Over the past month we here at Defending Big D have been getting fans of the Dallas Stars ready for the 2017 NHL Entry Draft by offering a series of prospect profiles. With the Stars possessing two 1st round selections this year (at 3rd and 29th overall), there have been a lot of names to discuss.
Now, however, we’re going to start digging a little deeper and take a look at players that Stars fans should watch out for in the other rounds. The worst kept secret about drafting and development in the NHL is that the most successful organizations regularly uncover talent outside of the 1st round.