PLL Happy Hour: 2026 College Draft Recap!

About this episode

Kevin Brown and Chris Rosenthall recap the surprising events of the 2026 Premier Lacrosse League College Draft.

On the heels of a surprising 2026 Premier Lacrosse League College Draft, IL's Kevin Brown and Chris Rosenthall break down the Utah Archers selecting Aidan Maguire No. 1, the blockbuster Evan Plunkett trade and Joey Spallina sliding to third overall. What was the biggest surprise? How did Chaos GM Spencer Ford come into the draft with two picks and leave with four players? How does Denver coach Tim Soundan's Plunkett deal signify his desire to win now? Has Waterdogs GM Dave Cottle cultivated the most impressive roster when it comes to depth? Rosie and Kevin analyze each team's draft day haul, the trades that shaped the course of the action and react to the winners and losers of it all.

People in this episode

Hosts: Kevin Brown, Chris Rosenthall

Topics covered

• 2026 College Draft
• Lacrosse
• Player Trades
• Team Analysis
• Draft Surprises

Keywords

• PLL
• College Draft
• Lacrosse Trades
• Player Analysis
• Draft Recap

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Organizations: Utah Archers, Chaos, Denver, Waterdogs

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