PHILADELPHIA -- The next generation of NHL stars takes the stage at the 2014 NHL draft. Insider's Frank Provenzano and Corey Pronman break down every first-round pick, including analysis of the prospects' talents and where they fit into each team's pipeline.
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Aaron Ekblad
Florida Panthers
TEAM: Barrie (OHL)
HT: 6-foot-3
WT: 213 lbs
POS: D
Prospect analysis: He's a monster on the back end and plays the game with an edge and elite defensive value.