Marlies Coach Sullivan Highlights Growth in Leafs Prospects Luke Haymes and Tinus Luc Koblar

Toronto Marlies head coach Steve Sullivan evaluated Leafs prospects following a 4-3 OT loss to Ottawa, with 2026 first-rounder Jaxon Cover scoring the winner for the Senators
Luke Haymes showcased consistency and reliability as a forward, scoring in the third period and serving as an alternate captain, earning praise from Sullivan for his 200-foot game
Haymes’ development has accelerated following the Marlies’ Calder Cup run, with Sullivan noting the prospect has taken significant steps in his maturity and leadership
Tinus Luc Koblar, the Leafs’ fourth-ranked prospect, demonstrated his pro-ready ability despite showing some fatigue as the game progressed, with strong international credentials from the IIHF World Championship
Koblar expressed clear intentions to remain in North America and compete for a spot with the Toronto Maple Leafs organization
The Leafs prospects team will conclude their rookie tournament against the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday at 1 PM ET