Corey’s A1 Matvei Michkov feature, Trevor Zegras and the Calder Trophy race, a 2021 Capital City Challenge dispatch, listener questions, and more

First, Max and Corey talk about the impressive play of Anaheim Ducks rookie Trevor Zegras, and his all-time highlight reel, lacrosse-style assist to Sonny Milano against the Buffalo Sabres, where he stands in the Calder race, up against the likes of Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond, and more.

Then, the guys deep dive into Corey’s terrific A1 feature on future NHL star Matvei Michkov and discuss just how dangerous a player he could be, how his recent 5-year contract extension with SKA Saint Petersburg complicates his draft position in 2023 and beyond, and much more.

Plus, Corey’s dispatch from the 2021 Capital City Challenge including thoughts on Calum Ritchie, Zach Benson, Brayden Yager, and Matthew Wood, as well as 2022 NHL Draft eligibles Matthew Savoie and Conor Geekie.

And, to close things out, the guys answer listener questions about when a draft pick is the most valuable as a trade asset, what Matvei Michkov would have to do to go No. 1 overall in the 2023 NHL Draft, if Cole Perfetti would benefit from attending World Juniors, and whether Owen Power or Jake Sanderson will have the biggest impact in the NHL.

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