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2025 NHL Draft

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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TSN Hockey Mock Draft Special

'The best junior player in Canada'

McKenzie's Mid-season Draft Ranking

The Next Generation

CHL USA Prospects Challenge

Bob McKenzie's 2025 Pre-Season Draft Rankings

Craig Button's Craig's List Archive

Bob McKenzie's Draft Ranking Archive

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.