Winners, losers and top moments of the 2025 NHL draft - ESPN
The 2025 NHL draft is now complete. Though drafting Matthew Schaefer with the No. 1 pick was no surprise, there was no shortage of shocks as the two-day event proceeded.
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2025 NHL Draft - Fantasy hockey insight and analysis on the top picks - ESPN
With the book closed on the first round of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, we're again afforded the opportunity to evaluate what several prominent prospects offer within the fantasy hockey arena. While this draft might lack the more obvious spark of previous iterations as far as household names are concerned, those prospect pundits-in-the-know suggest this version possesses quality over quantity. Beyond the top pick, most top picks play at the center position, and many of whom will prove versatile and valuable to fantasy managers in years to come.
Simon Wang becomes highest-drafted NHL player born in China - ESPN
LOS ANGELES — Simon Wang was proud to become the highest-drafted player born in China when the San Jose Sharks selected him Saturday with the first pick of the second round of the NHL draft. The big defenseman is also confident he won't hold that distinction for long.
Simon Wang makes history as highest-drafted Chinese player in NHL
Simon Wang is still only 17 years old.
Vancouver Canucks select Braeden Cootes with 15th pick in NHL draft
Braeden Cootes spent a year living in Vancouver in the past.
Islanders select blueliner Matthew Schaefer with No. 1 pick in 2025 NHL draft
Matthew Schaefer stood up when his name was called.
Flames sign defenceman Kevin Bahl to 6-year, $32.1M US contract
The Calgary Flames have signed defenceman Kevin Bahl to a six-year contract, the club announced Saturday.
Ducks send G Gibson to Red Wings for G Mrazek, draft picks - ESPN
The Anaheim Ducks traded goalie John Gibson to the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday, ending months of speculation about his future.