The Toronto Maple Leafs are not going to get the incomparable Connor McDavid at this year's NHL draft, but they are going to get a blue-chip prospect. The draftee may even contend for a roster spot in 2015.
There are a number of excellent young prospects in this year's draft. In the No. 4 spot, or even higher, if they happen to move up via trade, the Leafs will get an impact NHL player.
Based on most rankings, it looks like the choice will come down to a defenceman or a centre. Conventional wisdom is that these are the two most important positions when drafting. The best teams are normally stacked at centre and on the point, and it is usually challenging to pry away No. 1 centres and top-pairing defenders, unless it is when they are well past their prime.
For three main reasons, I would argue that the Leafs should draft a centre in the upcoming draft.
1. Top Organizational Need is at Centre
With the Leafs holding the No. 4 pick in the upcoming draft, they are somewhat limited in who will be available. The consensus seems to be that Connor McDavid and Jack Eichel will ...
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Should the Toronto Maple Leafs Draft a Centre or a Defenceman?
May 8th, 2015 by James Onusko Leave a reply »
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