As the 2024-2025 season approaches, the Toronto Maple Leafs face uncertainty regarding their top prospects. Will they join the NHL team or develop further in the AHL? The performance in training camp will determine their fate. Various players like Easton Cowan and Nikita Grebyonkin are discussed, each with unique strengths and areas for improvement. The Maple Leafs' GM's preference for physical defensemen poses a challenge for defenseman Topi Niemela. Goaltender Dennis Hildeby shows promise with his impressive rookie season stats. Overall, these prospects may need more time before making a significant impact on the NHL stage.