, the Leafs’ forward corps is crowded, particularly in the bottom-six forward positions. While he demonstrated flashes early on, his role seems to have diminished in recent days. Meanwhile, Easton Cowan — a top prospect in Toronto’s system — has made consistent impact in each preseason appearance, earning praise for his play and pushing for an NHL roster spot.

 

One key moment: at a recent practice, Cowan supplanted Robertson on the Leafs’ projected fourth line, while Robertson skated with lesser combinations. That move is being interpreted by many as a signal — the Leafs may be ready to lean into the youth movement.

 

Contractually and practically, Robertson’s options are narrowing. If he cannot secure a consistent spot in the lineup, he may find himself as a “13th forward” — a marginal role at best — or even placed on waivers. Reports suggest Toronto is contemplating which forward to waive, with candidates including Robertson, Calle Jarnkrok, and David Kampf.

 

Cowan’s rise isn’t only due to opportunity — his performance is earning it. His chemistry with veteran depth forwards Scott Laughton and Steven Lorentz has drawn attention, and coaches are looking closely at how he fits in beyond raw skill. The Leafs’ staff appears genuinely intrigued by what Cowan might bring — not just now, but as part of the franchise’s forward pipeline.

 

All of this places Robertson in a precarious position. A player who has shown he can score at the NHL level is now balancing on a knife’s edge — will the Leafs opt for his experience or gamble on youthful upside? Should Cowan continue to shine, Robertson’s tenure in Toronto could be nearing its end.