Emily Kaplan: If I was asked this question two months ago, I would have answered McDavid, without hesitation. I believed that the Edmonton Oilers were poised to win a Stanley Cup as soon as this season. Given where things stand now in Edmonton, I'm not as bullish.
I do see Auston Matthews hoisting a Cup for the Toronto Maple Leafs -- heck, probably while wearing a C on his sweater when that happens - but just not yet. The Maple Leafs are still working on their rebuild, and while they've landed a bit ahead of schedule, it's not likely to happen this year or next.