The 2021 NHL Draft was held on July 23-24, 2021 at the Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It was a highly anticipated draft, featuring a number of highly touted prospects.
Top 10 Prospects
Here are the top 10 prospects according to various draft rankings:
- Owen Power (D), University of Michigan
- Matthew Beniers (C), University of Michigan
- Simon Edvinsson (D), Frölunda HC
- Dylan Guenther (RW), Edmonton Oil Kings
- Luke Hughes (D), US National Team Development Program
- Kent Johnson (C), University of Michigan
- William Eklund (LW), Djurgårdens IF
- Jesper Wallstedt (G), Luleå HF
- Brandt Clarke (D), Barrie Colts
- Cole Sillinger (C), Sioux Falls Stampede
Notable Picks
Some notable picks from the 2021 NHL Draft include:
- Owen Power was selected first overall by the Buffalo Sabres. He is a big, mobile defenseman with excellent puck-moving skills.
- Matthew Beniers was selected second overall by the Seattle Kraken. He is a two-way center with great offensive instincts.
- Simon Edvinsson was selected sixth overall by the Detroit Red Wings. He is a skilled, puck-moving defenseman with good size.
- Dylan Guenther was selected ninth overall by the Arizona Coyotes. He is a high-scoring right winger with a good shot.
- Luke Hughes was selected fourth overall by the New Jersey Devils. He is a gifted offensive defenseman with a strong skating ability.
Future Impact
The 2021 NHL Draft is considered to be a strong one, with a number of prospects who have the potential to make an immediate impact at the NHL level. The players selected in this draft will likely be key contributors to their respective teams for many years to come.