WHAT'S NEXT FOR THE LEAFS?

About this episode

The episode discusses the implications of the Maple Leafs' NHL Draft Lottery win and their future prospects.

After their shock NHL Draft Lottery win, what's next for the Maple Leafs? Jesse, Luca, and Poc discuss what this means for the future of Auston Matthews, if Gavin McKenna is the clear selection, and whether or not the Leafs are in a cup window. With a special guest appearance from DZ, the crew gives their takes ahead of the Sabres-Habs series.

People in this episode

Hosts: Jesse, Luca, Poc

Guest: DZ

Topics covered

• NHL Draft Lottery
• Maple Leafs
• Auston Matthews
• Gavin McKenna
• Stanley Cup
• Sabres-Habs series

Keywords

• Maple Leafs
• NHL Draft Lottery
• Auston Matthews
• Gavin McKenna
• Stanley Cup window
• Sabres
• Habs

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Maple Leafs, NHL, Sabres, Habs

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