Nhl Draft 2023

2023 NHL Entry Draft Results and Highlights

Overview

The 61st NHL Entry Draft took place on June 28-29, 2023, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. A total of 224 prospects were selected over seven rounds.

Round 1 Recap

The first round of the draft was filled with surprises, including:

* The Montreal Canadiens selecting Connor Bedard as the first overall pick. * The Chicago Blackhawks trading up to select Adam Fantilli at No. 2. * The Toronto Maple Leafs acquiring Leo Carlsson with the 16th overall pick.

Notable Picks

Other notable picks in the draft included:

* Matvei Michkov (No. 3, Columbus Blue Jackets) * Shane Wright (No. 4, Seattle Kraken) * Ivan Miroshnichenko (No. 11, San Jose Sharks) * Brad Lambert (No. 15, Ottawa Senators)

International Flavor

As usual, the draft featured a strong international presence. European players accounted for over 50% of the selections, with Canada and the United States also well-represented.

Looking Ahead

The 2023 NHL Entry Draft showcased a talented group of young players who are poised to make an impact in the NHL. These prospects will now embark on the next chapter of their hockey careers, with some of them expected to become future stars.