Ex-Leaf reveals what it's like to play with Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid
Former Maple Leaf Tyler Ennis has provided fans with his insight into what it's like to play with superstar forwards Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid.
Auston Matthews has been the talk of the NHL recently, with reports indicating that he will be named the new captain of the Maple Leafs this Wednesday. Matthews had an outstanding season with the Leafs last year, leading the league with 69 goals and totaling 107 points -- both career highs for the former 1st overall pick.
In a recent episode of the Spittin' Chiclets podcast, former Maple Leaf Tyler Ennis opened up about what it's like to play with Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid. Unsurprisingly, Ennis says there's nothing quite like it.
Ennis commented on how exceptional both Matthews and McDavid are:
Ennis had this to say on the podcast of skating with Matthews:
Ennis mentioned some big names while comparing Matthews' skill set. Comparing Matthews to McDavid is particularly noteworthy, given McDavid's consistent dominance as the league's best player.
Matthews is entering his ninth NHL season and is expected to head into the season with the "C" stitched onto his sweater in Toronto, and he will certainly face significant challenges in his quest to lead the Maple Leafs to their first Stanley Cup since 1967. No pressure or anything, Auston.
Source: Spittin' Chiclets Podcast
Spittin' Chiclets Episode 518: Featuring Tyler Ennis + Mark McMorris and Gary Roberts, Aug 13, 2024
Source: HockeyDB
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