The Toronto Marlies have a roster conundrum. This isn’t new. It’s been true since training camp and it’s true after Saturday evening’s game against the Rochester Americans, the team’s last before Monday’s trade deadline.



Their roster depth has been a luxury they frequently point to for their record-setting success. But come playoffs, it’s going to need to tighten, and the benefit of having extra players for a three-in-three weekend quickly becomes muted.



If the Leafs are eliminated from the playoffs before the Marlies are, which seems likely, they will in all probability add Kasperi Kapanen and Travis Dermott back into the mix.



As a result, if the Leafs plan on being active ahead of the February 26 trade deadline, which also seems like a possibility, they should consider using a piece or two from the Marlies.



One player in particular — Calle Rosen — drew interest from other NHL clubs before...