In 39 games for Notre Dame this season, Ellis had 28 points, leading the team in scoring. It resulted in him being named to the All Big 10 2nd team.
Last season, the Leafs signed Alex Steeves out of Notre Dame, who impressed in a short stint with the Leafs this season as well as having a great season for the Toronto Marlies, scoring 21 goals and 42 points total in 48 games.