Ryker Lee was selected by the Nashville Predators in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft at 26th overall via the pick acquired in the trade involving Yaroslav Askarov to the San Jose Sharks in August of 2024.
The World Junior Summer Showcase is happening now in Minnesota and Lee has been stealing the spotlight for Team USA, scoring a point in every game he has played in.
Lee has been playing on the second line for Team USA, with fellow Predators prospect Teddy Stiga playing on the top line with James Hagens at center.
Ryker Lee joins Brady Martin and Cameron Reid for a trio of outstanding 1st-round picks by Nashville Predators and it's already showing on the ice
Lee joins what is becoming a loaded and highly-respected prospect pool around the NHL for the Nashville Predators.