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Misa, Dickinson among Canadian players to watch at 2023 Hlinka Gretzky Cup

With the 2023 Hlinka Gretzky tournament beginning Monday on TSN, Director of Scouting Craig Button lists seven players to watch for Canada - with six being eligible for the 2024 NHL Draft.

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Misa, Dickinson among Canadian players to watch at 2023 Hlinka Gretzky Cup
Craig Button's Scouting Reports: 2024 Draft Prospects at U-18s

Craig Button's Scouting Reports: 2024 Draft Prospects at U-18s

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Blackhawks select Bedard first overall at 2023 NHL Draft

The Chicago Blackhawks selected Connor Bedard with the first pick in the NHL draft on Wednesday night, kick-starting a hopeful new era with a highly skilled offensive forward who’s drawn comparisons to Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby.

Blackhawks select Bedard first overall at 2023 NHL Draft

Canadiens select Reinbacher with No. 5 pick at NHL Draft

The Montreal Canadiens selected David Reinbacher with the fifth-overall pick at the 2023 NHL draft Wednesday. Reinbacher, a six-foot-two, 194-pound defenceman, had 22 points (three goals, 19 assists) in 22 games for EHC Kloten of Switzerland’s top professional league.

Canadiens select Reinbacher with No. 5 pick at NHL Draft

Canucks select Willander 11th overall at NHL Draft

The Vancouver Canucks selected Tom Willander with the No. 11 pick in the 2023 NHL draft Wednesday. Willander, a six-foot-one, 180-pound defenceman, had 25 points (four goals, 21 assists) in 39 games for Rogle BK's under-20 team in Sweden.

Canucks select Willander 11th overall at NHL Draft

Flyers select Russian F Michkov with No. 7 pick at 2023 NHL Draft

The Philadelphia Flyers selected Russian forward Matvei Michkov with the seventh pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft on Wednesday night in Nashville.

Flyers select Russian F Michkov with No. 7 pick at 2023 NHL Draft

Flames pick Honzek 16th overall at NHL Draft

The Calgary Flames selected Samuel Honzek with the No. 16 pick in the 2023 NHL draft Wednesday. Honzek, a six-foot-three, 195-pound forward, had 56 points (23, 33) in 43 games with the Western Hockey League’s Vancouver Giants last season.

Flames pick Honzek 16th overall at NHL Draft

Jets choose Barlow as 18th overall pick in NHL draft

The Winnipeg Jets selected Colby Barlow with the No. 18 pick in the 2023 NHL draft Wednesday. Barlow, a six-foot, 195-pound forward, had 79 points (46 goals, 33 assists) in 59 games for the Ontario Hockey League’s Owen Sound Attack last season.

Jets choose Barlow as 18th overall pick in NHL draft

Maple Leafs select Cowan with 28th overall pick at NHL Draft

The Toronto Maple Leafs selected Easton Cowan with the No. 28 pick in the 2023 NHL draft Wednesday. Cowan, a five-foot-10, 170-pound winger from Mount Brydges, Ont., had 53 points (20 goals, 33 assists) in 68 games with the Ontario Hockey League's London Knights last season.

Maple Leafs select Cowan with 28th overall pick at NHL Draft
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Button on lack of trades at NHL draft, if Meier contract is a good comparable for Nylander

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins SC with Jay Onrait to discuss the lack of trades at the NHL Draft in Nashville, the rumours that the Habs turned down an offer of Yaroslav Askarov for the fifth overall pick, if Timo Meier's new contract is a good comparable for William Nylander, and more.

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Will Flyers be rewarded for Michkov selection? Which Canadian team pick stands out?

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins SC with Jay Onrait to break down the top of the 2023 NHL Draft, Matvei Michkov falling to the Flyers at No. 7, and which pick by a Canadian club stands out the most to him.

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Craig Button's Draft Analysis

After the Habs at No. 5, how did the rest of the Canadian clubs do at the draft?

Montreal was the lone Canadian team with a pick inside the top 10, but four other teams from north of the border still added great talent at the 2023 NHL Draft. TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button joins Ryan Rishaug to share his thoughts on how the Canucks, Flames, Jets and Leafs made out with their selections on Wednesday.

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Button: Willander is 'a perfect fit' for the Vancouver Canucks

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button describes the Vancouver Canucks' 11th pick Tom Willander's robust play style and compares him to the likes of Rasmus Andersson and Charlie McAvoy.

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Button on Fantilli: 'He wants to drive the puck into the scoring area'

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button breaks down what the Columbus Blue Jackets are getting with No. 3 overall pick Adam Fantilli.

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Button: Carlsson a 'big playmaking centre' comparable to Backstrom

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button breaks down what the Anaheim Ducks are getting in Swedish centre Leo Carlsson, who they selected with the second overall pick.

