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# Back to Excited Episode 227: Draft Lottery Reaction + John Chayka Deep Dive
- URL: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/back-to-excited-episode-227-draft-lottery-reaction-john-chayka-deep-dive/
- Published: 2026-05-08T01:35:46.000Z
- Updated: 2026-05-08T01:39:10.000Z
- Description: We follow it up with a long deep dive into John Chayka's history as GM of the Arizona Coyotes, and what it might mean for his tenure as the Leafs GM.
- Author: Arvind S
- Tags: Back To Excited

Hello, and welcome to another episode of Back to Excited! On today's episode, Fulemin and I discussed the Leafs stroke of good luck in their draft lottery win. We follow it up with a long deep dive into John Chayka's history as GM of the Arizona Coyotes, and what it might mean for his tenure as the Leafs GM.

Timestamps:

- \[0:00\] Draft lottery reactions
- \[13:48\] What will Mats Sundin's role be in the Leafs front office?
- \[18:30\] What do we know about the process that led to the Leafs hiring John Chayka as their lead decision maker?
- \[33:33\] A long deep dive into John Chayka's moves as Coyotes GM

As always, you can find us on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify, and wherever else you get your podcasts. Let us know your thoughts on the lottery win, and the Leafs new hires!