The Hockey News Big Show: What Can McKenna Deliver As Maple Leafs Rookie?

Michael Traikos, Ryan Kennedy, and Drew Shore discuss Gavin McKenna's expectations as a rookie for the Toronto Maple Leafs, the top prospects to watch at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup, Alexander Nikishin’s future, and more. Here's what Ex-NHLer Drew Shore, Ryan Kennedy and Michael Traikos discussed in this episode:Watch the full episode of the Big Show heremoreVideos0:44: Thoughts on Colin Graf’s extension with the San Jose Sharks1:54: What do you like about Colin Graf’s style of play?3:40: Thoughts on Tommy Novak’s extension with the Pittsburgh Penguins 5:07: What to make of Cutter Gauthier’s situation with the Anaheim Ducks? 7:03: Are the Los Angeles Kings simply too old?9:34: Is getting Drake Batherson signed the number one priority for the Ottawa Senators? 11:00: What should Batherson’s next contract look like? 13:46: Will the Carolina Hurricanes trade or keep Alexander Nikishin? 19:24: What are realistic expectations for Gavin McKenna? 20:39: Will the Toronto Maple Leafs try McKenna with Auston Matthews or John Tavares? 24:10: Who are the top 2027 NHL draft prospects to watch at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup?26:26: Could Joey Cullen be the top pick in the 2028 NHL Draft?27:50: Will the Anaheim Ducks make the playoffs in the 2026-27 season?29:25: How many goals will Cole Caufield score next season?30:40: Which players are flying under-the-radar for next season? 32:34: Will Sean Avery be more impactful as an actor or a hockey player? 34:16: Do the San Jose Sharks or Anaheim Ducks have a more impactful D-core? 35:50: If you could attend any hockey game in history, which would you choose?