With the 2024-25 NHL season coming to an end, and junior playoffs well underway, I thought it was high time to take another look at the 2025 Draft class. The 2025 NHL Draft is just over 2 months away now, and there has been some significant change to my list since the last edition in December.
While it’s safe to say these rankings are still subject to plenty of change in the coming months, it still appears that this year’s draft class will be roughly average, much like the 2024 Draft was. It’s looking more forward heavy than last year’s draft, with only three defenders cracking my preliminary top-10 and just one in the top seven spots.
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This draft also looks to be a big bounceback for the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), a league that has historically produced an inordinately large number of top prospects. The OHL has had fewer high end prospects in some recent draft classes, but guys like Porter Martone, Michael Misa, and Matthew Schaefer appear poised for a takeover. In contrast, the US National Team Development Program (NTDP) doesn’t look poised to produce quite the group of talent that we’ve come to expect from them, with a few program grads playing in the NCAA this past season (James Hagens and Logan Hensler come to mind), but not a ton of standout talent from their U18 squad.
James Hagens, Porter Martone, and Anton Frondell (The Hockey Writers)
While James Hagens began the year with the inside track on going first overall, he by no means locked in the spot this year and will need to wow teams at the Draft Combine and interviews if he wants to go that high. Hagens’ position, puck skill, and excellent skating will make him an early pick, but Erie Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer is now the front runner to be selected first in the 2025 Draft.
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Schaefer isn’t the only jockeying with Hagens either, with Saginaw Spirit center Michael Misa scoring goals and points at a ridiculous rate in the OHL this year. Prospects like Brampton Steelheads winger Porter Martone and Moncton’s Caleb Desnoyers have stood out from the crowd as well, forming a top-five group that I see as a cut above the rest of the class. It’s possible that Roger McQueen could make that a group of six, but he missed most of the season due to an injury that will likely keep him out of that top group.
Without further ado, let’s dive into another look at the 2025 NHL Draft!
First Round:
1. Matthew Schaefer, LD, Erie Otters (OHL)
Matthew Schaefer is the clear top defender in this class, largely due to his high-end skating that makes him a strong defensive presence at all times. His offensive skill has come a long way in the past 12 months, and as a result Schaefer set a new career high in point, despite only playing 17 games this season between a bout of Mono and a broken collarbone.
Schaefer’s skating and defensive play were on full display at the Hlinka where he was Canada’s captain and number one defender. Schaefer also had an excellent showing at the CHL/USA prospect tournament, and quickly put himself into the conversation for the first overall pick considering his position, age (weeks away from being a 2026 Draft eligible), and size. Schaefer hasn’t played since the World Junior Championship, but his play in various tournaments and in the OHL were phenomenal, making him look like a potential high-end, first pairing defender in The NHL.
2. Michael Misa, C, Saginaw Spirit (OHL)
Two years after we saw Connor Bedard going first overall, and three after Shane Wright went fourth overall, we’ve got another CHL exceptional status player in the NHL draft with Michael Misa. Misa plays an extremely well rounded game, with a really strong foundation of skills that should make him a great top-six forward in the NHL. Misa is an excellent skater, with the skill and hockey sense to be a great power play asset in the NHL.
The biggest question around Misa to start his draft year was if he could really step up offensively and become “the guy” in Saginaw. Well, Misa’s 62 goals and 134 points in 65 OHL games have soundly answered that. Misa has looked like a future first line NHL center this year, with his transition from the wing to the center position involving him in a lot more plays, allowing him to drive play at a significant rate. With Schaefer missing most of the season, Misa spent much of this year as the clear top player in the entire OHL despite his age.
3. James Hagens, C, Boston College (NCAA)
James Hagens is a dynamic skater with a ton of skill, giving him a tool kit that brings to mind recent NTDP stars like Logan Cooley and Will Smith. His edgework is phenomenal, which makes his movements in open ice extremely difficult to anticipate.
