Fraser Minten, a 19-year-old player, is set to make his NHL debut for the Toronto Maple Leafs. Despite his young age, Minten appears to be handling the nerves well and staying focused. His parents and grandparents are in town to support him. Minten participated in the rookie lap, a tradition for NHL rookies, before the game. The Maple Leafs selected Minten in the second round of the 2022 NHL Draft. Another player, Matthew Knies, also participated in a pseudo rookie lap as it was his first regular season NHL game at home.
Maple Leafs forward Fraser Minten (#39) will make his NHL debut tonight. Minten was selected by the Maple Leafs in the second round (38th overall) of the 2022 NHL Draft.
Fraser Minten gets the rookie lap. #Leafs https://t.co/s2QSu36zJC
This is fun. Fraser Minten gets the rookie lap and Matthew Knies comes out second in a pseudo rookie lap. This is his first regular season NHL game at home. https://t.co/asutVc9lFg
It’s an NHL debut version of the #IceTimeChallenge tonight as Fraser Minten does the rookie lap and then plays in #Leafs game tonight against the #Canadiens. Prizes up for grabs! ☕️ Must follow @BodogCA and be 18+ to enter for the $50. LET’S GO!⏱️🏒 https://t.co/vaPRTUph9J
Fraser Minten says he's handling the nerves of his pending NHL debut by "staying present." The 19-year-old exudes a maturity well beyond his years. https://t.co/NZCSrrKczO
Fraser Minten says his parents and grandparents are in town for his NHL debut.