For the second time in three years, the New Jersey Devils have the fortune of selecting first overall in the NHL Draft. Back in 2017 the Devils moved up to first overall after winning the draft lottery. They selected talented Swiss Center Nico Hischier who thus far has lived up to the hype and instantly become one of the team’s top players and an emerging young leader. Earlier this month, the Devils once again won the draft lottery and moved up to the top spot. They’ll have to choose between American Center Jack Hughes or Finnish Right Wing Kaapo Kakko.
Jack Hughes: 2019 NHL Draft Prospect Profile; The Highly Skilled, Elite Center and Top Prospect
