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# Round one recap
- URL: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/2023-nhl-draft-round-one-recap-connor-bedard-adam-fantilli-leo-carlsson/
- Published: 2023-06-29T02:51:09.000Z
- Updated: 2023-06-29T02:51:09.000Z
- Description: All the first round picks from the 2023 NHL Entry Draft with highlights for each player.
- Author: Adam Selvig
- Tags: NHL Draft

The 2023 NHL Entry Draft began tonight with a big splashy show for the first 32 players selected. The week began in Nashville with the NHL Awards on Monday night, and players, GM's , team officials, and media stayed in town all week getting ready for the draft. We saw plenty of trades and speculation ahead of the draft, with some big names on the move. Also the Maple Leafs signed a couple of depth players.

[Maple Leafs Re-signing David Kämpf and Pontus HolmbergFour more years for Kämpf.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/34/01/3401a938-f468-4c02-a227-9bc4cc09bad4/content/images/size/w256h256/format/png/2023/04/pension-plan-min.svg)Cathy SquiresPPP Leafs![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/34/01/3401a938-f468-4c02-a227-9bc4cc09bad4/content/images/2023/03/scott-gummerson-Maple-Leafs-Jersey-unsplash--cropped--1.jpg)](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/report-maple-leafs-re-signing-david-kampf/)

## **Pre-Draft**

Trades and signings!

[Barbashev signs 5-year, $25 million contract to stay with Golden KnightsIvan Barbashev signed a 5-year, $25 million contract to stay with the Vegas Golden Knights after Reilly Smith was traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday.![](https://www-league.nhlstatic.com/nhl.com/builds/site-core/61bd612c3f2047a546b73f16a1eae6fabe363889_1686672750/images/iOS/apple-icon-144x144.png)NHL.com![](https://cms.nhl.bamgrid.com/images/photos/344913498/1024x576/cut.jpg)](https://www.nhl.com/news/golden-knights-sign-barbashev-trade-smith-to-penguins/c-345070180?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

The Stanley Cup Champions make a move to keep a player around. For now.

They also got rid of a guy.

[BREAKING NEWS: Golden Knights trade Reilly Smith to Penguins for 2024 third-round pickThe Vegas Golden Knights have traded forward Reilly Smith to the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for a 2024 third-round draft pick, the club announced Wednesday. NEWS: The Vegas Golden Knights have acquired a 2024 third round pick from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Reilly Smith. #VegasBor…![](https://www.knightsonice.com/content/images/size/w256h256/format/png/2023/06/Poker-chip-knight-final--2--1.svg)Jillian WagnerKnights On Ice![](https://www.knightsonice.com/content/images/2023/06/cut--8-.jpg)](https://www.knightsonice.com/vegas-golden-knights-trade-reilly-smith-to-pittsburgh-penguins-for-2024-third-round-pick/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

The Lightning had to move more players because they keep running out of money. 

[Ross Colton traded to Colorado for second round pick - UpdateFirst reported by Elliotte Friedman, pending RFA Ross Colton has been traded from the Tampa Bay Lightning to the Colorado Avalanche. We do not know the return as of yet but this article will be updated as more news comes in so refresh and stay tuned. Hearing Ross Colton will![](https://www.rawcharge.com/favicon.ico)Hardev LadRaw Charge![](https://www.rawcharge.com/content/images/2023/06/colton-1.jpeg)](https://www.rawcharge.com/ross-colton-traded-to-colorado-avalanche/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

And the rest from before today are here:

[FTB: Keep the Awards and Draft together foreverTrying to keep up with all the trades? So are we. Man, we need to pair the awards and draft together forever.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/34/01/3401a938-f468-4c02-a227-9bc4cc09bad4/content/images/size/w256h256/format/png/2023/04/pension-plan-min.svg)Adam SelvigPPP Leafs![](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1608258598684-3118606cfdaa?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDQ2fHxOYXNodmlsbGUlMjBQcmVkYXRvcnN8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjg3OTE0MTE1fDA&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=2000)](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/toronto-maple-leafs-news-nhl-news-nhl-trades-2023/)

### **THE DRAFT**

Up first, Chicago made the obvious pick.