James Hagens, Team USA (Rena Laverty / USA Hockey’s NTDP)
Hagens uses his edges, as well as subtle fakes, to make defenders miss and burst into space with possession. Being 5-foot-10 certainly doesn’t help Hagens’ stock with NHL teams, but I think he’s a skilled enough player who skates so well that it won’t be a significant hindrance. Hagens scored 37 points in 37 games this season, which is more in line production-wise with high-end prospects like Kent Johnson (27 in 26) rather than elite prospects like Adam Fantilli (65 in 36), and while I don’t think it’s fair to call Hagens’ season a disappointment, he needed to display truly elite production at the collegiate level this year to hold the first overall spot.
4. Porter Martone, RW, Brampton Steelheads (OHL)
Porter Martone has had a phenomenal few years, from captaining Canada to Gold in the U18 World Championship last Spring, to his dominant opening months in the OHL this season. His size and high-end skill have kept the door open for him as the potential top prospect in this year’s draft. Martone’s size is great and all (6-foot-3), but the real reason it excites scouts is his strong skating, high-end compete level, and his uncanny ability to string all those traits together to dominate possession and win shifts on his own. Martone was a powerful force in the OHL this season, and has likely locked himself in as a top-five pick in the Draft.
It’s always a tough sell for NHL teams to take a winger over a center with the first overall pick, but the 2022 Draft gives us a recent example of this very thing happening with the big, power winger (Juraj Slafkovsky) being taken first over the smaller, skilled center (Logan Cooley). Martone’s skating and ability to play at a high pace is his biggest weakness, and while it was impressive that he made Team Canada’s lineup for the 2025 World Junior Championship, the pace was clearly a step too quick for him for the most part. I don’t think it’s a significant concern, but if he doesn’t add a gear or two to his skating in the next few years it could be the difference between him becoming a good top-line winger and an elite one.
5. Anton Frondell, C, Djurgardens (Allsvenskan)
Anton Frondell is on the younger end of this group, with a May birthday that meant he has played his whole draft year at age 17. Last year, at 16, Frondell dominated the top U20 level in Sweden and looked like he belonged against men in the Allsvenskan due to his motor and skill. His draft stock has fluctuated considerably over the past year and a half, but his play down the stretch in the Allsvenskan is hard to ignore. Frondell finished 2nd in league scoring among U20 players as a 17-year-old, behind only his teammate who we’ll talk about shortly. He has played on the wing and at center at times, but his game is well suited to become an NHL center, and any team that drafts him this early would likely develop and deploy him as a center.
6. Caleb Desnoyers, C, Moncton Wildcats (QMJHL)
Caleb Desnoyers is a really well-rounded prospect who was impressive for Canada at the Hlinka-Gretzky Cup with his hardworking style earning him an ‘A’ on his jersey. Desnoyers was heavily relied upon in the QMJHL as a rookie last season due to his ability to control play in all zones. I don’t think his skill is elite, but he’s got more than enough skill to produce given his strong hockey sense that allows him to involve himself in plays at just the right moment. NHL teams are going to really like Desnoyers, and his commitment to playing “the right way”, never cheating for offense and battling hard for pucks in all three zones. He may not be as flashy of a player as Hagens or Misa, but Desnoyers’ defensive game, offensive creativity, and willingness to play in the dirty areas of the game could see him jump as high as the second or third overall picks.
7. Victor Eklund, RW, Djurgårdens (Allsvenskan)
Victor Eklund, younger brother of San Jose Sharks winger William Eklund, is a skilled winger who had a phenomenal season in Sweden’s Allsvenskan league, leading all U20 players in scoring by a decent margin. He impressed in a small sample against men last season and earned himself a spot in the opening night lineup for Djurgårdens in Sweden’s second-tier pro league, and never looked back
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Eklund’s skill was never in question, but his lack of size meant that he was going to have to show he wasn’t a pushover this season as a teenager in a men’s league. He did just that, showing a fiery intensity and powerful motor that keeps him engaged and hounding the puck throughout possessions. Eklund has excellent edge work, making him tough to track for opposing defenders, a quality shot (especially from the bumper position on the power play), and a more physical style than the average 5-foot-11 winger prospect. I’m a big fan of his, though I think he’ll likely be selected closer to the 10-16 range on draft day, with a few larger defenders and centres taken a bit earlier.
