As the 2025 NHL Draft approaches, Director of Amateur Scouting Mark Leach discusses the unique challenges of drafting at #64 without a first-round pick. The team prioritizes readiness for any potential movements in the draft order, emphasizing flexibility. Leach asserts that selecting the best available talent is crucial, particularly in later rounds where player development may take longer, typically three to five years. He also highlights the importance of player effort and competition, anticipating that most selections will have areas needing improvement that contributed to their lower draft positions.
Leach emphasized the importance of preparing for surprises at the NHL Draft, highlighting that even without a first-round pick, they are focused on identifying the best available talent.
He stressed that patience is key when developing players chosen in later rounds, noting they could take three to five years to reach their potential.
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