List of Toronto Marlies who can help the Leafs

With the 5 game losing streak making life very uncomfortable for John Ferguson Jr. and Pat Quinn, a promotion or two from the Toronto Marlies is very probable. I've read that JFJ has been extremely active in the last while shopping Jason Allison. It could be a tough sell though as it is always tougher to deal when the other teams know you are desperate. Regardless of what JFJ does, here is a list of Marlie prospects that may or may not be able to help our Leafs. I didn't want to look any deeper than the Marlies as I was looking for players that could step in and help right away.

1. John Pohl, C, has 44 points in 37 games leading the Marlies. He was recently named to the AHL All-Star team and was called up earlier this year to the Leafs. When he was sent back down Quinn noted that he had played well.

2. Bates Battaglia, LW, the former Carolina Hurricane has 36 points in 44 games and could provide veteran presence. He can play a physical game and chip in offensively.

3. Jeremy Williams, C, has 32 points in 31 games. He is known for his offense, speed and is known not to back down.

4. Ian White, D, 24 points, +6 in 35 games. Smallish defenceman (5'10", 180 lbs) whose best chance to make the Leafs will be to quarterback the powerplay.

5. Jay Harrison, D, 23 points, +11, 67 PIM in 42 games. A big (6'3", 202 lbs), strong defenceman who is good in his own zone, has a hard, heavy shot and is a pretty good scrapper.

6. Ben Ondrus, LW, 19 points, 67 PIM in 36 games. A gritty two way player known for character and attitude. A good forechecker, quick skater, with limited puck skills. Ondrus gets points by crashing the net. Earlier this year Quinn likened him to Darcy Tucker.

7. Brendan Bell, D, 19 points, 69 PIM in 43 games. A strong, two way defenceman who skates well, has good puck control and is a decent passer with a hard low shot. He has good size (6'1" 217 lbs) and can play a physical game.

I would bet one or two of the above will be called up to the Leafs in the next few days. Hopefully the Leafs puts together a good game tonight against Ottawa or things will get very interesting with the teams management and personnel.

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