Curtis McElhinney

Maple Leafs pluck Curtis McElhinney off waivers

The Toronto Maple Leafs claimed goalie Curtis McElhinney off waivers from the Columbus Blue Jackets.

What It Means:

McElhinney should serve as the primary backup to Frederik Andersen in Toronto. He went 2-1-2 with a .924 save percentage and 2.39 goals-against average this season in Columbus prior to being replaced by 24-year-old netminder Anton Forsberg.

The Maple Leafs are currently tied for 16th in numberFire's NHL Team Power Rankings.