In the NBA, one player can completely alter an organization for the better part of the decade. The NFL draft has practically become a national holiday, and Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota will be more scrutinized than presidential candidates in the next month.
In the NHL draft, however, the hype isn't as severe and the players don't always have the impact a top selection in the NBA draft might have. Well, not every year, though this year that might not be the case, where the top two players on the board sure look like surefire superstars.
Below, we'll take a closer look at the top prospects available in this draft along with a full first-round mock for the NHL draft.
The NFL and NBA drafts might get more hype, but this year the most transformational talent in his sport will likely be selected in the NHL draft.
Connor McDavid, C, Erie (OHL)
The video above should pretty much tell you all you need to know about Connor McDavid. He's a special kid.
Speed and acceleration? He has them and then some. Pu ...
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