NHL teams are finalizing their draft lists and making sure they've locked down all the variables on their target players. One of the major factors for teams is the length of time it will take for their first-round selections to be NHL-ready.
There are several players in this year's draft who should be ready to step right onto the ice in the NHL this fall. Others are more likely to take a year or two before arriving, and even longer before playing a major role on a team. That's a major consideration for teams, along with potential ceiling and roster needs in their specific case.
Here are the 10 highest-ranked players in the NHL draft this season and their ETA for NHL arrival.
Note: This list reflects the April ranking by International Scouting Services.
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