The Sabres' Problem With the 11th Pick in the 2024 NHL Draft - The Hockey Writers NHL Entry Draft Latest News, Analysis & More

For teams on the outside of the NHL Playoffs, the focus has rightfully shifted to June's NHL Draft. The 2024 NHL Draft Lottery came and went with minimal fanfare, which is understandable. The playoffs are in full swing, there is competition from the NBA playoffs, and the MLB has games happening every night. If anything, it was a relief for most because clearcut first-overall pick Macklin Celebrini going to the Chicago Blackhawks would have caused an uproar.