The NBA draft is over and the next big draft is just around the corner.
After the Florida Panthers’ victory over the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup final, the 2024 NHL Draft is just around the corner.
In last year’s draft, Connor Bedard went first to the Chicago Blackhawks and this year’s class also includes a promising young player who is expected to be selected number 1.
So, when is the 2024 NHL Draft and how can you follow it? Here’s everything you need to know and more:
When is the 2024 NHL Draft?
The 2024 draft is scheduled for Friday, June 28th through Saturday, June 29th.
When will the 2024 NHL Draft take place?
Round 1 of the draft begins Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET, 4:30 p.m. PT. Rounds 2-7 begin Saturday at 11 a.m. ET, 8 a.m. PT.
Where is the 2024 NHL Draft?
The 2024 Draft will take place at the Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada.
How to watch and stream the 2024 NHL Draft
The 2024 Draft will be broadcast on ESPN, with a stream available on ESPN+.
Who has the first pick in the 2024 NHL Draft?
The San Jose Sharks have the first pick in 2024 after winning the draft lottery.
What is the order of the 2024 NHL Draft?
Here is the draft order of the first round:
1. San Jose Sharks
2. Chicago Blackhawks
3. Anaheim Ducks
4. Columbus Blue Jackets
5. Montreal Canadiens
6. Utah Hockey Club
7. Senators of Ottawa
8. Seattle Kraken
9. Calgary Flames
10. New Jersey Devils
11. Buffalo Sabres
12. Philadelphia Flyers
13. Minnesota Wild
14. San Jose Sharks (from Pittsburgh)
15. Detroit Red Wings
16. St. Louis Blues
17. Washington Capitals
18. Chicago Blackhawks (from New York Islanders)
19. Vegas Golden Knights
20. New York Islanders (from Tampa Bay via Chicago)
21. Los Angeles Kings
22. Nashville Predators
23. Toronto Maple Leafs
24. Colorado Avalanche
25. Boston Bruins (over Detroit and Ottawa)
26. Montreal Canadiens (from Winnipeg)
27. Carolina Hurricanes
28. Calgary Flames (from Vancouver)
29. Dallas Stars
30. New York Rangers
31. Anaheim Ducks (from Edmonton)
32. Philadelphia Flyers (from Florida)
Who are the top candidates in the 2024 NHL Draft?
Macklin Celebrini of Boston University is generally considered the most promising young player this year.
Besides Celebrini, here are a few other names to keep an eye on:
Macklin Celebrini, C, Boston University: The 17-year-old Boston University graduate scored 32 goals and 32 assists in 37 games last NCAA season, and his unique blend of competitiveness, IQ and end product should put him at the top of the standings no matter who is under the clock.
Profile of Macklin Celebrini, center at Boston University and projected number 1 pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.
Artyom Levshunov, D, Michigan State: The 18-year-old Spartan has nine goals and 26 assists in 38 NCAA games and is versatile enough to play anywhere. His playmaking ability is also a strong selling point.
Profile of Artyom Levshunov, defensive lineman at Michigan State University.
Ivan Demidov, F, SKA St. Petersburg: The 18-year-old right wing/center hybrid has 23 goals and 37 assists in 30 games. He missed a few games due to a knee injury, but still has robust power and agility at 6’1″ and 175 pounds.
Cayden Lindstrom, F, Medicine Hat Tigers: With a height of 1.93 m and a weight of 98 kg, the Canadian played for the Medicine Hat Tigers in the WHL, where he scored 27 goals and 19 assists in 32 games.
Sam Dickinson, D, London Knights: The 6’2″ Dickinson scored 18 goals and 52 assists in 68 games, playing primarily as a left defender.