**#1 - Chicago Blackhawks - Connor Bedard**  
Position: C - Team: Regina Pats (WHL) - 57GP - 71G - 72A - 143Pts

[You’ll never guess who the Blackhawks selected No. 1 overall at the 2023 NHL DraftThe suspense nearly killed us.![](https://www.secondcityhockey.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2023/03/sch-icon_small.png)Dave MeltonSecond City Hockey![](https://www.secondcityhockey.com/content/images/2023/06/Bedard-Kelowna-Rockets.png)](https://www.secondcityhockey.com/chicago-blackhawks-2023-nhl-draft-first-round-pick-number-1-connor-bedard/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#2 - Anaheim Ducks - Leo Carlsson**  
Position: F - Team: Örebro HK (SHL) - 44GP - 10G - 15A - 25Pts

[Anaheim Ducks Draft Leo Carlsson 2nd OverallWith the second pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the Anaheim Ducks have selected Leo Carlsson from Örebro HK of the Swedish Hockey League.![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-New_Logo_THW-270x270.png)Peter BaracchiniThe Hockey Writers![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Leo-Carlsson-Team-Sweden-1-scaled.jpg)](https://thehockeywriters.com/anaheim-ducks-draft-leo-carlsson-2nd-overall/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#3 - Columbus Blue Jackets - Adam Fantilli**  
Position: C - Team: University of Michigan (NCAA) - 36GP - 30G - 35A - 35Pts

[2023 NHL Draft: Columbus Blue Jackets select Adam Fantilli with Third Overall PickThe Hobey Baker Award winner slipped to third and Columbus could not pass on the opportunity to take the big center.![](https://www.jacketscannon.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2023/06/Cannon-2023-3--1--1.png)MrSwift13The Cannon![](https://www.jacketscannon.com/content/images/2023/06/Cannon-2023-3--1--2.png)](https://www.jacketscannon.com/2023-nhl-draft-columbus-blue-jackets-select-adam-fantilli-with-3rd-overall-pick/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#4 - San Jose Sharks - Will Smith**  
Position: C - Team: US National Team U18 - 80GP - 66G - 103A - 169Pts

\*Pick originally belonged to Ottawa Senators, acquired in [Chychrun trade.](https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/senators-acquire-jakob-chychrun-from-coyotes-for-three-draft-picks/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

[BREAKING: Sharks Select Will Smith No. 4The San Jose Sharks have selected forward Will Smith out of USNTDP with the 4th overall pick. Smith scored 51 goals and racked up 76 assists in 60 games for the National team and was named the MVP of the Under 18s this spring. Smith is known for his offensive skill, elite vision, \[…\]![](https://i0.wp.com/sanjosehockeynow.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2020/07/SJ-Puck.png?fit=192%2C192&ssl=1)JD YoungSan Jose Hockey Now![](https://sanjosehockeynow.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/7/2023/06/Smith-Fzv1WqlWYAAu8po.jpeg)](https://sanjosehockeynow.com/breaking-sharks-select-will-smith-no-4/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#5 - Montréal Canadiens - David Reinbacher**  
Position: D - Team: EHC Kloten (NLA, Swiss) - 46GP - 3G - 19A - 22Pts

[2023 NHL Draft: Montreal Canadiens select David Reinbacher with number 5 pickThe Canadiens take a right-shot defenceman at fifth overall.![](https://www.habseyesontheprize.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2023/06/DM_EOTP_logos_social_large_main.png)Justin BladesEyes On The Prize![](https://www.habseyesontheprize.com/content/images/2023/06/3422_kloten__flyers-primary-2013.png)](https://www.habseyesontheprize.com/david-reinbacher-2023-nhl-draft-montreal-canadiens-fifth-overall-selection-news/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#6 - Arizona Coyotes - Dmitri Simashev**  
Position: D - Team: Lokomotiv Yaroslavl (KHL/MHL)  
KHL: 18GP - No Points / MHL: 29GP - 1G - 9A - 10Pts

