2015 NHL Mock Draft: Complete First Round
By John Gove
Apr 11, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; Boston University Terriers forward Jack Eichel (9) lets a shot go past Providence College Friars defenseman Tom Parisi (6) during the first period of the championship game of the Frozen Four college ice hockey tournament at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports
1. Edmonton Oilers
148. There truly is only one real option for first-overall pick in this year’s draft. The Edmonton Oilers will be selecting the next iconic player in hockey, Connor McDavid. Although selecting first overall is nothing new to the Oilers, they really struck gold when they were victorious in this year’s lottery. McDavid will immediately become the face of this franchise and could eventually lead this team back into the postseason.. Center. Erie (OHL). Connor McDavid. 1. player
2. Buffalo Sabres
player. 12. Although the hype surrounding him may not be as high as McDavid, the Buffalo Sabres are still drafting a future superstar in Jack Eichel. Similar to the first pick, there is no question that this is the player being selected overall. Eichel will be Buffalo’s franchise player, and they will look to build talent around him.. Center. Boston U (NCAA). Jack Eichel. 2
3. Arizona Coyotes
Dylan Strome. 3. player. 121. It’s all about picking the best player on the board for the Coyotes; and at pick number three, Strome is their guy.. Center. Erie (OHL)
4. Toronto Maple Leafs
5. Carolina Hurricanes
109. Best blue-liner in the draft + Team in need of talent on blue-line= PERFECT MATCH. Defense. Boston C (NCAA). Noah Hanifin. 5. player
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