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Draft Recap: Islanders take Schaefer first overall at NHL draft

Matthew Schaefer is a member of the New York Islanders. The club selected the 17-year-old defenceman from the Ontario Hockey League's Erie Otters with the first pick at the 2025 NHL draft on Friday.

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Leafs top pick Luc Koblar gets ultra competitiveness from Olympian parents

With their first pick in the draft the Leafs selected 6-foot-4 centre Tinus Luc Koblar out of the Leksand system in the Swedish junior league. "I like competing at everything," Luc Koblar said. "There's nothing I like to lose on." He comes by that competitive nature honestly. Both his parents are Olympians.

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After long wait, Hopkins 'hit the jackpot' by getting picked by hometown Leafs 

The Leafs selected Kingston Frontenacs centre Tyler Hopkins in the third round. The Campbellville, Ont. native grew up a big Leafs fan. "Felt like I was there for an eternity," said Hopkins, who attended the draft in L.A. "That wait was well worth it for this moment to be able to put on a Leafs jersey."

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'No surprise' the Islanders select Matthew Schaefer first overall in the 2025 NHL Draft

TSN's Director of Scouting Craig Button breaks down the New York Islanders selecting Matthew Schaefer with the first overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, and what he brings to the franchise.

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Cheveldayoff, Jets excited to get a player the quality of Boumedienne at 28

The Winnipeg Jets selected defender Sascha Boumedienne at 28 in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, and GM Kevin Cheveldayoff joined the media to discuss the selection, what he brings to the Jets, and more.

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Button: Sharks 'sharpening their teeth' with selection of Misa

With the second overall pick, the Sharks selected Saginaw centre Michael Misa. TSN's Director of Scouting Craig Button explains how his speed and skill will help San Jose move to the next level.

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Blackhawks add 'complete' player in Anton Frondell with the third overall pick

The Chicago Blackhawks add Swedish centre Anton Frondell with the third overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. TSN's Director of Scouting Craig Button breaks down the pick and how his style of game makes everyone around him better.

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TSN Hockey Mock Draft Special

McKenzie's Final NHL Draft Ranking

With 'prodigious talent and boundless potential,' Schaefer tops McKenzie's Ranking

If, as expected, Matthew Schaefer is taken No. 1 overall by the Islanders, it will be unprecedented. That is, no No. 1 pick will have ever played so few games in his draft year as Schaefer.

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'Air of unpredictability' after Schaefer and Misa in McKenzie's Draft Ranking

If you look at our final ranking by Bob McKenzie, and then check any other lists, you’re going to find the same 8-10 names after Matthew Schaefer and Michael Misa. But how are those players viewed within the top 10?

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Schaefer hopes to realize dream of going first overall, reveals spirit animal to NHL teams

Matthew Schaefer is the projected first overall pick in the upcoming NHL draft and the defenceman sat down with TSN's James Duthie to chat about his excitement for the event, his custom suit that honours his late mother, how his meeting with the Islanders went and more.

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McKenzie: Schaefer's standing despite lack of games 'a real testament to his talent, potential'

Matthew Schaefer only played in 21 total games this season but scouts still made him the unanimous top ranked prospect heading into the NHL draft. TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie discusses the 'unprecedented' situation with the talented defenceman, why his lack of action did not hurt him and Michael Misa climbed to No. 2 on the final ranking.

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Bob McKenzie's Final Draft Ranking Special

With the Stanley Cup all wrapped up, all eyes shift to June 27th and the NHL Draft. TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie joins TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button and James Duthie to reveal his final draft rankings. Watch the full special here.

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Mark Masters talks to the prospects

Top-10 hopeful Martin chooses to watch NHL draft from family farm

While most of the top prospects for the NHL draft gather in Los Angeles, Soo Greyhounds centre Brady Martin has decided to watch the first round from the family farm in Elmira, Ont.

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Right-catching Ravensbergen has the right stuff to be first goalie drafted

Once passed over in the WHL draft , Joshua Ravensbergen is now projected to be the first goalie chosen in the NHL draft. The 18-year-old from North Vancouver, a rare right catcher, spoke to TSN about his dramatic rise and why he models his game on Jake Oettinger.

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Getting drafted by Habs would be extra special for Nesbitt

Jack Nesbitt's grandfather passed away earlier this year. "Really tough to see him go," the Spitfires centre said. "He grew up in Montreal so he would really want to see me go there." Nesbitt's combine interview with the Canadiens went "really good" despite "a couple of weird questions."

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What's behind Nesbitt's surge up NHL draft boards?

