Bob Weeks recommended Mackenzie Hughes as the top Canadian option, citing how well Hughes putts on Florida greens. He also recalled Hughes’s strong history at PGA National, including a second-place finish in 2020, as evidence he can navigate the challenging water hazards effectively.

Iain MacMillan said he is picking Mackenzie Hughes at +300 to be the top Canadian, explaining he’s fading Taylor Pendrith’s short game and approach struggles. MacMillan also noted Hughes’s 2020 runner-up finish at PGA National and reliable play around the greens.

Brian Kirschner said he is betting on Mackenzie Hughes at 66 to 1 odds for the Sony Open. He mentioned Hughes had a great fall swing with finishes of fourth at ProCor, sixth at Sanderson Farms, and fifth at RSM. Hughes' approach play was really good, gaining six strokes in some events, and he putted well. Although he has no great course history at the Sony Open, Brian trusts him in the mix and believes 66 to 1 is a solid number for his recent form.

Brian Kirschner said he is betting on McKenzie Hughes at 66 to 1 odds for the Sony Open. He mentioned Hughes had a great fall swing with finishes of fourth at ProCor, sixth at Sanderson Farms, and fifth at RSM. Hughes' approach play was really good, gaining six strokes in some events, and he putted well. Although he has no great course history at the Sony Open, Brian trusts him in the mix and believes 66 to 1 is a solid number for his recent form.