The Maple Leafs have put Marlies defenceman Staffan Kronwall on waivers for the purposes of promoting him to the NHL.
The fourth-year pro can be claimed by any other team until noon Friday. If he clears, he'll be able to join the Maple Leafs.
"Hopefully we'll see what he can do Saturday night," said Leafs coach Ron Wilson. "He's been the best Marlies defenceman. We think he deserves a chance.
"If he gets picked up (by another team), good for him. He'll get to play in the NHL. He's done everything we've asked of him in the minors. Hopefully he'll be able to get the job done for us."
The 26-year-old Swede has seven goals 18 assists in 42 games with Marlies. The 6-foot-4, 209-pounder has one assist in 52 career NHL games.
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