First, there isn’t a “debate” around Leonard becoming a Cap.This should close the book on any debate around Lenny and his desire to be on the Caps. Dude has a plan, listens to his advisors, and he was tempted. Struggled with the decision, but he stuck with his plan, and BMac was fine with it. He watched the Caps vs Flyers clinching game closely.
He'll be Cap next year (2025)
Ryan Leonard calls decision not to sign with Capitals difficult: ‘I didn’t go to sleep till probably three or four in the morning’
Ryan Leonard declared his intention to return for his sophomore season at Boston College in mid-April but admits he was very close to…russianmachineneverbreaks.com
Second, there was a “concern” mentioned by a few of us, simply bc he didn’t happen this year.
Third, quoting him putting a lot of “weight” in something Kevin f***ing Hayes said is not a good thing, like at all. KH being a 4yr College UFA route guy.
I think you read the parts you wanted to read.
This article does not change anything for me. I still have some minor concerns that Leonard isn’t here. Until he actually signs here, I will continue to have those same concerns. He’s got family, friends, and an agent talking to him. He’s not going to come out and say anything other than platitudes. Nor should he.
I am 95% sure it will all be just fine. Anyone that is 100% sure maybe isn’t showing any wisdom earned from experience.