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NHL draft: Complete Round 1 analysis

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- The next generation of NHL stars takes the stage at the 2015 NHL draft. Corey Pronman breaks down every first-round pick in real time, with analysis on every prospect and how they'll fit into each team's organization.

Final Mock Draft | Top 100 prospects | Needs for all 30 teams


1. Edmonton Oilers: Connor McDavid

McDavid is one of the best pure skaters I've ever seen. It's incredible how effortlessly he accelerates to an extremely dangerous full speed. He'll step into the NHL next season and be one of his team's fastest players.