TSN's Bob McKenzie identifies Jack Nesbitt as a forward generating a lot of buzz heading into the NHL draft with one scout even putting him in the top 10. The Spirtfires centre spoke to TSN about how he turned things around after being listed as a 'B' prospect at the start of the season.

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Oilers fan Cootes likes the idea of getting drafted by Flames, Canucks

Braeden Cootes grew up an Oilers fan in Sherwood Park, Alta., which led to some jokes from friends about possibly being drafted by the Flames. But the Thunderbirds centre likes the idea of playing in Canada and enjoyed the chance to have dinner with the Canucks at the combine.

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Rapidly rising prospect Reschny ready for the pressure of a Canadian market

Cole Reschny, who's making the jump from the WHL to the NCAA next season, came in No. 19 in Bob McKenzie's final draft rankings, which makes the centre a potential pick for the Flames, Canucks, Habs and Sens. The Saskatchewan native says he's built to handle the pressure of a Canadian market.

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Who goes after Schaefer? Button plays GM in Mock Draft reveal

While TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button has Erie Otters defenceman Matthew Schaefer going first overall to the New York Islanders, a good stretch of this year’s draft is defined by centres.

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Top NHL draft prospect Misa welcomes the chance to put his new team first

Misa burnished his reputation as an elite offensive force in the past year while scoring 134 points with 62 goals in just 65 games for the OHL's Saginaw Spirit. It was the league's best offensive season by an under-18 player since 2007.

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NHL Draft Notebook: Canadiens' firsts in play

The 2025 NHL Draft is about to take place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles tomorrow and fans can follow along on TSN.ca with the latest news, rumours and speculation from around the NHL.

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Spence looks to get bigger and stronger as he prepares for NHL Draft

As Malcolm Spence prepares for the NHL Draft on Friday in Los Angeles, he has already made significant moves to prepare himself for a bigger and stronger game.

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From Beijing to Oshawa, Wang set to be third Chinese-born NHL draft pick

Invited to watch his first hockey practice at an ice rink in Beijing, Haoxi Wang was no different than any impressionable, wide-eyed four-year-old being fascinated by the equipment the players wore.

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Button’s Mock Draft: Islanders take Schaefer at No. 1

The New York Islanders will select first overall in the 2025 NHL Draft after winning the draft lottery and TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button has them addressing the blueline, selecting Erie Otters defenceman Matthew Schaefer at No. 1.

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Islanders win draft lottery, will select first overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The New York Islanders won the NHL draft lottery on Monday and vaulted nine teams, including the last-place San Jose Sharks, in winning the opportunity to have the No. 1 pick.

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'The best junior player in Canada'

'He's wired to deliver': McKenna looks to cement legacy with a Memorial Cup

With 168 points combined throughout the season, young phenom Gavin McKenna has had a year to remember in the WHL. TSN's Director of Scouting breaks down McKenna's game and discusses what winning the Memorial Cup would do for his junior hockey legacy.

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Corrado on McKenna: When you see him play in person it's just different

Jay Onrait is joined by TSN Hockey analyst Frankie Corrado to get his thoughts on Medicine Hat's 3-1 win over the Moncton Wildcats at the Memorial Cup on Monday night, and what he's seen from top NHL Draft prospect Gavin McKenna at the tournament.

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Button: 'There's no stage that's going to be too big for Gavin McKenna'

Laura Diakun is joined by TSN's Director of Scouting Craig Button to discuss Medicine Hat's gutsy win against Rimouski in the opening game of the Memorial Cup, and the show put on my top NHL Draft prospect Gavin McKenna.

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The McKenna Monitor - Tracking Gavin McKenna's incredible WHL season

Follow projected No. 1 2026 NHL draft prospect Gavin McKenna's impressive campaign – starting with his 40-game regular season point-scoring streak and extending into the 2025 CHL Playoffs.

TSN Rewind: Gavin McKenna - Undoubtable

Medicine Hat Tigers forward Gavin McKenna is the best junior player in the CHL and his abilities stand out above all others. Craig Button takes a closer look at how the 17-year-old star uses his skills and attributes to become an exceptional player.

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TSN Rewind: The Next Generation - Gavin McKenna

The next generation of hockey players are making their mark and TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button shares his observations of Medicine Hat Tigers forward Gavin McKenna.

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McKenzie's Mid-season Draft Ranking

Schaefer a unanimous No. 1 in McKenzie's Mid-season Draft Ranking

"As far as I’m concerned,” one NHL head scout said, “[Matthew Schaefer] is No. 1 and he’s staying there - even if he never plays another game this season."

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What sets Schaefer apart from the pack as he headlines mid-season rankings?

Matthew Schaefer stands at the top of the list and TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie explains what sets the Erie Otters defenceman apart from the rest and if Schaefer reminds him of any particular NHL player.

