2024 NHL Entry Draft: Everything You Need to Know

Date and Location

The 2024 NHL Entry Draft will be held on Friday, June 28th, and Saturday, June 29th, at the Sphere in Las Vegas.

Format

The draft will consist of seven rounds, with each team selecting one player in each round. The order of selection is determined by the teams' finishing position in the previous season's standings, with the worst teams picking first and the best teams picking last.

Eligible Players

Players who are born between January 1, 2005, and December 31, 2006, are eligible for the 2024 NHL Entry Draft. This includes players from all over the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia.

Top Prospects

The top prospects for the 2024 NHL Entry Draft include: * Connor Bedard, C, Regina Pats (WHL) * Matvei Michkov, RW, SKA St. Petersburg (KHL) * Adam Fantilli, C, Chicago Steel (USHL) * Brayden Yager, C, Moose Jaw Warriors (WHL) * David Jiricek, D, HC Skoda Plzen (Czech Extraliga)

How to Watch

The 2024 NHL Entry Draft will be broadcast live on ESPN and NHL Network. You can also follow the draft online at NHL.com.