I keep hearing that MacKinnon is unlikely to be an NHL center and will most likely be switched to Right Wing in the NHL. I would personally rather have Barkov because of that.
Another thought I had is this (assuming the draft order stays as is now).....
Trade the #3 pick to Buffalo for #5 and #25. Buffalo moves up to grab 1 of the big 4, we get Monahan @ #5 (who is a true center and amazing leader) and still have a trio of 1st round picks remaining.
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