Following the conclusion of the NHL Scouting Combine, two NHL.com experts, Adam Kimelman and Mike G. Morreale, have shared their predictions for the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft. The draft is set to take place on June 28 in Las Vegas, with the San Jose Sharks holding the first overall pick. The experts predict that Macklin Celebrini from Boston University will be the first pick, while Artyom Levshunov from Michigan State is expected to be chosen by the Chicago Blackhawks as the second pick.
The draft will see 32 teams making their selections, with the final pick going to the Stanley Cup champions. The Anaheim Ducks and the Columbus Blue Jackets are among the teams with early picks in the draft. The predictions also include potential picks for teams like the Montreal Canadiens, Calgary Flames, and Seattle Kraken.
The experts highlight the standout performances of players like Anton Silayev, Ivan Demidov, and Cayden Lindstrom, who are expected to be top picks in the draft. They also discuss the strengths and skills of prospects like Sam Dickinson, Zeev Buium, and Zayne Parekh, who are likely to make an impact in the NHL.
Overall, the 2024 NHL Draft promises to be an exciting event with talented players poised to make their mark in the league. Fans can look forward to seeing new prospects join their favorite teams and potentially become the stars of tomorrow. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis as the draft day approaches.