Kaapo Kakko is on a good run in Seattle. He’s showing the same flashes he did on the New York Rangers 'Kid Line'. At 23, he's still capable of bringing his game to another level. There will be ups and downs but his overall play has been good and he
These aren’t ranked. Right now, these are the players I’ve identified with the best chance to win the award. I may change this before the season starts.
Jack Hughes - Whether he plays center or wing, he should get time on the top power play. If he ends up on a
Kaapo Kakko is expected to be the second overall pick in the 2019 NHL Draft. Before you know it all the top prospects will be in Vancouver and the Finnish winger will be on full display. In the meantime, I found out he doesn’t currently speak English. I had questions
Here's my first list. This is where I’m at so far. These are rankings. This is not a mock draft. This list will change between now and June.
Jack Hughes – 5-10, 179 - C - NTDP (pictured on left)
Kaapo Kakko – 6-2, 190 - RW - TPS
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