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NHL Draft Predictions, Anticipated Selections, Betting Odds, Overview for Friday's Event on June 27th
It's been a rollercoaster ride these past few days, ain't it? All these trades and rumors flying around faster than pucks on the ice. That's the thrill of it, right?
The NHL Draft kicks off today, Friday, June 27, at 7 p.m. ET, and ESPN and ESPN+ will broadcast the first round picks. The rest of the action – Rounds 2-7 – will happen tomorrow, Saturday, June 28, at noon ET, on NHL Network and ESPN+.
Now, let's dive into some tantalizing picks for tonight's event. I've got my eyes on this year's top prospects, so get ready to place some bets that'll make your head spin!
Here are my predictions, picks, odds, and a quick preview for tonight's NHL Draft.
NHL Draft Predictions, Picks, Odds, Preview: Friday, June 27
Top 5 Picks (Base Article + Enrichment Insights)
As per recent information, these are the projected top 5 picks for the 2025 NHL Draft:
1. New York Islanders (No. 1 overall pick) – Based on their position and the overall strength of their team, the Islanders are projected to pick Anton Frondell, a top-tier power forward and one of the best international skaters [1][2][3][5].
2. San Jose Sharks (No. 2 overall pick) – If trends hold, the Sharks should grab Michael Misa, a promising player favored by insider sources with a high confidence of 90% to be selected at No. 2, assuming Frondell is picked by the Chicago Blackhawks at No. 3 [3][4]. Besides Frondell, there are no current strong predictions available for other top prospects like Brady Martin, Kashawn Aitcheson, or Cameron Schmidt in the top ranks as of late June 2025 [1][2][3][5].
3. Chicago Blackhawks (No. 3 overall pick) – Given that Frondell and Misa are seen as the top two candidates for the No. 1 and No. 2 picks, respectively, the Blackhawks might be left with the choice between Swedish center Anton Frondell and center-wing hybrid Michael Misa, who has garnered accolades for his impressive point tally of over 130 and 60-plus goals during his junior season [1][2].
Top Picks with Odds (Base Article + Enrichment Insights)
Based on the odds on DraftKings, these are some intriguing picks you can place wagers on:
- Anton Frondell Selected #2 (+150) – Though it's not the most likely scenario, Frondell could still be a surprise choice for the Sharks if they decide to go against their preferred pick. With DraftKings giving him +150 odds, it's a risk worth taking if you're feeling lucky [1].
- Michael Misa Selected #3 (+170) – As one of the hottest prospects among NHL circles and widely expected to be a top-five pick, Misa presents a solid pick with +170 odds if he ends up being selected by the Chicago Blackhawks at No. 3 [1].
Stay tuned for more exciting picks and predictions on Friday, June 27, during the 2025 NHL Draft! Don't forget to follow the action on ESPN and ESPN+. Happy drafting!
[1] FanSided (2025 NHL Draft prospect profiles, rankings, and mock draft predictions)[2] Sportsnet (2025 NHL Draft scouting reports and analysis)[3] NBC Sports (Updated 2025 NHL Draft: Order of selection, mock draft, and predictions)[4] The Athletic (Will the San Jose Sharks stick with Michael Misa at No. 2 overall?)[5] TSN (2025 NHL Draft insider board, rankings, and consensus rankings)
- The thrill of sports, especially the NHL Draft, is reminiscent of the speedy movements of pucks on the ice, with trades and rumors swirling just as quickly.
- Intriguing bets can be placed on the 2025 NHL Draft, with top prospects like Anton Frondell and Michael Misa having substantial odds for being selected early, adding an extra layer of excitement to sports enthusiasts.
