NHL Draft

  1. The 5 Biggest Storylines to Follow During Carolina Hurricanes' Offseason

    The Carolina Hurricanes will be faced with an offseason of difficult decisions and intriguing plot lines in the coming months...

    Mark Jones Written by Mark Jones about 16 hours ago 152 reads 2 comments

  2. Ideal Draft Picks to Fill Edmonton Oilers' 5 Biggest Needs

    The future appears bright for the Edmonton Oilers, but despite having the three most recent first overall NHL draft picks, the club still has some pressing roster needs...

    James Onusko Written by James Onusko about 3 days ago 962 reads 19 comments

  3. Ideal Draft Picks for Philadelphia Flyers' 5 Biggest Needs

    The Philadelphia Flyers will be looking to rebuild this offseason and once again become an elite hockey franchise. The team will use this year's draft as a major step in the right direction...

    Michael Pizzutillo Written by Michael Pizzutillo about 4 days ago 4,668 reads 15 comments

  4. One Player Each NHL Team Should Target in 2013 Offseason

    For 22 of the NHL 's 30 franchises, the ongoing 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs are no longer of immediate relevance...

    Mark Jones Written by Mark Jones about 4 days ago 45,379 reads 98 comments

  5. 5-Year Projections for the Top Stars in the 2013 NHL Draft

    Seth Jones , Nathan MacKinnon and Jonathan Drouin are part of one of history’s more memorable build-ups to the NHL entry draft when their respective teams face off in the Memorial Cup this weekend...

    Al Daniel Written by Al Daniel about 5 days ago 9,720 reads 8 comments

  6. 2013 NHL Draft: Why NHL Fans Do Not Want to Miss the 2013 Memorial Cup

    Is it Saturday yet? That is when each of the top three 2013 NHL draft prospects, as determined by Central Scouting , will intersect for their respective teams’ Memorial Cup opener in Canada in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan...

    Al Daniel Written by Al Daniel about 7 days ago 2,756 reads 18 comments

  7. NHL Draft 2013: Top-Rated Prospects Who Will Be Instant Stars in Rookie Year

    Many prospects will enter the 2013 NHL draft as projects for the future, or even just a year or two away from being pro-ready...

    Dan Talintyre Written by Dan Talintyre about 8 days ago 1,737 reads 1 comments

  8. 2013 NHL Mock Draft: Best Possible Scenario for Every First-Round Team

    While the 2013 playoffs may be the focus of the hockey community right now, the conversation will soon shift to the 51st NHL draft on June 30th at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey...

    Donald Wood Written by Donald Wood about 11 days ago 7,587 reads 18 comments

  9. NHL Draft 2013: Valeri Nichushkin and Risky Prospects Worth Taking a Chance on

    There is plenty to be excited about when it comes to the 2013 NHL draft as the top of the board is stacked with can't-miss talent such as Seth Jones , Jonathan Drouin , Nathan MacKinnon and Aleksander Barkov ...

    Mike Chiari Written by Mike Chiari about 12 days ago 5,977 reads 9 comments

  10. 5 Biggest Questions Surrounding the Philadelphia Flyers This Offseason

    The Philadelphia Flyers have more questions than answers as they settle into their offseason. With half the league currently battling for Lord Stanley's Cup, the other half will use the offseason to rebuild, refocus and reload...

    Michael Pizzutillo Written by Michael Pizzutillo about 12 days ago 3,696 reads 10 comments

  11. Ranking the 10 Most Potent Offensive Prospects in 2013 NHL Draft

    The 2013 NHL draft is going to feature many top prospects like Nathan MacKinnon and Jonathan Drouin of the Halifax Mooseheads, Valeri Nichushkin from Russia and Aleksander Barkov ...

    Tom Urtz Jr. Written by Tom Urtz Jr. about 14 days ago 5,570 reads 13 comments

  12. Seth Jones: Does Top 2013 Draft Prospect Represent a Cultural Shift in NHL?

    Seth Jones has the ability to change the face of professional hockey. Jones is the top prospect in this year's NHL draft, according to NHL .com. He is currently a defenseman with size, skating ability and a hard, accurate shot...

    Steve Silverman Written by Steve Silverman about 14 days ago 8,156 reads 67 comments

  13. 5 Reasons to Believe New Jersey Devils' GM Lou Lamoriello Is Losing His Touch

    Lou Lamoriello is something of a beloved figure in New Jersey , and for good reason. The man is responsible for much of what the franchise has managed since he took over as president ...

