how it should have went - 2023

I would proabably drop Danielson a little bit.
I don't think D such as Simashev, Reinbacher, Willander, and Lindstein should have dropped. I understand if they are just being passed by risers though.

My final hot take is that I probably take Leonard at 4.

In what world has Lindstein or Simashev or Willander dropped?

i agree. from watching all 3 play Leonard is the best out of the 3 imo

Cristall is much much better than Yager

I would argue of the 3 Smith is still the catalyst that drives that threesome. And I would still grab him at 4th unless Carlsson or Fantilli fell.

Musty rising makes sense after this year! And Cowan yea if we redrafted he might go even higher! Toronto was bashed for that pick but the kid has passed last years points in less than 1/2 the games (22/23 68gp 20g 53p +10, 23/24 32gp 20G 59p +23) he’s out there proving the leafs scouts right!

That is fair. I have very high opinions of all 3. It seems like Leonard can create chances out of nothing. Similar to like a Kyle Conner.

eh idk. Smith and Leonard imo are both capable of carrying a line / being elite stand alone talents. GP imo is a complementary player. Leonard ability to over power players / create plays himself and his shot are what would have me saying hes a better talent. Smith has great vision. Both are fantastic.

The toss up always favors the C over a wing! But both should be in the 4-6 range IMO