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What is a REALISTIC ceiling for Penguins' forward Rutger McGroarty?

June 9, 2026·33 min
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Rutger McGroarty started the season on the injured list, but bounced back for a solid year in the AHL. Is it time for him to graduate? Patrick and Hunter continue their season-in-review series today by looking at Rutger McGroarty's play in both the AHL and the NHL. He was over a point-per-game player in the AHL and turned in a solid performance in the Calder Cup Playoffs, and showed growth at the NHL level. While he showed some flashes, it's probably time for him to become a full-time NHL player. (0:00) Then, the conversation about McGroarty continues into the second segment by taking a realistic look at what his ceiling could be as a prospect, as well as what would be a disaster. (12:24) Finally, they begin looking at some prospects for the Penguins to draft this summer at the NHL Entry Draft. Their first profile looks at WHL Vancouver Giants' defenseman Ryan Lin. A solid defenseman with a lot of upside might not be available at 22 for the Penguins, but if he is, Dubas would be wise to snag him. (24:23)  Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel.Visithttps://FANDUEL.COMto get started now. 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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