8. Radim Mrtka, RD, Seattle Thunderbirds (WHL)
Speaking of larger defenders, let’s take a closer look at Radim Mrtka. The 6-foot-6 defender out of Czechia really burst onto the scene at the Hlinka Gretzky Cup last Summer. He is a massive right-shot defender who played huge minutes in all-situations for Czechia in that tournament, helping drive them to a silver medal finish. He is a very natural puck carrier and mover in the offensive zone, walking the blueline better than you’d expect for a 17-year-old of his size.
Mrtka’s size and mobility mean his defensive potential is sky high. After beginning the season split between Czechia’s pro league and top U20 league, Mrtka joined the Seattle Thunderbirds of the WHL and has looked like an absolute stud, playing tons of minutes (often 30+ mins in a game), and found success on both special teams. With his position, size, skating, and two-way potential, I wouldn’t be surprised if a team selected him in the top-5 this year, though I don’t think his ultimate potential lines up with that draft slot.
9. Roger McQueen, C, Brandon Wheat Kings (WHL)
Roger McQueen is a 6-foot-5 center with elite hands and strong skating. He didn’t score a ton last season, though he did a good job of filling the offensive hole left after Red Wings prospect Nate Danielson was traded away. In an NHL landscape where each team is looking for the next Tage Thompson, all 32 teams are going to have a whole lot of time for McQueen.
Roger McQueen, Brandon Wheat Kings (Photo Credit: Brandon Wheat Kings)
As you’d expect of a player his size, McQueen is strong around the net physically, and his excellent puck skill helps him on deflections and rebounds as well. He was off to a really hot start in the WHL, with eight goals and 11 points through eight games, but missed almost his entire draft year due to a back injury. That will make him a massive wild card on draft day since he was seen as a clear top-5 pick candidate early this year, but could conceivably fall significantly if injury concerns remain.
10. Kashawn Aitcheson, LD, Barrie Colts (OHL)
Kashawn Aitcheson had a really strong OHL season last year, followed by an excellent showing at the U18s where he was one of Canada’s best defenders. Aitcheson is a very physical and competitive defender, battling hard along the boards and at the net-front. His physical style has earned him over 200 penalty minutes in the OHL over the past two seasons and that physical edge will be appealing to NHL teams, especially given his strong skating and good grades across his offensive skills. There’s been a lot of talk about the second best defender in this year’s draft after Schaefer, and there is a real argument that Aitcheson deserves those honours.
11. Jake O’Brien, C, Brantford Bulldogs (OHL)
Jake O’Brien is a center prospect with the size, skill, and playmaking ability to become a serious offensive contributor in the NHL someday. He has great hockey IQ, especially when it comes to his playmaking, finding teammates easily through traffic or off of no-look plays. With a June birthday, O’Brien is on the younger side of this draft class, and he already has a pro-sized frame that will undoubtedly boost his draft stock.
12. Jackson Smith, LD, Tri-City Americans (WHL)
Jackson Smith is a big defender (6-foot-3) who has shown enough offensive skill in the WHL to interest many NHL teams. He doesn’t project as a high-end offensive defender, but the offense that his game does have pairs really well with his strong skating and large frame. Smith has shown some clever playmaking from the backend, and has a heavy shot that he can use to cause a bit of havoc in the offensive zone. He projects as a solid second pairing guy with good two-way value.
13. Carter Bear, C/LW, Everett Silvertips (WHL)
Carter Bear was an early riser in the 2024-25 season, largely due to his incredible production in the Fall. He’s got good strength for an 18-year-old, making him a bit of a wrecking ball against junior competition. Bear scored 25 goals last season for Everett, and managed to hit 40 this year despite playing 11 fewer games. His skill and creativity with the puck are his best traits, and while his skating is just okay, I think he has a strong enough motor to translate his play up levels as he develops. Unfortunately, Bear suffered a significant ligament injury in his leg during a game in early March that ended his season, so his health will play a factor in his ultimate draft slot.
