The 2024 NHL Entry Draft has come and gone, leaving hockey fans buzzing with excitement over the league’s newest talents. Held at The Sphere in Las Vegas, this year’s draft showcased promising prospects eager to make their mark on the NHL stage. The spotlight, of course, was on the coveted first overall pick, where Macklin Celebrini was selected by the San Jose Sharks. Known for being a skilled and dynamic two-way center with franchise player potential.
In the first round, teams strategically picked future stars, each selection carrying the hopes of franchises aiming for championship glory. Notable picks included Cayden Lindstrom chosen by the Columbus Blue Jackets for his speed, size, and skill, highlighting the draft’s depth and diversity. Analysts praised Montreal’s decision, citing Ivan Demidov’s play-making ability and shooter.
As the NHL gears up for the upcoming season, these new faces promise to redefine team dynamics and fan expectations. Stay tuned as we track their progress and impact on the ice.
2024 NHL Entry Draft First Round
| # | Player | Nationality | NHL Team | College/Junior/Club Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Macklin Celebrini (C) | Canada Canada | San Jose Sharks | Boston University Terriers (Hockey East) |
| 2 | Artyom Levshunov (D) | Belarus Belarus | Chicago Blackhawks | Michigan State Spartans (Big Ten) |
| 3 | Beckett Sennecke (RW) | Canada Canada | Anaheim Ducks | Oshawa Generals (OHL) |
| 4 | Cayden Lindstrom (C) | Canada Canada | Columbus Blue Jackets | Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL) |
| 5 | Ivan Demidov (RW) | Russia Russia | Montreal Canadiens | SKA Saint Petersburg (KHL) |
| 6 | Tij Iginla (C) | Canada Canada | Utah Hockey Club | Kelowna Rockets (WHL) |
| 7 | Carter Yakemchuk (D) | Canada Canada | Ottawa Senators | Calgary Hitmen (WHL) |
| 8 | Berkly Catton (C) | Canada Canada | Seattle Kraken | Spokane Chiefs (WHL) |
| 9 | Zayne Parekh (D) | Canada Canada | Calgary Flames | Saginaw Spirit (OHL) |
| 10 | Anton Silayev (D) | Russia Russia | New Jersey Devils | Torpedo Nizhny Novgorod (KHL) |
| 11 | Sam Dickinson (D) | Canada Canada | San Jose Sharks (from Buffalo)1 | London Knights (OHL) |
| 12 | Zeev Buium (D) | United States United States | Minnesota Wild (from Philadelphia)2 | Denver Pioneers (NCHC) |
| 13 | Jett Luchanko (C) | Canada Canada | Philadelphia Flyers (from Minnesota)3 | Guelph Storm (OHL) |
| 14 | Konsta Helenius (C) | Finland Finland | Buffalo Sabres (from Pittsburgh via San Jose)4 | Mikkelin Jukurit (Liiga) |
| 15 | Michael Brandsegg-Nygard (RW) | Norway Norway | Detroit Red Wings | Mora IK (HockeyAllsvenskan) |
| 16 | Adam Jiricek (D) | Czech Republic Czech Republic | St. Louis Blues | HC Skoda Plzen (Czech Extraliga) |
| 17 | Terik Parascak (RW) | Canada Canada | Washington Capitals | Prince George Cougars (WHL) |
| 18 | Sacha Boisvert (C) | Canada Canada | Chicago Blackhawks (from NY Islanders)5 | Muskegon Lumberjacks (USHL) |
| 19 | Trevor Connelly (LW) | United States United States | Vegas Golden Knights | Tri-City Storm (USHL) |
| 20 | Cole Eiserman (LW) | United States United States | New York Islanders (from Tampa Bay via Chicago)6 | U.S. NTDP (USHL) |
| 21 | Michael Hage (C) | Canada Canada | Montreal Canadiens (from Los Angeles)7 | Chicago Steel (USHL) |
| 22 | Yegor Surin (C) | Russia Russia | Nashville Predators | Loko Yaroslavl (MHL) |
| 23 | Stian Solberg (D) | Norway Norway | Anaheim Ducks (from Toronto)8 | Valerenga Ishockey (EliteHockey Ligaen) |
| 24 | Cole Beaudoin (C) | Canada Canada | Utah Hockey Club (from Colorado)9 | Barrie Colts (OHL) |
| 25 | Dean Letourneau (C) | Canada Canada | Boston Bruins (from Boston via Detroit and Ottawa)10 | St. Andrew’s College Saints (CISAA) |
| 26 | Liam Greentree (RW) | Canada Canada | Los Angeles Kings (from Winnipeg via Montreal)11 | Windsor Spitfires (OHL) |
| 27 | Marek Vanacker (LW) | Canada Canada | Chicago Blackhawks (from Carolina)12 | Brantford Bulldogs (OHL) |
| 28 | Matvei Gridin (RW) | Russia Russia | Calgary Flames (from Vancouver)13 | Muskegon Lumberjacks (USHL) |
| 29 | Emil Hemming (RW) | Finland Finland | Dallas Stars | HC TPS (Liiga) |
| 30 | E. J. Emery (D) | United States United States | New York Rangers | U.S. NTDP (USHL) |
| 31 | Ben Danford (D) | Canada Canada | Toronto Maple Leafs (from Edmonton via Anaheim)14 | Oshawa Generals (OHL) |
| 32 | Sam O’Reilly (RW) | Canada Canada | Edmonton Oilers (from Florida via Philadelphia)15 | London Knights (OHL) |