[Coyotes select defenseman Dmitri Simashev 6th overallThe 2023 NHL Entry draft started with the safe pick, but things quickly spiraled into chaos for the second pick. The Arizona Coyotes joined in the fun, surprising everyone with the selection of Russian defenseman Dmitri Simashev 6th overall. The #Yotes select Dmitri Simashev sixth overall! #2023NHL…![](https://www.fiveforhowling.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2023/04/FIVE-FOR-HOWLING-LOGO---TRANSPARENT--1-.png)Carl PavlockFive For Howling![](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1537889230356-e49d1df471b9?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDN8fG5hc2h2aWxsZXxlbnwwfHx8fDE2ODc5MzMyMzd8MA&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=2000)](https://www.fiveforhowling.com/coyotes-select/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#7 - Philadelphia Flyers - Matvei Michkov**  
Position: RW - Team: SKA St. Petersburg / HK Sochi (KHL) - 30GP - 9G - 11A - 20Pts

[2023 NHL Draft: Flyers select Matvei Michkov 7th overallThe Flyers did it. They drafted Matvei Michkov.![](https://www.broadstreethockey.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2023/03/bsg-logo.png)Thomas WilliamsBroad Street Hockey![](https://www.broadstreethockey.com/content/images/2023/06/DRAFT---MICHKOV.jpg)](https://www.broadstreethockey.com/post/2023-nhl-draft-philadelphia-flyers-select-matvei-michkov-7th-overall/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#8 - Washington Capitals - Ryan Leonard**  
Position: C - Team: USNTDP - 74GP - 62G - 52A - 114Pts

[2023 NHL Draft: Capitals Select Ryan LeonardWith the 8th pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, the Capitals have selected forward Ryan Leonard from the USNTDP. Here’s how he was ranked by various scouts heading into this draft: Check out Leonard in…![](https://i0.wp.com/www.japersrink.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/03/cropped-JR-Logo-2023.png?fit=192%2C192&ssl=1)BeccaJapers' Rink![](https://i0.wp.com/www.japersrink.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/Capitals-Draft-e1685936153413.jpg?fit=1200%2C726&ssl=1)](https://www.japersrink.com/2023-nhl-draft-capitals-select-ryan-leonard/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#9 - Detroit Red Wings** \- **Nate Danielson**  
Position: C - Team: Brandon Wheat Kings (WHL) - 68GP - 33G - 45A - 78Pts

[Red Wings select Nate Danielson at pick no. 9Wings pick up a strong pivot with impressive WHL numbers.![](https://www.wingingitinmotown.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2023/04/winging-it-in-motown-min.png)Kyle WIIMWinging It In Motown![](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1621440318464-72633426377b?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDF8fG51bWJlciUyMDF8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjg3OTk4MzQyfDA&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=2000)](https://www.wingingitinmotown.com/red-wings-select-center-nate-danielson-with-pick-9-2023-nhl-draft/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#10 - St. Louis Blues - Dalibor Dvorsky**  
Position: F - Team: AIK (HockeyAllsvenskan, Sweden) - 38GP - 6G - 8A - 14Pts

[St. Louis Blues Draft Dalibor Dvorský 10th OverallWith the 10th pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the St. Louis Blues have selected Dalibor Dvorský from AIK of the HockeyAllsvenskan![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-New_Logo_THW-270x270.png)Adam KierszenblatThe Hockey Writers![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Dalibor-Dvorsky-Slovakia-scaled.jpg)](https://thehockeywriters.com/st-louis-blues-draft-dalibor-dvorsky-10th-overall/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#11 - Vancouver Canucks - Tom Willander**  
Position: D - Team: Rögle BK U20 (Sweden) - 39GP - 4G - 21A - 25Pts

[Vancouver Canucks select defenceman Tom Willander with 11th overall pickThere were some shakeups in the first round of the 2023 NHL Entry Draf…![](https://canucksarmy.com/apple-touch-icon.png)David QuadrelliCanucksArmy![](https://canucksarmy.com/_next/image?url=https://publish.canucksarmy.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/06/345A2477-2.jpg&w=1200&q=75)](https://canucksarmy.com/news/vancouver-canucks-tom-willander-11th-overall-pick?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#12 - Arizona Coyotes - Daniil But**  
Position: LW - Team: Lokomotiv Yaroslavl (MHL/KHL) -   
MHL: 26GP - 15G - 11A - 26Pts / KHL: 15GP - 2G - 0A - 2Pts