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Speed, smarts, elite goal scoring, physicality highlighted in players ranked 2-5

With Matthew Schaefer clearly the top prospect, TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie lists off the rest of the top five players in his mid-season rankings.

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Three centres help round out 6-10 in Bob McKenzie's Mid-Season Draft Rankings

With the top five players ranked, TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie lists off the rest of the players in the top 10 of his mid-season rankings.

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Button analyzes the type of player Hagens, Misa can be in the NHL

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins Gino Reda to share his take on the strengths and weaknesses, if any, No.2 ranked James Hagens has in his game and outlines the best part of Michael Misa's game and which NHLer he reminds him of.

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On the Clock: Best attributes from some of this year's draft class

There is no shortage of talent in this year's pool of draft eligible players and TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button shares his thoughts on some of the best attributes from this year's draft class.

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Why has Russia's Ivan Ryabkin dropped so far down the rankings?

Six Canadians feature in spots 11-20 in Bob McKenzie's Mid-Season Draft Ranking and the TSN Hockey Insider explains why Russian centre Ivan Ryabkin's stock has fallen so far down the list.

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Schaefer honoured and humbled to top McKenzie's mid-season draft rankings

The Erie Otters defenceman was the unanimous selection for the No. 1 spot on TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie's mid-season draft rankings by a panel of 10 NHL team scouts.

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Martone can be Canada's inside man at World Juniors

Porter Martone has proven himself to be a winner at all levels of hockey early in his career and wants to take his big frame and winning pedigree to Team Canada at the World Juniors in Ottawa.

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Age just a number for draft eligible Schaefer, Martone

Forward Porter Martone and defenceman Matthew Schaefer are both eligible for the upcoming NHL Draft. They aren't worried about their age and are more focused on having a good showing at camp to hopefully crack the final roster.

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CHL USA Prospects Challenge

Button: CHL-USA Prospects Challenge gave us glimpses of the future of the NHL

Cole Reschny was the hero, scoring the game-winning goal with just over a minute remaining in regulation, as the CHL stars swept USA in the inaugural Prospects Challenge. TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins Victor Findlay to break down the action, including how Reschny and Caleb Desnoyers stepped up for the CHL.

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Button: There could be 20 first round picks playing in CHL-USA Prospects Challenge

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins Victor Findlay to discuss the CHL's domination of the United States in Game 1 of the CHL-USA Prospects Challenge and the high intensity between both teams.

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Reschny scores late to lead CHL past USA in Prospects Challenge

The Canadian Hockey League swept the inaugural CHL-USA Prospects Challenge on Wednesday. Cole Reschny scored late in the third period as Team CHL defeated Team USNTDP (USA Hockey National Team Development Program) 3-2 in Game 2 of the series.

Team CHL takes Game 1 of the CHL USA Prospects Challenge

Team CHL took Game 1 of the inaugural 2024 CHL USA Prospects Challenge after a 6-1 win over the U.S. National Under-18 Team at Canada Life Place in London, ON.

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'That was a pretty special event': Reschny on playing in the inaugural Prospects Challenge

Victoria Royals forward Cole Reschny joins TSN's Raegan Subban after Team CHL beat the United States in the Game 2 of the CHL-USA Prospects Challenge to win the inaugural two-game series. He discusses the event, and what it was like playing with this group of guys.

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Corrado: Schaefer is the best d-man in the 2025 NHL Draft and could push for first overall

TSN Hockey analyst Frankie Corrado breaks down CHL's rout of the United States in the inaugural CHL-USA Prospects Challenge, Erie Otters defenceman Matthew Schaefer's starring performance, and more.

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Schaefer: The CHL is the best league out there and we proved it there

Matthew Schaefer had a goal and an assist to help the CHL lay a beatdown on the United States in Game 1 of the CHL-USA Prospects Challenge. He joined TSN's Raegan Subban to discuss the big win and what was clicking for his team.

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Domino's That's Hockey: Gino Reda goes 1-on-1 with NHL Draft prospect Caleb Desnoyers

Caleb Desnoyers joins Domino's That's Hockey host Gino Reda to discuss his impressive start to the season with the Moncton Wildcats, his athletic family roots, how his success in hockey has helped his development, the upcoming inaugural CHL-USA Prospects Challenge, and more.

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Craig’s List: McKenna the runaway favourite for No. 1 in 2026 NHL Draft

After lighting up the WHL last season as a rookie with 34 goals and 97 points in 61 games to claim CHL and WHL rookie of the year honours, Medicine Hat Tigers forward Gavin McKenna is off to a torrid start this season, leading the league with 37 points in 19 games.

