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DENVER -- The Tampa Bay Lightning's lean years helped them land Steven Stamkos with the first pick in the 2008 NHL draft and Victor Hedman second in 2009. Same for the Colorado Avalanche with Gabriel Landeskog going second in 2011, Nathan MacKinnon first in 2013 and Cale Makar fourth in 2017.

Wright ready to be difference-maker; Slafkovsky interviewed by 14 teams; Savoie feeling good after injury

Top prospect Shane Wright said he wants to be taken first overall by the Montreal Canadiens in next months NHL draft, but its not my decision.

Shane Wright sat in the second row at Ball Arena on Saturday, watching the Colorado Avalanche skate the morning of Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final, imagining himself playing for a championship someday.

Stanley Cup Final shows value of hitting on top draft picks | 2022-06-19 03:17:00

Top prospect Shane Wright said he wants to be taken first overall by the Montreal Canadiens in next month's NHL draft, but 'it's not my decision.'

The Tampa Bay Lightning's lean years helped them land Steven Stamkos with the first pick in the 2008 NHL draft and Victor Hedman second in 2009. Same for the Colorado Avalanche with Gabriel Landeskog going second in 2011, Nathan MacKinnon first in 2013 and Cale Makar fourth in 2017.

What lessons can the Stars takeaway from the Avalanche and Lightning? Plus, head coaching hires, looking ahead to the offseason, and more.

A delayed OHL debut season has put him in the first round conversation.

In today’s prospect profile, we will take a look at Slovakian left wing Juraj Slafkovsky who has already emerged as a favorite prospect amongst the New Jersey Devils fanbase. Let’s get to know more about this prospect and why he could make a lot of sense for the Devils as they hold the 2nd overall selection.