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A look at the top NHL draft prospects in 2023

2023-06-28 14:55:10 Updated on 2023-06-28 14:57:01

Not surprisingly, Connor Bedard remains the most anticipated prospect in the 2023 draft. He'll go on to be a big star.

Matvei Michkov

In addition to Bedard, Matvei Michkov, a right winger from Russia, is said to be the most talented player in the auction.

Adam Fantilli

Adam Fantilli, a center who plays for the University of Michigan, won the top college player award this season. He is the youngest player to do so, along with Paul Kariya and Jack Eichel.

Will Smith

Will Smith has been turning heads for some time, and with good reason. This center should dominate in the pros.

Zachary Benson

Zachary Benson is a left winger who plays for Winnipeg in the Western Junior League. He had a big 2022-23 season.

Leo Carlsson

Leo Carlsson is a 6'3, 200 pound young center. He is originally from Sweden, where he was still playing last season.

David Reinbacher

David Reinbacher is probably the best defenseman available this year, and the runner-up is not in the rearview mirror. Reinbacher could be out soon, he will be in demand.

Dalibor Dvorsky

Dalibor Dvorsky didn't play much in the Swedish Elite League last year, but is still expected to have a successful career in NHL field hockey.

Ryan Leonard

Ryan Leonard is said to be an outstanding competitor, and has an incredible shot. Perhaps the best of the 2023 draft...

Samuel Honzek

Samuel Honzek is a 6'4" big center from the Czech Republic who plays for the Vancouver Giants. He will need to add some muscle, however.

Eduard Sale

Eduard Sale will have to convince teams that he can perform well every night. He's loaded with talent, but he's inconsistent.

Oliver Moore

Oliver Moore is an excellent American skater who plays the center position.

Axel Sandin-Pellikka

Axel Sandin-Pellikka is also an outstanding skater who will support the offense as long as he can.

Colby Barlow

Colby Barlow's draft rank is not unanimous, but everyone agrees that he has a good chance of making a career in the NHL and making his mark.

Nate Danielson

Nate Danielson scored 33 goals this season with the Brandon Wheat Kings in Western Junior field hockey. He may not be a prolific scorer in the NHL, but he will certainly make his mark.

Brayden Yager

Brayden Yager is of interest to many scouts. He is said to be excellent in many facets of the game, but he will still need to find a way to score more regularly!

Oliver Bonk

Oliver Bonk is a London Knights defenseman who is expected to be taken in the 1st round. He has 40 points in 67 games this season.

Gabe Perreault

Gabriel (Gabe) Perreault is a Canadian-American who has been playing in the United States for several years. He is a 5'11 and 165 lbs right winger.

Ethan Gauthier

Ethan Gauthier is the first Quebec Major Junior Hockey League player to be listed this season. The Sherbrooke Phoenix right-winger is attracting interest.

Daniil But

Daniil But has what it takes to be a power forward, but there are concerns that he may not be the sharpest of players. A nice gamble if he's available later in the draft.

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