Nick Robertson's Fate for Round 1 Revealed by the Maple Leafs

The Toronto Maple Leafs are set to open their series against the Ottawa Senators tomorrow, and with the lineup now taking shape, internal competition for ice time is heating up.

Among those battling for a consistent role, Nick Robertson has emerged as a standout as the projected Game 1 lineups have been announced.

Last year, Robertson was a healthy scratch in Game 7 against the Boston Bruins. This time around, his role looks much different.

As per Mark Masters on X:

Robertson is currently slotted on the third line alongside Bobby McMann and Pontus Holmberg, and he's also earning time on the power play with the second unit-a sign of growing trust from head coach Craig Berube.

This season, Robertson skated in 69 games-his most in a single season-recording a career-high 15 goals and 22 points.

While his offensive production has been a positive, it's his attitude and tenacity that have stood out. Despite being in and out of the lineup, he's embraced every opportunity, showing maturity and consistency in his effort.

As the Leafs prepare to face the Senators in round one, there's a different energy surrounding the team. The buzz around the league-from both players and executives-suggests that this Toronto squad is one of the most well-rounded playoff rosters they've had in years. Under Berube's leadership, the Leafs appear poised to make a serious run.