14. Justin Carbonneau, RW, Blainville-Boisbriand (QMJHL)
Justin Carbonneau is a powerful, offensive winger who managed to score 31 goals in the QMJHL last season as a 17 year old. He loves to shoot and provides a ton of offense in the zone, making him a consistent threat on the power play. Carbonneau was one of the Q’s leading scorers this season, scoring 46 goals and 89 points. His ability to play through contact and create plays in the midst of chaos in the offensive zone both bode very well for his pro projection, though his playmaking and decision making can be a bit suspect at times.
15. Cole Reschny, C, Victoria Royals (WHL)
Cole Reschny is a highly skilled forward who was excellent for the Victoria Royals this season, leading the team in scoring as a 17-year-old. Reschny earned significant time on both special teams, and his combination of skating and hockey sense made him an effective addition to both. His best trait is his skating, with the kind of edgework that makes him really slippery in open ice, dodging hits and making forecheckers look silly.
Those hands🤤
Cole Reschny is silkyyyyyyy.@victoriaroyals | #NHLDraft pic.twitter.com/CSjnwmiAEF
— The WHL (@TheWHL) November 7, 2024
Reschny strikes me as one of those players who would be consistently talked about in the top-16 conversation if he was just an inch or two taller. I think Reschny’s compete level and elusive skating will be enough for him to succeed as a pro and though he won’t likely go this high on draft day, I’m willing to stick my neck out for him at this point.
16. Cameron Reid, LD, Kitchener Rangers (OHL)
Cameron Reid is a huge riser in this edition for me, going from my 40th ranked prospect back in December to being essentially a “lottery pick”. I’ve grown increasingly confident this year in Reid’s offensive potential, though his skating and defensive effort weren’t previously in question. He has shown more and more flashes of a dynamic offensive game, either when walking the blue line in the offensive zone or when transporting the puck that make him look like a good future second pairing defender in The NHL.
17. Brady Martin, C, Soo Greyhounds (OHL)
Brady Martin is a highly skilled center prospect with good enough hands to safely project as an NHLer, especially when paired with his powerful motor that puts him right in the thick of the action on a nightly basis. While I see enough skill for Martin to someday be a second-line center in the NHL, if that doesn’t quite come to pass he still has the tenacity and physical play to find professional success as a reliable third line center. If there are NHL teams who seriously believe in his offensive game, I could see Martin going as high as the top 12 or 13 picks next June.
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18. Joshua Ravensbergen, G, Prince George Cougars (WHL)
There hasn’t been a goalie drafted in the first round since the 2021 Draft saw both Sebastian Cossa and Jesper Wallstedt going in the top-20. I think Joshua Ravensbergen will be the one to break that streak. He’s got the size and athletic makeup (6-foot-5) to be a difference maker in the NHL, and he anticipates the play well. The biggest question is how much he is propped up by a dominant Prince George Cougars team that had four 90+ point scorers last season as his numbers haven’t looked quite as great through his draft season. However, Ravensbergen’s size and play style are exactly the combo that teams look for in first round goalies, so I like his chances of being the one to break the streak.
19. Lynden Lakovic, LW, Moose Jaw Warriors (WHL)
Lynden Lakovic is a 6-foot-4 winger who is a strong skater and can create a ton of offense with his skill and shot. He scored 27 goals in just 47 games, a 39-goal pace had he not been sidelined for a while due to injury. Lakovic’s skating and hands are good enough to compete in The NHL, and while his playmaking and hockey sense could use some polishing, he looks like someone who could become a serious offensive weapon in the NHL someday. If he can learn to use his big frame a bit better, Laconic could become a top-six winger who is incredibly tough to play against.
