6’5 power forward free agent remains available and is finally getting attention

It’s mid-July, and while most of the big-name free agents have found new homes, one towering forward is still waiting for his next opportunity. Finally, some teams are starting to take notice.

Brett Leason, the 6’5” power forward who spent the last three seasons with the Anaheim Ducks, remains unsigned. But with training camps inching closer, the 26-year-old could be an interesting late-summer addition for a team looking to add depth, grit, and low-cost upside to their forward group.

Leason has quietly put together a solid resume since breaking into the NHL. In 184 games, he’s tallied 22 goals and 48 points, while racking up 179 hits and 127 blocks. He’s not just a big body as he has also shown flashes of offensive potential and a willingness to play a physical, north-south style that coaches love in the bottom six.

What makes Leason especially intriguing is his price tag. He likely won’t cost more than $1 million on a short-term deal, making him a low-risk, potentially high-reward signing. Exactly the kind of bet that can pay off come playoff time.

Hockey Patrol has recently linked Leason to the Toronto Maple Leafs, who could use a bit of muscle after sending veteran enforcer Ryan Reaves in a trade to the San Jose Sharks earlier this month. Leason might not bring the same intimidation factor, but he could offer a younger, more versatile option in a similar role.

For a team looking to bolster its lineup with size, energy, and a touch of offense, without breaking the bank, Leason is starting to look like one of the best remaining names on the board.

Don’t be surprised if his name surfaces soon. The market may have been quiet, but Leason could find a new home this summer.