NHL Draft Lottery to be held on May 5. Here's how the process works
Briefly

The NHL Draft Lottery is set for Monday in Secaucus, N.J., with the San Jose Sharks as the focal point. After finishing last in the league for a second consecutive year, the Sharks have a 25.5% chance of securing the first overall pick, which they achieved last year. Top prospect Matthew Schaefer, the Erie Otters defenseman, ranks No. 1 among North American skaters, with general manager Mike Grier open to potential trade offers for the first pick. The lottery format involves two phases that determine the first two picks, with the Sharks guaranteed a top-three selection.
The Sharks are poised to have a 25.5% chance of winning the NHL Draft Lottery, potentially allowing them to select the top prospect, Matthew Schaefer.
With the opportunity to draft first overall again, San Jose could enhance its roster significantly by selecting the highly-rated defenseman from the Erie Otters.
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