Seth Jones is the consensus best player in this year's NHL draft.
However, he won't be selected first overall. According to CBC Nova Scotia, the Colorado Avalanche have all but confirmed that they will be selecting center Nathan MacKinnon with the first overall selection:
While the Avalanche may come to regret not selecting Jones, the Florida Panthers will benefit from the decision. The Panthers were woeful on defense last season, giving up 3.5 goals per game, which was worst in the league. In addition, they had the worst penalty kill in the league.
Selecting Jones, who profiles as shutdown defender, would go a long way towards fixing that. Jones is ready to play in the NHL next season and he brings a brand of physical play, solid positioning and athleticism. He has a rocket of a slap shot from the point and will change games with bone-crushing hits.
Jones has an offensive game similar to P.K. Subban and a defensive game similar to Duncan Keith. He's an all-around defenseman who projects as Norris Trophy contender for years to come.
The Panthers do have some promising young d ...
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2013 NHL Draft: Seth Jones Is Perfect Fit for Florida Panthers
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