Toronto – The Toronto Maple Leafs announced that the hockey club has signed defenceman Ben Danford to a three-year, entry-level contract. Danford, 18, recorded 33 points (one goal, 32 assists) in 64 games with the Oshawa Generals (OHL) during the 2023-24 season while adding 10 points (four goals, six assists) in 21 playoff games, helping the team reach the Championship …