Leafs confirmed to have spoken with seven prospects ahead of the 2024 NHL draft
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Dave C.
June 9, 2024 (11:36)
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The Toronto Maple Leafs have confirmed the several prospects they have interview during the NHL combine in Buffalo.
Going into the 2024 NHL draft in Vegas, the Toronto Maple Leafs are expected to be picking at 23rd overall unless a trade occurs involving them. They have reportedly interviewed seven highly coveted prospects ahead of the NHL draft.
The Maple Leafs have met with Cole Eiserman, EJ Emery, Lucas Pettersson, Andrew Basha, Jack Pridham, Michael Hage and Stian Stolberg.
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Of those interviewed, the most intriguing ones are Cole Eiserman, Andrew Basha and EJ Emery.
Eiserman, was once ranked at 2nd overall in many mock drafts going into the season, however his stock dropped drastically after his two way game was exposed. The forward is known for his remarkable goal ability.
Basha, evolved with the Medicine Hat Tigers of the WHL with Cayden Lindstrom and Gavin McKenna, two powerhouses. Basha, is known for his remarkable playmaking ability and his ability to produce offensive plays that not many can.
Emery, is American defenseman standing at 6 feet and 4 inches. He would be an absolute presence on a pairing with defenseman Morgan Rielly.
EJ Emery 2024 draft eligible. EJ is a 6»3 smooth skating RHD who uses his size and speed to close gaps quickly. He also is very good against the rush. EJ has showed his offensive game being able to scan up the ice to make a good stretch pass. #Blackhawks
Amongst those three, Eiserman is not expected to be available where the Leafs draft, however Andrew Basha and EJ Emery might be.
Exciting times ahead for the Toronto Maple Leafs as they will be adding another solid prospect to their growing rookie pipeline.
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| POLL |
9 JUIN | 384 ANSWERS Leafs confirmed to have spoken with seven prospects ahead of the 2024 NHL draft Who would you want the Toronto Maple Leafs to select at 23rd overall? |
| Eiserman | 68 | 17.7 % |
| Emery | 139 | 36.2 % |
| Basha | 52 | 13.5 % |
| Other | 125 | 32.6 % |
| LIST OF POLLS |
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