For Columbus Blue Jackets fans, the NHL's new draft lottery show was for a few minutes. Then, president/GM Don Waddell disappeared.

The Islanders won the No. 1 pick with long-shot odds. With the full benefit of hindsight, some very specific games had their say.

The 2025 NHL draft class includes a number of great players, including Erie Otters defenseman Matthew Schaefer, Saginaw Spirit center Michael Misa and Boston College center James Hagens.