20. Malcolm Spence, LW, Erie Otters (OHL)
Malcolm Spence is a worker. He’s consistently putting pressure on defenses with his hustle plays in transition, and battles hard for pucks to win possession. It helps that he’s got a great top-speed, which allows him to be a serious factor all over the ice. Spence’s offensive game doesn’t wow you, with enough skill to project as a first round talent, but not enough to be a no-doubt top-six NHL winger. I think Spence will have a ton of fans in the NHL this year, and will go in the middle of round one, with his offensive ceiling dictating whether he can make an impact on an NHL second line someday or if he is a coach-favourite bottom-six player.
21. Braeden Cootes, C, Seattle Thunderbirds (WHL)
Braeden Cootes is a well-rounded forward prospect who shows NHL-caliber skating and some good offensive tools as well. He competes hard and plays much bigger than his 6-foot tall frame might suggest, constantly battling along the boards and jockeying for position in front of the net. He doesn’t have the flashiest game, but his two-way play and skating are NHL caliber. Cootes is a very projectable player when it comes to his effort and defensive details, however his offensive game leaves some room for improvement.
22. Ivan Ryabkin, C, Muskegon Lumberjacks (USHL)
Ivan Ryabkin was a top scorer in the MHL last year, breaking Matvei Michkov’s record for U17 MHL scoring. Expectations were high for Ryabkin going into his draft season because of his work rate, high-end skating, and playmaking, though he had some significant struggles in both the KHL and MHL to start the year and ended up making the switch to the USHL where he completed his season. With so many games missed due to the aforementioned move across the world and some discipline issues (suspended shortly after joining the USHL), Ryabkin is going to be an interesting case study in a clearly talented prospect with a messy and chaotic draft year. His playoff performance in the USHL will be weighed heavily by NHL teams.
23. Cullen Potter, C, Arizona State University (NCAA)
Cullen Porter is an elite skater, probably the best in this draft class at this point, who puts tons of pressure on his opponents off the rush where he is incredibly difficult to keep up with. Porter has a good shot and lots of skill with the puck, making him a dangerous player in 1-on-1 situations. His size won’t help him in the Draft process, measuring at 5-foot-10, and he can get pushed to the perimeter a bit in the offensive zone.
However, his success in the NCAA this year as a 17-year-old has shown that his motor is strong enough to compete against older opponents and that he can find some success pushing up the middle of the ice. If he grows much more, or develops a bit more of a direct offensive style, Porter could become a clear top-16 talent in this year’s draft.
24. Henry Brzustewicz, RD, London Knights (OHL)
Tell me if you’ve heard this story before. A London Knights player succeeds in a larger role than they were originally projected to fill, and then goes significantly higher on draft day than the public expected. It’s a familiar story at this point, with the Toronto Maple Leafs’ selection of Easton Cowan back in the first round of the 2023 Draft standing out as a particularly surprising example.
Henry Brzustewicz has earned his draft-year rise, playing a significantly larger role for the Knights and really rising to the challenge. He’s got good hands, makes solid passes in transition, and doesn’t give up a ton the other way. A right-handed defender with that skill set is bound to go early in the Draft, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see his offensive numbers improve significantly next season if San Jose Sharks prospect Sam Dickinson makes the jump to The NHL.
25. Cameron Schmidt, RW, Vancouver Giants (WHL)
Cameron Schmidt is going to be a very polarizing player in this year’s draft process, as a very undersized winger who is a high-end skater with a ton of offensive skill. If he were 6-feet tall he’d almost certainly be in the conversation in the 10-16 range, but coming in at just 5-foot-7, his size will be a major factor when teams try to assess his projection.
Cameron Schmidt: 9 goals. 7 games. OT magic. pic.twitter.com/U5C9BucLB9
— Cam Robinson (@Hockey_Robinson) October 12, 2024
Schmidt will need to outwork larger opponents if he wants to succeed in the NHL, and he has shown a high enough compete level to be a real menace someday. He has a dangerous shot that allowed him to score 40 goals for the Giants, something only eight other WHL players managed. I’m not confident Schmidt will be selected in the first round, but I believe he belongs there based on talent.