    Peter Mills Written by Peter Mills about 17 days ago 1,673 reads 7 comments

  14. Seth Jones Is Ideal Fit for Colorado Avalanche with No. 1 Overall Pick

    While there are a few prospects in contention, American defenseman Seth Jones is the likely No. 1 overall pick in the 2013 NHL entry draft...

    Mike Chiari Written by Mike Chiari about 19 days ago 3,618 reads 22 comments

  15. 2013 NHL Mock Draft: Projecting How the First Round Will Play out

    NHL mock drafts are mostly similar regarding the top three picks, but there are significant differences past that point. At the top of the class, Seth Jones , Nathan MacKinnon and Jonathan Drouin all offer potential franchise players...

    Michael Dulka Written by Michael Dulka about 19 days ago 13,013 reads 7 comments

  16. NHL Offseason: One Player Each Non-Playoff Team Should Pursue This Summer

    For the 14 NHL teams who won't be playing any towel-waving, hard-hitting playoff hockey games this spring, the lockout-shortened 2013 season proved more of a revealing examination than a utopian success story...

    Mark Jones Written by Mark Jones about 19 days ago 3,158 reads 29 comments

  17. Predicting the Top 5 Players on the Philadelphia Flyers' Draft Board

    The Philadelphia Flyers —for now—hold the 11th pick in the 2013 NHL draft and will be searching to fill some large holes on their roster...

    Michael Pizzutillo Written by Michael Pizzutillo about 20 days ago 5,498 reads 7 comments

  18. 2013 NHL Draft Order: Lottery Sets Up Ideal Potential Situation for Seth Jones

    After an ideal NHL draft lottery, it's safe to say the movie script is already being written. And by ideal, I mean for Seth Jones and the Colorado Avalanche , not the Florida Panthers ...

    Tim Keeney Written by Tim Keeney about 20 days ago 1,774 reads 5 comments

  19. Seth Jones Will Change the NHL with Jay-Z's Support

    Defenseman Seth Jones is not only looking to become the first overall pick in the 2013 NHL draft, but possibly being represented by Jay-Z's Roc Nation Sports...

    Michael Dulka Written by Michael Dulka about 20 days ago 1,492 reads 2 comments

  20. NHL Draft 2013: Teams with Most to Gain from Lottery Picks

    The NHL draft lottery offers teams a chance to improve their roster with an influx of new talent. With the right selections, some teams will fill their holes and take the next step toward being more competitive in the next few years...

    Michael Dulka Written by Michael Dulka about 20 days ago 1,010 reads 3 comments

  21. 5 Ways Top NHL Draft Prospect Seth Jones Would Impact Colorado Avalanche

    After a disappointing season in which the Colorado Avalanche finished at the bottom of the Western Conference standings, the franchise got a much-needed victory on Monday night by winning the 2013 NHL draft lottery...

    Nicholas Goss Written by Nicholas Goss about 21 days ago 7,056 reads 13 comments

  22. 2013 NHL Mock Draft: Post-Lottery 1st-Round Predictions

    The 2013 NHL draft came one step closer with the conclusion of the lottery draft, and the Colorado Avalanche should thank the hockey gods for the chance to draft Seth Jones with the first overall selection...

    Franklin Steele Written by Franklin Steele about 21 days ago 78,869 reads 113 comments

  23. 2013 NHL Draft Order: Updated List of Picks Following Draft Lottery

    The 2013 NHL draft lottery has officially transpired, with the Colorado Avalanche earning the rights to the first overall selection...

    Maxwell Ogden Written by Maxwell Ogden about 21 days ago 10,600 reads 4 comments

  24. NHL Draft Lottery Results 2013: Full Selection Order, Analysis and More

    For 14 NHL teams, the offseason begins now. Sunday night's Senators-Bruins finale and subsequent clunky release of the playoff schedule officially marked the beginning of the ...

    Tim Keeney Written by Tim Keeney about 21 days ago 18,393 reads 19 comments

  25. Seth Jones Will Bring New Fans to the NHL If He Signs with Jay-Z

    Seth Jones has the talent, charisma and platform to bring thousands of new fans to the NHL , and with Jay-Z's help he could do it. The hockey phenom has a chance to make history as the first black player to ever be selected No...

    Jesse Reed Written by Jesse Reed about 21 days ago 5,077 reads 17 comments