DALLAS – In the third round of the 2018 NHL Draft, Jordan Harris became the first New England-based defenseman to come off the board. The Kimball Union blueliner was selected by the Montreal Canadiens with the 71st overall pick, all ahead of his Northeastern career getting underway in 2018-19. “It’s … [Read more...]
NHL Draft: Future BU center Jake Wise lands with Chicago Blackhawks
DALLAS – The first New England player selected on day No. 2 of the 2018 NHL Draft was Boston University commit Jake Wise, going in the third round, 69th overall, to the Chicago Blackhawks. “It’s a little stressful,” Wise said. “My time in Dallas is so exciting. Being at the NHL Draft has been a … [Read more...]
NHL Draft: Jay O’Brien moves up, lands with Philadelphia Flyers
DALLAS – Jay O’Brien became the second New England native taken in the 2018 NHL Draft on Friday night, joining New York Islanders pick Oliver Wahlstrom (Quincy, Mass.). The Philadelphia Flyers took the Thayer Academy star at No. 19, higher than many predicted before events unfolded at the American … [Read more...]
NHL Draft: BU forward Brady Tkachuk selected by Ottawa
DALLAS – Boston University left wing Brady Tkachuk was taken by the Ottawa Senators at No. 4 overall in the 2018 NHL Draft Friday night at the American Airlines Center. Questions immediately surface as to whether the 18-year-old will return to Hockey East, turn pro, or choose another route. But he … [Read more...]
NHL Draft: Oliver Wahlstrom lands with New York Islanders
DALLAS – The New York Islanders chose one of the best pure shooters in the 2018 NHL Draft when they selected Oliver Wahlstrom with the 11th overall pick Friday night at the American Airlines Center. “It’s a dream come true," Wahlstrom said. "To be in New York, that city is awesome. That organization … [Read more...]
2018 NHL Draft: Where will New England prospects land?
DALLAS – Many of New England's top hockey prospects have anxiously built up to these next two days. At long last, their names could be called at the 2018 NHL Entry Draft at the American Airlines Center. The first round is slated for Friday at 7:30 p.m. and will be broadcast on NBC Sports Network for … [Read more...]