As mentioned, no matter where you looked on Monday, the hockey world couldn’t stop talking about the Maple Leafs. It started in Montreal, where Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes attempted to take some pressure off his star players following an inconsistent postseason by drawing comparisons to Marner and the Leafs. From there, the conversation only snowballed. Prompted by media questions, Marner, Jack Eichel, and Kelly McCrimmon, among others, all weighed in, ensuring Toronto remained front and centre despite not being part of the Stanley Cup Final.

After that discussion, Penn State head coach Guy Gadowsky stopped by to discuss projected first overall pick Gavin McKenna. Having coached McKenna this past season, Gadowsky offered a firsthand look at the superstar forward’s game, character, and development. He explained why he believes McKenna is a perfect fit for the Maple Leafs, detailing his elite hockey sense, natural instincts, coachability, and ability to adapt and learn at a rapid pace. Gadowsky also shared insight into McKenna’s recruitment to Penn State and his standout freshman season before making it clear that, in his opinion, Toronto should select McKenna with the No. 1 overall pick.