Yahoo Sports · Jul 24, 2021
2021 NHL Draft: Keep track of every pick
The stage is set for the first round of the 2021 NHL Draft. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)The first day of the 2021 NHL Draft is set to take place virtually on July 23 at 8:00 p.m. EDT. Follow along here for every pick.
1. Buffalo Sabres
D Owen Power, University of Michigan
Height: 6-foot-6
Weight: 214 lbs
Power excelled in the USHL with the Chicago Steel before having continued success at the University of Michigan. He's a smooth skater for someone with his hulking size. He's stated that he's "leaning towards" returning to Michigan this upcoming season.
2. Seattle Kraken
C Matty Beniers, University of Michigan
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 174 lbs