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Button: Michkov will be a 'big time offensive weapon' for Flyers

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button breaks down why Matvei Michkov is well worth the risk for the Philadelphia Flyers with the seventh overall selection.

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Button: 'Drafting Will Smith sets the San Jose Sharks up nicely' for the future

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button breaks down the versatility Will Smith brings to the San Jose Sharks with their fourth overall pick.

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Button on Honzek: 'He can score from a lot of different areas on the ice'

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button breaks down the Flames' 16th overall pick Samuel Honzek's exceptional hockey sense and his ability to score in many different areas on the ice.

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Craig Button's 2023 Draft Profiles

Craig Button's 2023 Draft Profiles

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Fantilli feeling the love as he prepares to cap historic season at draft

Adam Fantilli will be making his first trip to TSN's studio on Friday. The Michigan Wolverines centre is set to take part in the annual Mock Draft show. TSN's Mark Masters has more in this one-on-one interivew.

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Fantilli feeling the love as he prepares to cap historic season at draft
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Craig's List: Plenty of intrigue surrounding Michkov ahead of NHL Draft

Connor Bedard is the runaway favourite to be taken first overall by the Blackhawks on June 28 in Nashville but don’t be surprised if Matvei Michkov ends up being the biggest talking point.

Craig's List: Plenty of intrigue surrounding Michkov ahead of NHL Draft
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Craig's List: Bedard can lead the Blackhawks to a Stanley Cup

With Connor Bedard expected to land in Chicago, Craig Button explains why the generational talent can lead the Blackhawks back to a Stanley Cup. He also touches on the three elite centres available at the top of the draft and why Matvei Michkov will be worth the wait.

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Benson's game, hair flowed during dynamic draft season

Winnipeg Ice winger rode the ‘mullet train’ to 98 points in 60 games this season and continues to flaunt his fantastic flow this week in Buffalo at the NHL Scouting Combine, Mark Masters writes.

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Mark Masters

Benson's game, hair flowed during dynamic draft season
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Top prospect Fantilli undecided on staying at Michigan

University of Michigan centre Adam Fantilli, who is projected to be a top-three pick in the upcoming 2023 NHL Draft, is undecided if he will return for a second NCAA season or play in the NHL next season.

Top prospect Fantilli undecided on staying at Michigan
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Perreault applies dad’s advice during history-making draft season

Gabe Perreault grew up around the game of hockey thanks to father Yanic Perreault, who played 14 seasons in the NHL before joining the Chicago Blackhawks as a development coach. TSN's Mark Masters has more.

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Perreault applies dad’s advice during history-making draft season

Craig's List: After impressive U18 showing, Sandin Pellikka vaults into Top 5

Rising from No. 10 to No. 5 on Craig Button’s latest Craig's List, Axel Sandin Pellikka is fresh off winning best defenceman honours at the U18s in Switzerland after putting up 11 points in seven games to help Sweden earn silver.

Craig's List: After impressive U18 showing, Sandin Pellikka vaults into Top 5
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Craig Button's Scouting Reports: 2023 NA Draft Prospects at U-18s

Craig Button's Scouting Reports: 2023 NA Draft Prospects at U-18s

Craig Button's Scouting Reports: 2023 International Draft Prospects at U-18s

Craig Button's Scouting Reports: 2023 International Draft Prospects at U-18s

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Plenty of intrigue after Bedard in McKenzie's Lottery Edition ranking

There is no doubt whatsoever who will be taken No. 1 overall in the talent-laden 2023 NHL Draft. Beyond that, though, at Nos. 2 through 5? Check out TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie's Top 12 Lottery Edition Draft Ranking.

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Bob McKenzie

Plenty of intrigue after Bedard in McKenzie's Lottery Edition ranking
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Craig's List: Fantilli, Carlsson jostle for second spot behind Bedard

Regina Pats centre Connor Bedard is the runaway favourite to be selected No. 1 overall in June, but the No. 2 spot is open for discussion according to TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button.

Craig's List: Fantilli, Carlsson jostle for second spot behind Bedard
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NHL prospect Fantilli chosen as Hobey Baker winner

Canadian forward Adam Fantilli has been named the winner of the 2023 Hobey Baker Memorial Award, it was announced Friday.

NHL prospect Fantilli chosen as Hobey Baker winner

'It's Bedard at No. 1 and a wide chasm to everyone else'

Connor Bedard was the unanimous No. 1 in TSN’s Pre-Season NHL Draft Rankings last September and reprised that unanimous standing in Bob McKenzie’s Mid-Season 2023 NHL Draft Rankings survey of 10 NHL scouts.

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Bedard scoreless as Team Red falls to Team White in CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game

Top prospect Connor Bedard went scoreless as his Team Red fell to Team White 4-2 in the CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game on Wednesday night. Carson Rehkopf scored the winning goal for Team White at 3:53 of the third period.

