Confirmed with Link: Rasmus Sandin to play with Toronto Marlies for 2018-19 Season

[Maplebeasts]

Lilly got two assists last night as well

Yeah he looks good. Not nearly as bad defensively as his pre draft scouting report made it seem and still has wonderful offensive tools. I think it's only a matter of time until his production explodes.

 

[DarkKnight]

I would say he is a safer bet to reach his potential ceiling, which is a steady two way Top 4 defender.

I still believe Liljegren has a higher ceiling, but is also a much higher risk in not realizing that potential.

That is bang on reality.

 

[hockeywiz542]

The benefits prospects like Rasmus Sandin gain by staying in...

One agent told The Athletic that the plan is to have Sandin stay with the Marlies for a 10-game trial.

Sandin’s agent in Sweden, Michael Rosell, said he didn’t want to speculate what will happen if his client doesn’t stay with the Marlies. However, he went on to say, “I think he is going to show the guys in Toronto he is good enough to play in the AHL.”

So the question remains – should Rasmus Sandin stay with the Marlies this season?

The obvious reason Sandin should stay with the Marlies is the quality and quantity of resources to help him develop. The Marlies practise right down the hall from the Leafs and get significant financial backing from the organization to develop players in the hopes of turning them into NHL players. Numerous players have told reporters this season that the Marlies are a first-class organization that is run like an NHL club.

The team has their own hockey operations director, video and statistical analyst, athletic therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, team doctors, dentists and a player development staff that includes Wickenheiser and skating guru Barb Underhill.

 

[TML1967]

The benefits prospects like Rasmus Sandin gain by staying in...
The Marlies practise right down the hall from the Leafs and get significant financial backing from the organization to develop players in the hopes of turning them into NHL players. Numerous players have told reporters this season that the Marlies are a first-class organization that is run like an NHL club.

This is the kind of thing we have been waiting for.
I love the idea that we can develop guys better, or get more out of kids.
The more this becomes known, the easier it should be to keep signing European and College FA's.

 

[deletethis]

Which is why he’d be a reclamation project

Strome might still turn out to be a useful Brian Boyle/Scott Thornton/Paul Gaustad type.

 

[I am Canadian]

Do you think it would smart of Toronto to try and develop him on the right side?

Leafs have Rielly and Dermott for the foreseeable future in the top 4 left side

 

[Liminality]

Do you think it would smart of Toronto to try and develop him on the right side?

Leafs have Rielly and Dermott for the foreseeable future in the top 4 left side

I personally think it's most wise to develop him wherever he's most likely to reach his potential. If that's the left side then so be it. Forcing him to a side where it doesn't translate is just devaluing him. If we have a problem with too much talent there's always the trade route.

(Also I love the idea of the Sandin-Liljegren pairing)

 

[I am Canadian]

I personally think it's most wise to develop him wherever he's most likely to reach his potential. If that's the left side then so be it. Forcing him to a side where it doesn't translate is just devaluing him. If we have a problem with too much talent there's always the trade route.

(Also I love the idea of the Sandin-Liljegren pairing)

Rielly - xxxx
Dermott - Zaitsev
Sandin - Liljgren

for October 2020? That would be very interesting.

 

[BayStreetBully]

Can we show Sandin some respect and change the title?

 

[Matthews34]

I've watched Liljegren play and he's got some sandpaper to his game. He can be nasty sometimes when pushed. He's definitely a lot more physical than I thought from pre draft scouting reports. ( I'm not saying he's Chara physical but sneaky physical like playoff Karlsson)

 

[HockeyPops]

Didn't see it mentioned that Sandin moved up to the 2nd defensive pairing with LoVerde on Friday night. Think he was playing in the third line prior to this (could be mistaken though).

Friday Game Recap with lineup:
Rasmus Sandin picks up another point, Mason Marchment scores twice in Toronto Marlies’ high-scoring loss to Belleville

Saturday Game Recap with lineup:
Carl Grundstrom scores twice, Mason Marchment records second consecutive two-point game as Toronto Marlies bounce back with blowout victory over Belleville

Papetti gushing about Sandin:
Leafs Musings: A Big Weekend for Sandin and Liljegren, Standout Forwards on the Marlies, and Thoughts on the William Nylander Rumours

Edit: yes, in their previous game on Nov 2, Sandin and LoVerde were on the third line:
Toronto Marlies rescue a point but fall in shootout in sloppy loss to Cleveland

 

[HockeyPops]

Here is another article about Sandin. I didn't realize he has been getting some power play time on the Marlies.

The Monday Marlie: Marlies Hungry To Turn Season Around

 

[nwarrior]

Lots of hype around these two, let's hope they aren't rushed in next year upon Gardiner's departure.

 

[francis246]

Lots of hype around these two, let's hope they aren't rushed in next year upon Gardiner's departure.

I'm not convinced gardiner is going anywhere. Without gardiner this teams defense is ass

 

[The Best Leafs Ever]

I'm not convinced gardiner is going anywhere. Without gardiner this teams defense is ass

With him it’s worse.

 

[7even]

I'm not convinced gardiner is going anywhere. Without gardiner this teams defense is ass

I agree. It'll take some luck and finesse to keep him though.

 

[thewave]

With him it’s worse.

Nope. He more than likely isn't going anywhere either.

 

[Cor]

5 points in 7 games. Impressive start. The people who said Dubas only picked him because he played for the Soo are looking silly.

 

[Walshy7]

I'm not convinced gardiner is going anywhere. Without gardiner this teams defense is ass

Gardiner at $7M+? not a chance in hell we should be doing that. We cant pay that just because he is useful on this dcore doesn't make him worth that cap hit on our team in a cap crunch

 

[Walshy7]

5 points in 7 games. Impressive start. The people who said Dubas only picked him because he played for the Soo are looking silly.

a lot of Hunter worshippers were posting that crap.

 

[34]

I really like this pick. I like him more then Liljegren to be honest

Same here.

 

[Myopic]

If one of Liljegren or Sandin develops into a similar player to Travis Dermott, the Leafs will have won. If they both do, the Leafs have hit the lottery.

Right now I'd put my money on Sandin.

 

[DopeyFish]

If one of Liljegren or Sandin develops into a similar player to Travis Dermott, the Leafs will have won. If they both do, the Leafs have hit the lottery.

Right now I'd put my money on Sandin.

Liljegren isn't a cerebral player like dermott/sandin where everything is go-go-go

Liljegren is more like a Rielly.

 

[DarkKnight]

If one of Liljegren or Sandin develops into a similar player to Travis Dermott, the Leafs will have won. If they both do, the Leafs have hit the lottery.

Right now I'd put my money on Sandin.

Bit premature, but Sandin has the kind of hockey IQ that just reeks NHL quality. For a kid to have that decision making ability, it does remind me of watching Dermott, and if anything he’s more impressive at this tender stage. Very exciting.

 

[Cams]

Nope. He more than likely isn't going anywhere either.

Then the question becomes - At the cost of which player(s)? The way he is playing this season so far, it's hard to move on, but how to fit him in the cap is a tough call. Can Liljegren step in next year (as Dermott did last year)? Sounds like Sandin is progressing well too, but he is maybe at least one more year away (after this year)......I can't see them affording to have 91, 44, 22, 43, and new contracts for 34, 16, 29, and even 24. Sandin sure looks like a great pick at where he was drafted.