david52+FollowWhat If Hossa Joined the Kings in '97?Let’s talk alternate history: imagine if the LA Kings had snagged Marian Hossa instead of Olli Jokinen with their top-three pick in the 1997 NHL Draft. Hossa’s scoring touch could’ve transformed the Kings’ playoff fortunes in the early 2000s. Meanwhile, the Bruins still nailed it with Jumbo Joe Thornton at No. 1, and the Sharks might’ve gone for Luongo in net. Which pick would’ve made the biggest impact? Let’s debate! #Sports #IceHockey #NHLDraft00Share
Sherri West+FollowTkachuk Backs McKenna’s Penn State GambleBig news for draft watchers: Gavin McKenna, the projected #1 pick for 2026, is shaking things up by committing to Penn State instead of the usual Canadian junior route. Some fans are puzzled, but Big Walt (Keith Tkachuk) is all in, saying the NCAA path can be just as strong for NHL hopefuls. With new rules letting Canadian players join, could this be a game-changer for future stars? #Sports #IceHockey #NHLDraft00Share
Christopher Li+FollowBruins Strike Gold After Islanders’ MissTalk about a lucky break for the Black and Gold! The Bruins landed James Hagens at No. 7 after the Islanders reportedly balked at Utah’s sky-high price—centered around Mat Barzal—for the fourth pick. Isles fans must be wondering ‘what if’ after missing out on the Long Island native, but Sweeney and the Bruins scouting crew sure aren’t complaining. Could this be a franchise-changing moment? Time will tell, but it’s already a draft day story for the ages. #Sports #IceHockey #NHLDraft166Share
Phillip Scott+FollowNHL Draft Drama: Decentralized Again?Anyone else frustrated with the NHL’s decision to stick with the decentralized draft format? After last year’s snooze-fest, it’s wild that the league is doubling down, even though fans and insiders alike panned the event for its lack of energy and awkward production. Sure, the numbers were up from 2024, but they’re still way behind the electric 2023 draft. With so much good happening in the league, why does the NHL keep tripping over its own skates when it comes to fan engagement? #Sports #IceHockey #NHLDraft00Share
Bryce Clark+FollowGophers Hockey: Draft Kings Again!Who else noticed the Gophers dominating the NHL Draft this year? Five players picked, three in the top 100, and they just extended their insane streak—at least one Gopher drafted in 51 of the last 52 years! Jacob Rombach led the way at No. 35, but it’s the consistency that’s wild. Minnesota might not be a football powerhouse, but on the ice, they’re the gold standard. Are we witnessing the best college-to-NHL pipeline ever? #GophersHockey #NHLDraft #CollegeHockey #Sports #IceHockey00Share
Christopher Li+FollowMcQueen’s No. 95: Ducks’ Perfect Draft MoveHow about Roger McQueen leaning all the way into the hype? The Ducks’ top pick just picked No. 95 for his jersey—yep, like Lightning McQueen from “Cars.” With Anaheim’s colors matching the movie car, this is a marketing dream come true. Plus, the Ducks even took him to Disneyland to meet his “cousin.” If McQueen lives up to his name on the ice, this could be one of the most iconic jersey choices in recent NHL memory. #NHLDraft #AnaheimDucks #McQueen95 #Sports #IceHockey10Share
Sherri West+FollowBruins Nab Hagens—Draft Day Heist?Did Don Sweeney just pull off the steal of the draft? Bruins fans are buzzing after Boston landed James Hagens at No. 7—many thought he’d go top five! The kid’s already got gold with Team USA and lit up Hockey East as a freshman. Hagens’ hockey IQ and playmaking could be exactly what the B’s need to reload up front. Is this the start of a new era in Boston? Let’s hear your takes! #NHLDraft #Bruins #JamesHagens #Sports #IceHockey00Share
Christopher Li+FollowBruins Finally Betting on High-End Skill?Big news out of Boston: after years of playing it safe, the B’s are finally swinging for the fences in the 2025 draft. With King Pasta as the lone elite scorer, it’s about time the Black and Gold loaded up on offensive upside. Scouting boss Ryan Nadeau says the focus is now on skill, not just size or grit. Could this be the start of a new era for the Bruins? Let’s hope these high-upside picks pay off! #NHLDraft #Bruins #HockeyTalk #Sports #IceHockey10Share
Christopher Li+FollowYzerman’s Draft Magic: Did He Finally Nail It?Hockeytown, did Stevie Y finally crack the code in Rounds 2-7? The 2025 Red Wings draft class looks deeper than usual, with Carter Bear (13th overall) bringing that relentless edge we’ve been missing. Genborg’s size and two-way game could finally break the Wings’ second-round curse, and Pradel’s a legit goalie prospect for the future. Not every pick’s a home run, but this class might give us more than just organizational depth. Which pick are you most hyped about? #LGRW #RedWings #NHLDraft #Sports #IceHockey00Share
Molly Tucker+FollowStan Bowman’s Goalie Gamble: Right Move?Oilers Nation, are we witnessing another classic Bowman blunder? After King Connor and Drai did their part, our netminders just couldn’t hold up against the Panthers’ firepower in the Finals. Yet, at the 2025 Draft, Stan Bowman passed on goalies and went for defenseman Tommy Lafreniere and winger David Lewandowski. His post-draft comments about “evaluation” and “process” have fans fuming. Is Bowman missing the obvious, or does he have a master plan we can’t see? Sound off, Oilers fans! #OilersNation #StanBowman #NHLDraft #Sports #IceHockey10Share