Bedard scoreless as Team Red falls to Team White in CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game

Craig’s List: Bedard rises to generational status

If there was any doubt about Connor Bedard as the consensus No. 1 in the 2023 NHL Draft, those concerns were shattered after a legendary performance at the World Juniors. Check out the new Top 64 from Craig Button.

Craig’s List: Bedard rises to generational status
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Bedard No. 1 among NA skaters in NHL central scouting rankings

Connor Bedard was ranked No. 1 among North American skaters as the NHL Central Scouting Bureau released its mid-season 2023 draft rankings on Friday.

Bedard No. 1 among NA skaters in NHL central scouting rankings

Draft-eligibles Bedard, Fantilli headline Canadian selection camp roster

Forwards Connor Bedard and Adam Fantilli, the projected No. 1 and No. 2 picks for the 2023 NHL Draft, headline Canada's 29-player World Junior selection camp roster.

Draft-eligibles Bedard, Fantilli headline Canadian selection camp roster

Craig’s List: Eiserman the early favourite for No. 1 in 2024

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button says the USNTDP forward and Finnish defenceman Aron Kiviharju have separated themselves from the rest of the 2024 NHL draft class.

Craig’s List: Eiserman the early favourite for No. 1 in 2024

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Craig's List: Plenty of intrigue surrounding Michkov ahead of NHL Draft

Connor Bedard is the runaway favourite to be taken first overall by the Blackhawks on June 28 in Nashville but don’t be surprised if Matvei Michkov ends up being the biggest talking point.

Craig's List: Plenty of intrigue surrounding Michkov ahead of NHL Draft

'I never considered another player at No. 1' - Wright locked in atop final Craig's List

While the rest of the hockey world debates the relative merits of top NHL Draft prospects Shane Wright, Juraj Slafkovsky and Logan Cooley, TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button has no doubt who tops his final player ranking of the season.

'I never considered another player at No. 1' - Wright locked in atop final Craig's List

Craig’s List: Power in pole position ahead of NHL Draft

Towering Michigan Wolverines defenceman Owen Power has proven he’s the best prospect in hockey, holding his spot atop the final edition of Craig’s List ahead of the 2021 NHL Entry Draft.

Craig’s List: Power in pole position ahead of NHL Draft

Craig's List: Drysdale, Askarov move up in final edition

A future No. 1 NHL defenceman and a franchise goaltender in the making move up in the Top 10 as TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button unveils his final player ranking ahead of the NHL Draft.

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Craig's List: Drysdale, Askarov move up in final edition

Craig's List: Caufield scores his way into Top 5

The diminutive goal-scoring machine takes a big leap up TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button’s final prospect ranking ahead of the 2019 NHL Draft.

Craig's List: Caufield scores his way into Top 5

Craig’s List: Svechnikov solidifies hold on second spot

Russian right wing has established himself as the best NHL prospect not named Rasmus Dahlin in TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button’s final draft ranking.

Craig’s List: Svechnikov solidifies hold on second spot

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Intrigue and excitement in the Year of Connor Bedard

The 2023 NHL Draft is about so much more than just the phenom who will go first overall to the Chicago Blackhawks in Nashville, Bob McKenzie writes. Scouts are very enthused about the depth of this year’s class.

Intrigue and excitement in the Year of Connor Bedard

Slafkovsky edges Wright for top spot in McKenzie’s final draft ranking

It’s a photo finish for the No. 1 spot on TSN’s 2022 NHL Draft Final Ranking and, by the slimmest of margins, it’s Juraj Slafkovsky over Shane Wright.

Slafkovsky edges Wright for top spot in McKenzie’s final draft ranking

McKenzie's Draft Rankings: Power pulls away from crowded draft field

This year’s NHL draft class is showing signs of major unpredictability, but the Michigan defenceman cemented his status as hockey’s top prospect with a strong performance at the IIHF World Championship, Bob McKenzie writes.

McKenzie's Draft Rankings: Power pulls away from crowded draft field

Lafreniere the surest thing in a most uncertain draft year

Ninety-three players and seven honourable mentions - headlined by Rimouski's Alexis Lafreniere - make up TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie's final player ranking ahead of the 2020 NHL Draft.

Lafreniere the surest thing in a most uncertain draft year

Hughes edges Kakko in TSN’s final draft rankings

The dynamic American centre has been ahead of the Finnish winger all season long, but it’s a far tighter race than the numbers would suggest, Bob McKenzie writes.

Hughes edges Kakko in TSN’s final draft rankings

Kotkaniemi surges into top five of TSN Draft Ranking

Finn’s strong performance at the World Under-18 Championships in April has some scouts believing he’s a potential future No. 1 centre, Bob McKenzie writes. His late push could make the top 10 of the draft more unpredictable than originally anticipated.

Kotkaniemi surges into top five of TSN Draft Ranking