When the NHL's free-agent period kicks off on July 1, much of the focus will be upon the possible destinations for the top unrestricted free agents. Given the lack of depth in this summer's unrestricted free-agent market, the status of the top restricted free agents is garnering considerable interest.
A number of this summer's notable restricted free agents are 25 or younger. Some, such as St. Louis' Vladimir Tarasenko and Boston's Dougie Hamilton, are budding superstars. All of them are invaluable to their respective teams. A few could even receive offer sheets from rival clubs desperate to bolster their lineups.
The following slideshow ranks the top 10 NHL free agents who are 25 years and under, along with 10 honorable mentions. Their strengths, weaknesses, overall performance and projected new contracts factored into this ranking.
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Article written by Lyle Richardson