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Pick 6: Boston U's Macklin Celebrini leads the list of the top prospects entering the NHL draft

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Boston University forward Macklin Celebrini is the presumptive No. 1 pick entering the NHL draft following a season in which he became just the fourth freshman to win the Hobey Baker Award as college hockey’s MVP. The San Jose Sharks hold the first pick.

FILE - Macklin Celebrini, the expected No. 1 pick in the NHL draft to the San Jose Sharks, speaks with reporters prior to Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, Monday, June 10, 2024. Celebrini sets aside his NBA ties by looking ahead to a hockey career, entering the NHL draft as the presumptive No. 1 pick on Friday, June 28.

NHL Central Scouting report: “Strong skater with fluid stride, elusive speed and quickness. ... The go-to for one-timers on the power play. Plays a heads-up complete game.”Tij Iginla embraces family name, eager to follow his Hall of Fame dad’s footsteps entering NHL draftAccomplishments/background: Finished tied for ninth in the nation among defensemen with 35 points in 38 games. Big Ten rookie and defensive player of the year.

NHL Central Scouting report: “An impressive physical package with high-end skill. Rare combination of size, skill and high-end athleticism. ... Impressive movements and body control -- makes quick cuts and sharp turns in gear to evade and blow past defenders. Prototypical NHL power forward.”Expected to be selected: No. 4 by Columbus Blue Jackets.

 

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