Itt van a Sportsnet februári rangsora a draft előtt:

1. Jack Hughes, C, USNTDP, 5-foot-10, 168 pounds: There are some concerns over injuries that limited him in the WJC and forced him out of the U18 Five Nations. Top spot is still his to lose.

2. Kaapo Kakko, RW, TPS (Liiga), 6-foot-2, 194 pounds: Still the de facto No. 2, but the conversation will continue to open up as we move towards June.

3. Vasily Podkolzin, RW, SKA St. Petersburg (MHL), 6-foot-1, 190 pounds: He struggles in the strength department, but from a game perspective there aren’t any holes.

4. Dylan Cozens, C, Lethbridge Hurricanes (WHL), 6-foot-3, 185 pounds: Point production has tailed off considerably over the past month, but the most important hockey of his career lies ahead with a loaded Lethbridge team all-in for a WHL title.

5. Peyton Krebs, C, Kootenay Ice (WHL) 5-foot-11, 180 pounds: He impresses enough with his play, but when looking for character he’s plus-plus. Think Ty Dellandrea.

6. Bowen Byram, D, Vancouver Giants (WHL) 6-foot-1, 194 pounds: Not that he doesn’t deserve top billing, but a premium on defencemen this year has elevated his stock.

7. Kirby Dach, C, Saskatoon Blades (WHL) 6-foot-3, 195 pounds: Right shot centre with a pro frame could benefit from being more selfish in his play.

8. Matthew Boldy, LW, USNTDP, 6-foot-1, 187 pounds: Super skilled, not quite at his best at the U18 Five Nations, but he’s built a solid resume all season long based on an amazing set of mitts.

Nálam a Kakko, Boldy, Byram a top3. Bármelyiknek nagyon tudnék örülni!