Should the Maple Leafs select Gavin McKenna with their first pick?

About this episode

The episode discusses the potential selection of Gavin McKenna by the Maple Leafs after winning the draft lottery, along with other prospect options and implications for Auston Matthews.

On the heels of the Maple Leafs winning the draft lottery, Jonas and James welcome draft and prospect insider Scott Wheeler to discuss the pros and cons of the Leafs selecting dynamic winger Gavin McKenna with the first pick. They profile other options including Swedish winger Ivar Stenberg, American defensemen Chase Reid and Canadian centre Caleb Malhotra, and James and Jonas wonder if this good news for the Leafs, changes Auston Matthews outlook on staying with Toronto. Hosts: Jonas Siegel and James Mirtle With: Scott Wheeler Producer: Jeff Domet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Jonas Siegel, James Mirtle

Guest: Scott Wheeler

Topics covered

• NHL Draft
• Toronto Maple Leafs
• Player Analysis
• Prospects
• Auston Matthews

Keywords

• Maple Leafs
• Gavin McKenna
• draft lottery
• NHL prospects
• Auston Matthews

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Organizations: The Athletic

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