About this episode

Sam Cosentino joins the hosts to discuss NHL draft prospects and playoff matchups.

Sportsnet analyst Sam Cosentino (4:16) joins Justin Bourne and Sam McKee to discuss the Maple Leafs' options with the first overall pick, the class of defencemen at the top of the draft, why the Canucks should be happy with the third overall selection, what NHL scouts look for from prospects from a character perspective, and much more. Later, Justin and Sam look back on the Buffalo Sabres' win over the Montreal Canadiens to open their second-round series, and the Ducks drawing even with the Golden Knights in the West. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

People in this episode

Hosts: Justin Bourne, Sam McKee

Guest: Sam Cosentino

Topics covered

• NHL Draft
• Maple Leafs
• prospects
• Buffalo Sabres
• Montreal Canadiens
• character evaluation
• playoff analysis

Keywords

• NHL Draft
• Maple Leafs
• Sam Cosentino
• Buffalo Sabres
• Montreal Canadiens
• prospects
• character evaluation
• playoffs

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Maple Leafs, Canucks, Buffalo Sabres, Montreal Canadiens, Ducks, Golden Knights, Rogers Sports & Media

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