Cowan Looks to Finish Strong After Tough Season With Marlies

For a young player, trying seasons can teach more than easy ones, and Cowan is apparently in the part of the script where grit matters as much as flash. He is looking to finish on a high note while doing real work for the Marlies, which is exactly the kind of bridge assignment that tests a prospect's patience. The Leafs know there is value in seeing who keeps driving when the year gets messy. That is why this stretch matters more than a box score glance would suggest.