EDMONTON, AB - JANUARY 05: Cam York #4 of the United States hoists the World Juniors trophy after defeating Canada during the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship gold medal game at Rogers Place on January 5, 2021 in Edmonton, Canada. (Photo by Codie McLachlan/Getty Images)
The Philadelphia Flyers selected defenseman Cam York 14th overall in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft after trading back from the 11th spot to acquire an additional pick. The Montreal Canadiens selected York’s teammate from the US National U18 Team, winger Cole Caufield, with the 15th pick.
The decision to select York was based on the need to continue the line of defensive prospects within the organization.