[Coyotes select Daniil But 12th overallFor their second pick of the first round the Arizona Coyotes went back to Russia with the selection of Daniil But. The #Yotes make their second pick of the first round, taking Daniil But! #2023NHLDraft 🔗: https://t.co/4W28F8ZyWF pic.twitter.com/rrDNouBv7z — Elite Prospects (@eliteprospects) June…![](https://www.fiveforhowling.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2023/04/FIVE-FOR-HOWLING-LOGO---TRANSPARENT--1-.png)Carl PavlockFive For Howling![](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1516417156595-3ca5df62a3a4?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=MnwxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDIxfHxkZXNlcnR8ZW58MHx8fHwxNjgwMzEyODE2&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=2000)](https://www.fiveforhowling.com/coyotes-select-12th-overall/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#13 - Buffalo Sabres - Zach Benson**  
Position: F - Team: Winnipeg Ice (WHL) - 60GP - 36G - 62A - 98Pts

[Buffalo Sabres draft Zach Benson No. 13 overall in 2023 NHL DraftThe 5-foot-10, 159-pound forward notched a Winnipeg Ice team-leading 98 points in 60 games this past season.![](https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/apple-touch-icon.png)Colton DaviesDaily Faceoff![](https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/_next/image?url=https://publish.dailyfaceoff.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Benson_Zach-Erica-Perreaux-scaled.jpg&w=1200&q=75)](https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/buffalo-sabres-draft-zach-benson-no-13-overall-in-2023-nhl-draft?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#14 - Pittsburgh Penguins - Brayden Yager**  
Position: C - Team: Moose Jaw Warriors (WHL) - 67GP - 28G - 50A - 78Pts

[Pittsburgh Penguins Draft Brayden Yager 14th OverallWith the 14th-overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft, the Pittsburgh Penguins have selected Brayden Yager of the Moose Jaw Warriors.![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-New_Logo_THW-270x270.png)Eugene HelfrickThe Hockey Writers![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Brayden-Yager-Team-Canada-scaled.jpg)](https://thehockeywriters.com/pittsburgh-penguins-draft-brayden-yager-14th-overall/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#15 - Nashville Predators - Matthew Wood**  
Position: F - Team: University of Connecticut (NCAA) - 35GP - 11G - 23A - 34Pts

[Nashville Predators select Matthew Wood 15th overallThe #Preds add forward Matthew Wood with the 15th overall pick in the #NHLDraft![](https://www.ontheforecheck.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2023/04/on-the-forecheck-min.png)Kate ROn the Forecheck![](https://www.ontheforecheck.com/content/images/2023/04/on-the-forecheck-min-2.png)](https://www.ontheforecheck.com/nashville-predators-nhl-draft-pick-prospect-matthew-wood-uconn-huskies/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#16 - Calgary Flames - Samuel Honzek**  
Position: C - Team: Vancouver Giants (WHL) - 43GP - 23G - 33A - 56Pts

[Calgary Flames select Samuel Honzek at 16th overall in 2023 NHL Draft<strong><em>Brought to you by odds site <a href=“https://betway.com/en…![](https://flamesnation.ca/apple-touch-icon.png)Ryan PikeFlamesNation![](https://flamesnation.ca/_next/image?url=https://publish.flamesnation.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/05/Honzek_Samuel-Kevin-Light-scaled.jpg&w=1200&q=75)](https://flamesnation.ca/news/calgary-flames-select-samuel-honzek-at-16th-overall-in-2023-nhl-draft?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#17 - Detroit Red Wings - Axel Sandin Pellikka**  
Position: D - Team: Skellefteå AIK (Jr/SHL)  
Jr: 31GP - 16G - 20A - 36Pts / SHL: 22GP - 2G - 3A - 5Pts

\*Pick originally belonged to NY Islanders, acquired from Vancouver [for Filip Hronek](https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/%5F/id/35763244/red-wings-trade-filip-hronek-canucks-two-draft-picks?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

