It’s strange times for a rebuilding hockey club when your 22-year-old top-line defender is already being asked about his ability to lead in the dressing room - because that’s what Morgan Rielly will be looked at to do. Four of Toronto's last five first-rounder will likely be starting for the team on opening night and players like Kadri and van Riemsdyk are still on that the line between being part of the the youth movement and being the veteran presence. There's a lot of excitement surrounding these players' abilities, but there will undoubtedly be turbulent times ahead - and who steps up to take control will be critical. Matt Hunwick and Roman Polak are qualified for that, as are Bozak and Brooks Laich. But some of the younger players, who are in that mid-range career level, will be tasked with setting a good example as well. How they handle the responsibility is paramount for the Leafs.

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