Carlo Colaiacovo is going to be an excellent d-man in the NHL for years to come. He has everything you want in a defenceman in the new, faster NHL. He has the speed, the grit, the toughness and the skill to succeed, and to excel. The Leafs need more young guns like Carlo to build their team for the future. Ferguson Jr. just signed Carlo to a three-year contract extension. I don’t think there is any Maple Leaf fan out there that is not happy or excited about this signing. After Carlo recovered from the tragic injury resulting in his concussion, he made great progress and proved to the team, and to the fans that he has what it takes to play in the NHL. A few years from now, and Colaiacovo will be one of the top D-Men on the Leafs, reminding everyone of Kaberle.

Welcome back Carlo!