2025 NHL Draft: Holiday Mock Draft with Top Prospect Breakdowns
Posted: Thu Dec 26, 2024 2:55 pm
Is Matthew Schaefer the real deal? The mock draft has him going first overall to Chicago, but is his early OHL dominance enough to cement him as the top prospect? Could another defenseman steal the spotlight by draft day?
Porter Martone to San Jose at number two. Interesting. With the Sharks potentially having other offensive weapons, could Martone's physicality be more valuable elsewhere? Is he truly a top-two talent?
The mock draft has James Hagens falling to third. Is this a steal for Buffalo? Or is his recent drop in rankings a sign of things to come? What does this mean for the players ranked below him? Are they underrated?
Michael Misa's numbers are eye-popping. But is his OHL production translatable to NHL success? Nashville desperately needs a center, but is Misa a risky pick at number four? Could he bust?
Anton Frondell and Victor Eklund, both from Djurgardens IF, going back-to-back in the top 10. Is the SHL becoming a hotbed for NHL talent? Are these two players overhyped due to their league? Or are they hidden gems?
Caleb Desnoyers is praised for his two-way play and motor, but some question his offensive upside. Is this a safe pick for Anaheim at seven, or are they missing out on a higher-potential offensive player? How much value should be placed on intangibles like work ethic at this stage of the draft?
From Russia with intrigue: Ivan Ryabkin. Is his playmaking ability enough to overlook potential concerns about transitioning to North American hockey? Is Montreal taking a gamble at eight?
Roger McQueen: big and skilled. Does this rare combination make him a potential top-five pick, or does his lack of consistent finishing ability raise red flags? Where do you rank size versus skill?
Logan Hensler: strong skater, accurate shot, but questions about his transitional game. Is he a true top-pair defenseman or more of a second-pairing guy? How important is the transition game for defensemen in today's NHL?
This mock draft is loaded with talent. Who are your biggest risers and fallers? Which teams do you think made the best picks, and which ones missed the mark? Let's discuss!
Porter Martone to San Jose at number two. Interesting. With the Sharks potentially having other offensive weapons, could Martone's physicality be more valuable elsewhere? Is he truly a top-two talent?
The mock draft has James Hagens falling to third. Is this a steal for Buffalo? Or is his recent drop in rankings a sign of things to come? What does this mean for the players ranked below him? Are they underrated?
Michael Misa's numbers are eye-popping. But is his OHL production translatable to NHL success? Nashville desperately needs a center, but is Misa a risky pick at number four? Could he bust?
Anton Frondell and Victor Eklund, both from Djurgardens IF, going back-to-back in the top 10. Is the SHL becoming a hotbed for NHL talent? Are these two players overhyped due to their league? Or are they hidden gems?
Caleb Desnoyers is praised for his two-way play and motor, but some question his offensive upside. Is this a safe pick for Anaheim at seven, or are they missing out on a higher-potential offensive player? How much value should be placed on intangibles like work ethic at this stage of the draft?
From Russia with intrigue: Ivan Ryabkin. Is his playmaking ability enough to overlook potential concerns about transitioning to North American hockey? Is Montreal taking a gamble at eight?
Roger McQueen: big and skilled. Does this rare combination make him a potential top-five pick, or does his lack of consistent finishing ability raise red flags? Where do you rank size versus skill?
Logan Hensler: strong skater, accurate shot, but questions about his transitional game. Is he a true top-pair defenseman or more of a second-pairing guy? How important is the transition game for defensemen in today's NHL?
This mock draft is loaded with talent. Who are your biggest risers and fallers? Which teams do you think made the best picks, and which ones missed the mark? Let's discuss!