26. Milton Gästrin, C, MoDo J20 (J20 Nationell)
Milton Gästrin is the next in a long line of talented hockey players to come out of the small town of Örnsköldsvik, Sweden, a line that includes players like the Sedin twins, Peter Forsberg, Victor Hedman, and many more. Gästrin is a reliable two-way center who has been excellent offensively against his peers in Sweden, while still showing the defensive commitment to earn a handful of games in the SHL already in his draft year. He’s unlikely to be a high-end offensive creator in the NHL, but I could see Gästrin becoming a really strong third-line center or middle-six winger someday. Plus, he’s got a bit of extra development runway as a June birthday.
27. Logan Hensler, RD, University of Wisconsin (NCAA)
Logan Hensler is a right-shot defender with good NHL size and skating. After looking like a potential first overall candidate a year ago, Hensler’s projection has certainly cooled off. He’s still very much in the conversation at the early stages of the draft (plenty of rankings have him in the 11-20 range), but I haven’t been particularly impressed with him this season. Hensler is a big defender who shoots right and skates well, but he isn’t a high-end defensive player and doesn’t look like a future power play type either. He didn’t exactly blown the doors off in the NCAA with the University of Wisconsin, but a defender with his size, a right-handed shot, and offensive potential is valued very highly in NHL circles.
28. Jakob Ihs-Wozniak, RW, Lulea J20 (J20 Nationell)
Jakob Ihs-Wozniak is a big winger with a ton of exciting offensive tools. He skates well, shoots the puck extremely hard, and makes skill plays under pressure quite regularly. After tearing up the Swedish junior circuit last season, Ihs-Wozniak even earned himself a couple of games in the SHL. His play at the J20 level has already earned him a few more pro games this season, even though his engagement and physicality can be lacking at times. Ihs-Wozniak is likely to be a polarizing player in this draft as it feels like he can disappear on the ice at times, but I like his skating and skill enough to be think he’s a clear first round talent.
29. Sascha Boumedienne, LD, Boston University (NCAA)
Sascha Boumedienne is one of the more graceful skaters in this year’s draft, and has enough speed to get you really excited about what he could do in the NHL someday. His defensive game is largely based on his agility and speed, much like his Boston University teammate Tom Willander, though he doesn’t quite have the steadying presence that makes Willander such a great defender. Boumedienne has enough offense in his game to be intriguing, and he could make a big splash at the upcoming U18 World Championship if he joins Sweden there.
30. Jack Ivankovic, G, Brampton Steelheads (OHL)
This is getting out of hand! Now there’s two of them! That’s right, two goalies have earned spots in my first round at this point, with Jack Ivankovic quickly earning respect in the prospect world. While Ravensbergen perfectly fits the mold of the modern NHL goaltender (in other words, he’s massive), Ivankovic isn’t quite as vertically gifted, coming in at 6-feet tall. However, don’t let his size fool you as Ivankovic is a phenomenal goalie, with that otherworldly ability to remain calm in the face of chaos that makes him look like a future NHL starter. Ivankovic has won gold with Team Canada at the U17 World Hockey Challenge, the U18 World Championship, and the Hlinka Gretzky Cup in the past year, and earned a start for Canada at the 2025 World Junior Championship (keep an eye out for him as Canada’s likely starter at the next two tourneys as well).
31. Matthew Gard, C, Red Deer Rebels (WHL)
Matthew Gard is a 6-foot-4 center who skates well for his size and has quicker hands than most players that tall. He competes hard, winning puck battles through tenacity and physicality. Gard’s offensive potential is likely to be the limiting factor on his ultimate NHL potential, but I see a player who has a great chance to become a hard-working bottom-six, penalty killer, with a chance to move up the lineup a bit if his offensive game can grow, maybe something like Michael Rasmussen has been in Detroit.
