An Interview with Gregger McKeggegger

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*Show’s theme song plays as the camera fades in to show Joe Smith and Gregger McKeggegger sitting in two chairs across from each other.*

 

Smith : Folks welcome back to the show, and we are joined today by 1st round pick in the VHLM, Gregger McKeggegger. Gregger you were chosen 9th overall by the Ottawa Lynx, how are you settling into life in Canada, and are you happy with being chosen by the Lynx?

McKeggegger : I’m definitely happy with it, yeah. The team is pretty decorated and has enjoyed some success over the past few years. It’s a strange thing going back to Ottawa. Obviously that’s where I was drafted in the NHL and I had a less than positive experience. I would say that I’m excited though, and I’m not going to let my experience with the Senators organization impact how I see the Lynx, and I’m seeing it as a new start. I’ve been given a chance to restart in the same city that I previously was shut down in, and I’m ready to prove myself this season.

Smith : That’s fascinating that you were drafted to the same city twice. Do you think that played a part in being picked by the Lynx? Like they wanted to prove that Ottawa is a good city?

McKeggegger : I have no idea. Maybe. I’m going in with an open mind either way.

Smith : Always a good mindset to have! What are your goals for this season Greg? Can I call you that?

McKeggegger : Ah, I don’t really care. And I’m looking to be a big contributor. You know, I was the 9th overall pick, I’ll be playing with the 1st overall pick, I think there’s some expectations I do well. I definitely plan to at least. If the points don’t stack up, then hopefully I can be a strong defensive presence on that line.

Smith : Well certainly lofty! *silence as Gregger wonders if Joe forgot to say part of his sentence.* Well those are certainly some lofty goals! *Gregger looks at Joe with concern.* How about looking outside the VHLM? In your future do you see yourself playing in the VHLE or even the VHL?

McKeggegger : I mean of course! Right now that’s my best opportunity, and there’s so many cool places to play in both leagues. I would be a fool to not want to play there. It’s a league that I honestly didn’t really pay enough attention to when I was a young player, and the history behind it makes it a very exciting opportunity for me. I hope that someday I’ll make it!

Smith : I’m sure all of us in the studio and watching at home will be watching your progress with great interest! That’s all we have today folks! Thanks for being here Greg!

McKeggegger : Uh, thanks Joe, it was an experience to say the least.

Smith : We’ll be back with another interview on-

 

*The broadcast cuts out and the screen goes black. Then the show's outro plays.*

 

Word Count : 500

For Week of 1/22/23

Edited January 23, 2023 by TheNeonShaman