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Domino's That's Hockey: Reschny on impressing scouts and climbing NHL draft boards

Victoria Royals forward Cole Reschny joins Domino's That's Hockey host Gino Reda, and shares his thoughts on improving his overall game to impress scouts with hopes of getting picked higher at the NHL Draft.

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Martone, Schaefer highlight Button's Team CHL for prospect challenge

The CHL USA Prospect Challenge is a month away and as the Canadian Hockey League are putting together their team, TSN's Director of Scouting Craig Button took a crack at what Team CHL should look like.

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Bob McKenzie's 2025 Pre-Season Draft Rankings

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Canadiens select F Demidov with fifth pick in 2024 NHL Draft

The Montreal Canadiens have selected forward Ivan Demidov with the fifth overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.

Senators select D Yakemchuk with No. 7 pick

The Ottawa Senators have selected defenceman Carter Yakemchuk with the seventh overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.

Flames select Parekh with ninth overall pick in 2024 NHL Draft

The Calgary Flames have selected defenceman Zayne Parekh with the ninth overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.

Canadiens select Hage with 21st overall pick in 2024 NHL Draft

The Montreal Canadiens have selected forward Michael Hage with the 21st overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.

Flames draft LW Gridin with 28th overall pick

The Calgary Flames have selected winger Matvei Gridin with the 28th pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.

Maple Leafs select Danford with 31st pick in 2024 NHL Draft

The Toronto Maple Leafs have selected defenceman Ben Danford with the 31st overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.

Oilers trade up, select O'Reilly with 32nd pick in 2024 NHL Draft

The Edmonton Oilers traded into the first round at the NHL Draft on Friday, acquiring the 32nd overall pick and selecting Sam O'Reilly of the London Knights.

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Craig’s List: Iginla, Eiserman rise in final ranking

The rise of Kelowna Rockets star Tij Iginla this season has been remarkable in the eyes of TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button.

Craig's List: Plenty of intrigue surrounding Michkov ahead of NHL Draft

Connor Bedard is the runaway favourite to be taken first overall by the Blackhawks on June 28 in Nashville but don’t be surprised if Matvei Michkov ends up being the biggest talking point.

'I never considered another player at No. 1' - Wright locked in atop final Craig's List

While the rest of the hockey world debates the relative merits of top NHL Draft prospects Shane Wright, Juraj Slafkovsky and Logan Cooley, TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button has no doubt who tops his final player ranking of the season.

Craig’s List: Power in pole position ahead of NHL Draft

Towering Michigan Wolverines defenceman Owen Power has proven he’s the best prospect in hockey, holding his spot atop the final edition of Craig’s List ahead of the 2021 NHL Entry Draft.

Craig's List: Drysdale, Askarov move up in final edition

A future No. 1 NHL defenceman and a franchise goaltender in the making move up in the Top 10 as TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button unveils his final player ranking ahead of the NHL Draft.

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Craig's List: Caufield scores his way into Top 5

The diminutive goal-scoring machine takes a big leap up TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button’s final prospect ranking ahead of the 2019 NHL Draft.

Bob McKenzie's Draft Ranking Archive

McKenzie's Final Draft Ranking: Many attractive and diverse options after Celebrini

This year’s final ranking, from No. 2 on, is much more challenging to assemble because of two factors - many more divergent opinions and variance on even the top 10 picks and two Russians forcing their way into the conversation in the upper echelon.

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Intrigue and excitement in the Year of Connor Bedard

The 2023 NHL Draft is about so much more than just the phenom who will go first overall to the Chicago Blackhawks in Nashville, Bob McKenzie writes. Scouts are very enthused about the depth of this year’s class.

Slafkovsky edges Wright for top spot in McKenzie’s final draft ranking

It’s a photo finish for the No. 1 spot on TSN’s 2022 NHL Draft Final Ranking and, by the slimmest of margins, it’s Juraj Slafkovsky over Shane Wright.

McKenzie's Draft Rankings: Power pulls away from crowded draft field

This year’s NHL draft class is showing signs of major unpredictability, but the Michigan defenceman cemented his status as hockey’s top prospect with a strong performance at the IIHF World Championship, Bob McKenzie writes.

Lafreniere the surest thing in a most uncertain draft year

Ninety-three players and seven honourable mentions - headlined by Rimouski's Alexis Lafreniere - make up TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie's final player ranking ahead of the 2020 NHL Draft.

Hughes edges Kakko in TSN’s final draft rankings

The dynamic American centre has been ahead of the Finnish winger all season long, but it’s a far tighter race than the numbers would suggest, Bob McKenzie writes.

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