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How does Matthew Schaefer compare to recent No. 1 NHL Draft picks? Scouts, execs weigh in
The first-overall pick in the NHL Draft is always highly anticipated. This article compares the last nine No. 1 picks with this year’s top prospect, Matthew Schaefer, based on rankings from NHL scouts and executives.
Mock 2025 NHL Draft: Opinions vary following Schaefer, Misa with top 2 picks
Following the NHL Draft Lottery on Monday, NHL.com deputy managing editor Adam Kimelman and senior draft writer Mike G. Morreale make their predictions for how the first 16 selections of the 2025 Upper Deck NHL Draft could turn out.
The New York Islanders earned the right to select Erie Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer, the popular front-runner to go No.
The Sharks, who have finished with the league’s worst record for two straight seasons, won the draft lottery last year.
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