[Red Wings select Axel Sandin Pellikka at pick no. 17A Swedish defenseman!! In this economy!!!![](https://www.wingingitinmotown.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2023/04/winging-it-in-motown-min.png)Kyle WIIMWinging It In Motown![](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1644004555490-25876c57545b?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMTc3M3wwfDF8c2VhcmNofDR8fHN3ZWRpc2glMjBmbGFnfGVufDB8fHx8MTY4ODAwMTkzOXww&ixlib=rb-4.0.3&q=80&w=2000)](https://www.wingingitinmotown.com/red-wings-select-defenseman-axel-sandin-pellikka-at-pick-17-2023-nhl-draft/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#18 - Winnipeg Jets\* - Colby Barlow**  
Position: LW - Team: Owen Sound Attack (OHL) - 59GP - 46G - 33A - 79Pts

[BREAKING: Winnipeg Jets land Orillia’s Colby BarlowBarlow, a rugged winger, was named the youngest captain in Owen Sound’s history last year![](https://www.vmcdn.ca/files/ui/icons/fav/at.png)ScreenshotBarrieToday.com![](https://www.vmcdn.ca/f/files/orilliamatters/images/sports/colby-barlow-drafted-screen-grab.jpg;w=1200;h=800;mode=crop)](https://www.barrietoday.com/local-sports/breaking-winnipeg-jets-land-orillias-colby-barlow-7211212?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#19 - Chicago Blackhawks - Oliver Moore**  
Position: C - Team: USNTDP - 84GP - 39G - 61A - 100Pts

\*Pick originally belonged to Tampa Bay Lightning, acquired[ for Brandon Hagel](https://www.nhl.com/news/brandon-hagel-traded-to-tampa-bay-lightning-by-chicago-blackhawks/c-331979720?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

[Chicago Blackhawks select Oliver Moore with No. 19 pick in 2023 NHL DraftMoore is the fastest skater in the draft class, drawing comparisons to previous speedsters like Jack Hughes.![](https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/apple-touch-icon.png)Mike GouldDaily Faceoff![](https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/_next/image?url=https://publish.dailyfaceoff.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Oliver-Moore.jpg&w=1200&q=75)](https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/chicago-blackhawks-select-oliver-moore-with-no-19-pick-in-2023-nhl-draft?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#20 - Seattle Kraken - Eduard Šalé**  
Position: RW - Team: HC Kometa Brno (Czechia) - 43GP - 7G - 7A - 14Pts

[Kraken take forward Eduard Sale with 20th pick in 2023 NHL draftThe Kraken had a plethora of choices picking 20th at Wednesday’s opening of the NHL Draft but went after a left wing in Eduard Sale, 18, from Czechia.![](https://www.seattletimes.com/apple-touch-icon.png?v=7kovnr5xE4)Geoff BakerThe Seattle Times![](https://images.seattletimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/06282023_tzr_tzr_183154.jpg?d=1200x630)](https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/kraken/kraken-take-forward-eduard-sale-with-20th-pick-in-2023-nhl-draft/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#21 - Minnesota Wild - Charlie Stramel**  
Position: F - Team: University of Wisconsin (NCAA) - 33GP - 5G - 7A - 12Pts

[Wild take Rosemount native Charlie Stramel in first round of 2023 NHL DraftThe 6-foot-3, 225-pound Stramel currently plays center for the University of Wisconsin.![](https://www.twincities.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/cropped-faviconwhite-copy.jpg?w=192)Dane MizutaniTwin Cities![](https://www.twincities.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/AP22302552711256.jpg?w=1024&h=576)](https://www.twincities.com/2023/06/28/wild-take-rosemount-native-charlie-stramel-in-first-round-of-2023-nhl-draft/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#22 - Philadelphia Flyers - Oliver Bonk**  
Position: D - Team: London Knights (OHL) - 67GP - 10G - 30A - 40Pts

\*Pick originally belonged to LA Kings, acquired from Columbus [in three way deal.](https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/flyers-trading-ivan-provorov-to-blue-jackets-in-three-way-deal-with-kings/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) 

