Crystal Pouncey
May 08, 2024 - 03:05

NHL Draft Lottery 2024: Selection Order Results, Analysis, Social Media Reaction

NHL teams await the 2024 draft lottery for a chance to select Boston University star Macklin Celebrini as the No. 1 pick.

The anticipation is building as the 2024 NHL draft lottery approaches, scheduled for Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. ET. With 11 teams vying for the chance to secure Boston University standout Macklin Celebrini as the coveted No. 1 overall pick, the stakes are high.

While Celebrini may not have the same level of recognition as last year's top prospect, Connor Bedard, he is widely regarded as the top selection in this year's draft. Described by one NHL scouting department head as "as complete a prospect as there is" in the sport, Celebrini is poised to become the next franchise cornerstone for the lucky team that lands the No. 1 pick on Tuesday.

The draft lottery features all 16 teams that did not make the playoffs, but only 11 have a shot at the top pick due to restrictions on how many spots a team can move up. The percentage chances for each team to secure the No. 1 selection vary, with Celebrini being the ultimate prize.

Celebrini's impressive list of accolades in just one year of college hockey speaks volumes about his potential as a future star. Winning the Hobey Baker Award, National Rookie of the Year, and earning a First Team All-American selection, Celebrini has already made a significant impact on the sport at just 17 years old.

Finishing the regular season as the nation's leader in points per game, second in goals, and third in points, Celebrini's skill set is unmatched. Known for his elite hockey sense, skill, shot, and work ethic, he is a force to be reckoned with on the ice. Drawing inspiration from hockey greats like Sidney Crosby, Jonathan Toews, and Brayden Point, Celebrini aims to lead his team to success at the NHL level.

With a proven track record of success at every level of the sport, Celebrini is ready to make his mark in the NHL and continue his journey towards greatness. The future looks bright for the team that secures him as the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming draft.