32. William Moore, C, USA U18 (NTDP)
William Moore will be an early pick in the 2025 Draft, as centers with good size (6-foot-2), strong skating, and good offensive touch almost never stay on the board long in the NHL Draft. The question of just how high will depend largely on his ability to further develop his playmaking and his defensive play. Moore has a really exciting playstyle, fighting hard for space down the middle-third of the ice and carving through the neutral zone to get into the slot. Adding some extra muscle to his slight frame will likely help him a lot as well, better enabling him to win puck battles and push through contact on his way to the net.
Second Round:
33. Daniil Prokhorov, RW, MHK Dynamo St. Petersburg (MHL)
Daniil Prokhorov is a massive (6-foot-5) winger who plays with an edge and a non-stop motor.
34. Benjamin Kindel, C, Calgary Hitmen (WHL)
Benjamin Kindel is an undersized center with a well-rounded skill set and an excellent work ethic.
35. Blake Fiddler, RD, Edmonton Oil Kings (WHL)
Blake Fiddler is a 6-foot-4, right shot defender who is an excellent athlete and has shown a strong compete level to go with above average hands for a big-man defenseman.
36. Kurban Limatov, LD, MHK Dynamo Moskva (MHL)
Kurban Limatov is a two-way defender who plays the body well and has a great defensive stick. His hot start in Russia cooled off and he’s fallen out of my projected first round as a result.
37. Reese Hamilton, LD, Regina Pats (WHL)
Reese Hamilton is a smooth-skating, offensive defenseman who has a lot more to give production-wise than he showed this year. He manufactures zone exits at will in the WHL, and his skating helps him a ton of defence as well.
38. Cole McKinney, C, USA U18 (NTDP)
Cole McKinney is a jack-of-all-trades type center who was the best player on the United States NTDP this season.
39. Bill Zonnon, LW, Rouyn-Noranda Huskies (QMJHL)
Bill Zonnon is a fast forward who has played on the wing and at center this season. He competes incredibly hard and is a real blazer on the rush.
40. Artyom Vilchinsky, LD, SKA (MHL)
41. Charlie Tretheway, RD, USA U18 (NTDP)
42. Owen Conrad, LD, Charlottetown Islanders (QMJHL)
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43. Émile Guité, LW, Chicoutimi Saguenéens (QMJHL)
36. Alex Huang, RD, Chicoutimi Saguenéens (QMJHL)
38. Luka Radivojevic, RD, Orebro (USHL)
39. L.J. Mooney, RW, USA U18 (NTDP)
41. Conrad Fondrk, LW, USA U18 (NTDP)
43. Viktor Klingsell, LW, Skelleftea (J20)
44. Jack Murtagh, LW, USA U18 (NTDP)
45. Tomas Pobezal, C, HK Nitra (Slovakia)
46. Adam Benak, C, Plzen (Czechia?)
47. Jordan Gavin, LW, Tri-City Americans (WHL)
48. Pyotr Andreyanov, G, Krasnaya Armiya Moskva (MHL)
50. Dakoda Rheaume-Mullen, LD, USA U18 (NTDP)
51. Filip Ekberg, LW, Almtuna (Allsvenskan)
52. Donato Bracco, LD, USA U18 (NTDP)
53. Haoxi Simon Wang, LD, Oshawa Generals (OHL)
54. Bruno Osmanis, RW, IF Björklöven (HockeyAllsvenskan)
55. Max Westergård, F, Frölunda HC (J20 Nationell)
56. Carlos Handel, RD, Halifax Mooseheads (QMJHL)
57. Lasse Boelius, LD, Ässät U20 (U20 SM-sarja)
58. Jack Nesbitt, C, Windsor Spitfires (OHL)
59. Benjamin Kevan, RW, Des Moines (USHL)
62. Ryker Lee, RW, Madison Capitals (USHL)
63. Aiden Lane, RW, Brampton Steelheads (OHL)
64. Michal Svrcek, C, Brynäs IF J20 (J20 Nationell)