[Flyers’ Oliver Bonk: High-floor, low-ceiling D goes 22ndFlyers’ Oliver Bonk: High-floor, low-ceiling D goes 22nd![](https://sportsfly.cbsistatic.com/fly-0497/bundles/sportsmediacss/images/core/webclips/fantasynews/touch-icon-ipad-retina.png)RotoWire StaffCBSSports.com![](https://sportsfly.cbsistatic.com/fly-0497/bundles/sportsmediacss/images/fantasy/default-article-image-large.png)](https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/hockey/news/flyers-oliver-bonk-high-floor-low-ceiling-d-goes-22nd/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#23 - New York Rangers - Gabriel Perrault**  
Position: RW - Team: USNTDP - 86GP - 72G - 105A - 177Pts

[Rangers select winger Gabriel Perreault with No. 23 pick in NHL draftWith their first-round pick in the NHL Draft, the Rangers are adding some offense.![](https://nypost.com/wp-content/themes/nypost-2016/static/images/apple-icons/nypost/apple-icon-144x144.png)Mollie WalkerNew York Post![](https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/06/GettyImages-1252436545.jpg?quality=75&strip=all&w=1024)](https://nypost.com/2023/06/28/new-york-rangers-select-winger-gabriel-perreault-in-nhl-draft/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com#:~:text=The%20Rangers%20selected%20right%20winger,Wednesday%20night%20in%20Nashville%2C%20Tenn.)

**#24 - Nashville Predators - Tanner Molendyk**  
Position: D - Team: Saskatoon Blades (WHL) - 67GP - 9G - 28A - 37Pts

\*Pick originally belonged to Edmonton Oilers, acquired [for Mattias Ekholm](https://oilersnation.com/news/did-the-edmonton-oilers-steal-mattias-ekholm-from-under-the-la-kings-nose?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

[Nashville Predators select Tanner Molendyk 24th overallThe #Preds have added D Tanner Molendyk with the 24th pick in the #NHLDraft.![](https://www.ontheforecheck.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2023/04/on-the-forecheck-min.png)Kate ROn the Forecheck![](https://www.ontheforecheck.com/content/images/2023/04/on-the-forecheck-min-2.png)](https://www.ontheforecheck.com/nashville-predators-nhl-draft-pick-prospect-tanner-molendyk/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#25 - St. Louis Blues - Otto Stenberg**  
Position: F - Team: Frölunda HC (Jr/SHL)  
Jr: 29GP - 11G - 15A - 26Pts / SHL: 23GP - 1G - 2A - 3Pts

\*Pick originally belonged to Toronto Maple Leafs, acquired [for Ryan O'Reilly](https://thehockeywriters.com/grading-maple-leafs-ryan-oreilly-trade/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

[St. Louis Blues Draft Otto Stenberg 25th OverallWith the 25th pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the St. Louis Blues have selected Otto Stenberg from Frölunda HC J20 of the J20 Nationell.![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-New_Logo_THW-270x270.png)Adam KierszenblatThe Hockey Writers![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Otto-Stenberg-Team-Sweden-scaled.jpg)](https://thehockeywriters.com/st-louis-blues-draft-otto-stenberg-25th-overall/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#26 - San Jose Sharks - Quentin Musty**  
Position: LW - Team: Sudbury Wolves (OHL) - 53GP - 26G - 52A - 78Pts

\*Pick originally belonged to New Jersey Devils, [acquired for Timo Meier](https://www.nhl.com/news/devils-acquire-timo-meier-in-trade-with-sharks/c-341560292?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

[San Jose Sharks Draft Quentin Musty 26th OverallWith the 26th pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the San Jose Sharks have selected Quentin Musty from the Sudbury Wolves.![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-New_Logo_THW-270x270.png)Peter BaracchiniThe Hockey Writers![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Quentin-Musty-Wolves-1200x960.jpg)](https://thehockeywriters.com/san-jose-sharks-draft-quentin-musty-26th-overall/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#27 - Colorado Avalanche - Callum Ritchie**  
Position: C - Team: Oshawa General (OHL) - 59GP - 24G - 35A - 59Pts

