If the New York Rangers were to re-do the 2017 Entry Draft, it is almost certain that they would be giving Filip Chytil a long look at seventh overall, instead of selecting him 14 picks later.
The Czech forward has solidified himself as an important part of the team’s top-nine in only his second full season in the NHL, and he has seen brief moments of playing with stronger surrounding talent on the top-six.
Through 43 games, Chytil has nearly eclipsed his point total for the entirety of last season. With 12 goals and six assists, he is on-pace for just over 35 points.