Ryan Leonard

19-Year-Old Right WingRW
2023 Fantasy Outlook
There was no outlook written for Ryan Leonard in 2023. Check out the latest news below for more on his current fantasy value.
Hard-nosed winger drafted eighth
RWWashington Capitals  College
June 28, 2023
Leonard was selected eighth overall by the Capitals in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Leonard is a versatile and aggressive power winger with an average frame who plays about three inches taller than your standard 5-foot-11 guy. He's not the fastest skater, but he's agile and he's going straight to the net if you give him an inch. Leonard caught the eyes of a lot of scouts with his performance at the U18 Worlds, including that golden goal in OT. And a few even think he's better than USNDTP linemate Will Smith, who went fourth overall to San Jose. We won't go there -- Smith's offensive skills are elite. But Leonard is the kind of hard-nosed second-line winger that NHL coaches adore, and his game smacks of playoff success. The fans in Washington are going to love him, and he'll deliver fantasy value in banger fantasy leagues. Maybe even as soon as 2024-25. He'll be attending Boston College for now.
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Plans to stay in college
RWWashington Capitals  College
April 17, 2024
Leonard intends to return to Boston College for his sophomore campaign, Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post reports Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Leonard was incredible as a freshman in 2023-24, scoring 31 goals and 60 points in 41 NCAA contests with Boston College. The 19-year-old might have made the Capitals' Opening Night roster for the 2024-25 campaign had he decided to ink an entry-level contract this summer.
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