[2023 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: C Calum RitchieThe Colorado Avalanche hold the 27th overall selection in June 28’s NHL draft, and we’ll be beginning our draft prep with some profiles of players who may be available when the Avalanche make their pick. In addition to these profiles, CHN will also soon have draft commentary from a CHL scout, as wel…![](https://i0.wp.com/coloradohockeynow.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/06/CHN-Puck-1.png?fit=192%2C192&ssl=1)Evan RawalColorado Hockey Now![](https://coloradohockeynow.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2023/06/Screenshot-2023-06-01-at-12.44.14-AM.png)](https://coloradohockeynow.com/2023/06/01/2023-nhl-draft-prospect-profile-c-calum-ritchie/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#28 - Toronto Maple Leafs - Easton Cowan**  
Position: C - Team: London Knights (OHL) - 68GP - 20G - 33A - 53Pts

\*Pick originally belonged to Boston Bruins, pick acquired in [Rasmus Sandin trade from Washington](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/report-rasmus-sandin-traded-for-erik-gustafsson-and-a-1st/)

[With the 28th pick in the 2023 Entry Draft, the Maple Leafs selectThe Toronto Maple Leafs kept their 28th overall pick after all, and used it to select Easton Cowan from the London Knights.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/34/01/3401a938-f468-4c02-a227-9bc4cc09bad4/content/images/size/w256h256/format/png/2023/04/pension-plan-min.svg)Brian SPPP Leafs![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/34/01/3401a938-f468-4c02-a227-9bc4cc09bad4/content/images/2023/06/2017_NHL_Entry_Draft_-35346022082-.jpg)](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/toronto-maple-leafs-select-easton-cowan-28th-overall/)

**#29 - St. Louis Blues - Theo Lindstein**  
Position: D - Team: Brynäs IF (Jr/SHL)  
Jr: 14GP - 2G - 5A - 7Pts / SHL: 32GP - 1G - 1A - 2Pts

\*Pick originally belonged to Dallas Stars, acquired [from NY Rangers for Vladimir Tarasenko. ](https://www.nhl.com/news/vladimir-tarasenko-traded-to-new-york-rangers-by-st-louis-blues/c-340859794?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

[St. Louis Blues Draft Theo Lindstein 29th OverallWith the 29th pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, the St. Louis Blues have selected Theo Lindstein from Brynas IF.![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-New_Logo_THW-270x270.png)Matthew ZatorThe Hockey Writers![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Theo-Lindstein-Team-Sweden-scaled.jpg)](https://thehockeywriters.com/st-louis-blues-draft-theo-lindstein-29th-overall/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#30 - Carolina Hurricanes - Bradly Nadeau**  
Position: C - Team: Penticton Vees (BCHL) - 54GP - 45G - 68A - 113Pts

**#31 - Colorado Avalanche - Mikhail Gulyayev**  
Position: D - Team: Omskie Yastreby (MHL) - 22GP - 2G - 23A - 25Pts

\*Pick originally belonged to Florida Panthers, acquired [from Montreal Canadiens for Alex Newhook](https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/canadiens-trade-for-newhook-fits-timeline-philosophy-better-than-move-for-dubois/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

[At pick No. 31 in the NHL Draft, the Avalanche take a defensemanMikhail Gulyayev is listed at 5-foot-10 and 170 pounds, and the draft broadcast mentioned he could’ve been a top-5 pick if he were taller![](https://denversports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/cropped-DenverSports-1200-e1683124013382-270x270.jpg)Will PetersenDenver Sports![](https://denversports.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/GettyImages-1202833379-e1688006167866.jpg)](https://denversports.com/2106024/at-pick-no-31-in-the-nhl-draft-the-avalanche-take-a-defenseman/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

**#32 - Vegas Golden Knights - David Edstrom**  
Position: C - Frölunda HC (Jr/SHL)  
Jr: 28GP - 15G - 13A - 28Pts / SHL: 11GP - 2G - 2A - 4Pts

[David Edstrom - 2023 NHL Draft Prospect ProfileDavid Edstrom is a big, two-way centerman who has shot up draft boards following his breakout performance at the U18 World Juniors.![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-New_Logo_THW-270x270.png)Logan HornThe Hockey Writers![](https://s3951.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/2023_Draft_Guide.jpg)](https://thehockeywriters.com/david-edstrom-2023-nhl-draft-prospect-profile/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)

Whew, that's it. Round one is done.

No trades, surprisingly. 

Round two begins tomorrow, June 29th. Coverage on Sportsnet begins at 11AM.