Report: Leafs expected to sign top NCAA free agent

According to multiple online reports, the Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to announce NCAA free agent defenseman Joseph Duszak.

TOR looking at right-shot D Joseph Duszak of NCAA Mercyhurst as a free-agent addition. Led team with 47 points in 37 games.
— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) March 12, 2019

Per NHL source, Mercyhurst D Joseph Duszak is expected to sign with the Toronto Maple Leafs. Exceptional skater and puck-handling D. Finished the season with 47 points, good for third nationally among all players (not just D). Finishes three-year NCAA career with 99pts in 101 GP.
— Mike McMahon (@MikeMcMahonCHN) March 12, 2019

The 21 year old New York native had an impressive 16 goals and 47 points in 37 games with Mercyhurst College of the NCAA’s Atlantic Hockey Association (AHA).

The 5 foot, 10 inch, 185 pound blue liner is described as a strong skater with excellent passing and playmaking abilities.

He's a candidate for the Hobey Baker Award, given to the most outstanding NCAA men's hockey player.