#mock-drafts

#mock-drafts

As we inch closer to the end of January, the excitement builds for NHL players to return to the Olympics. But, for fans of teams that don't have any/many players headed to Italy for the Games, it's also a fun time to start talking about two other subjects: the trade deadline, and breaking down mock drafts. I've been writing mock drafts throughout the season ( my most recent), so don't worry about my specific picks.

As the 2025 NHL Draft nears, numerous mock drafts predict key players, including top pick contender Matthew Schaefer, setting the stage for the Islanders.