All articles tagged with #prospect pipeline
The Philadelphia Flyers made multiple selections in the NHL Draft, including first-round picks Porter Martone and Jack Nesbitt, and continued to build their prospect pipeline through rounds 2-7 with players known for their size, skill, and potential, focusing on adding depth at forward, defense, and center positions.
The Detroit Red Wings have added Noah Dower-Nilsson, a left wing from Frolunda, to their prospect pipeline by selecting him in the third round of the NHL draft. Noah's brother, Liam, was previously drafted by the Red Wings in 2021. Detroit also picked defenseman Larry Keenan, defenseman Jack Phelan, left wing Kevin Bicker, and goaltender Rudy Guimond in later rounds of the draft.
The Washington Capitals selected power forward Ryan Leonard with the eighth pick in the NHL draft. Leonard, who scored the gold medal-winning goal for the United States at the under-18 world championships, is known for his talent, smooth skating, and physicality. He joins the Capitals' prospect pipeline and is expected to excel in playoff situations. Leonard plans to play two years of college hockey at Boston College before potentially making the jump to the professional ranks.
The St. Louis Blues selected Slovakian forward Dalibor Dvorsky with the No. 10 pick in the NHL draft, making him their highest draft selection in 15 years. Dvorsky, a 6-1, 205-pound player known for his offensive skills and two-way play, adds depth to the Blues' prospect pipeline, which was lacking in centers and defensemen. This marks the first time since 1988 that the Blues have taken a forward in the top 10. Dvorsky expressed his excitement to join the Blues and his determination to contribute to the team's success.
The Buffalo Sabres selected Zach Benson, a talented forward from the Winnipeg Ice, with the 13th pick in the NHL draft. Benson, known for his skill, competitiveness, and appetite for improvement, produced impressive numbers in the Western Hockey League and fits the Sabres' draft criteria. The Sabres have a close connection with the Winnipeg Ice and own seven picks in the draft.