2023 NHL Draft Results: Bedard Goes First to Chicago, Blackhawks Win Lottery
Chicago Wins Lottery, Selects Bedard First
The Chicago Blackhawks have won the 2023 NHL Entry Draft lottery, securing the rights to phenom center Connor Bedard. The Blackhawks, who finished with the league's worst record in 2022-23, had an 18.5% chance of winning the lottery. Bedard, a 17-year-old from North Vancouver, British Columbia, is considered one of the best prospects to enter the NHL in years.
Anaheim Ducks Select Fantilli Second
The Anaheim Ducks selected center Adam Fantilli from the Chicago Steel of the United States Hockey League with the second overall pick. Fantilli, a 17-year-old from Oakville, Ontario, is a dynamic offensive player who is known for his skating ability and playmaking skills. The Ducks had a 13.5% chance of winning the lottery.
Complete First-Round Results
A sortable list of players drafted in the first round of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft can be found here: 2023 NHL Draft Live Results Tracker
Team-by-Team Analysis and Grades
For team-by-team analysis and grades of the first round of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, visit the following websites:
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