The NHL Entry Draft is just 9 days away and the New York Islanders, my favorite team, are fortunate (HAHA) to have the 1st overall pick. This draft class coming out of college and junior hockey leagues is deep, and there really isn't a consensus top pick in the draft, but 3 young men that are all worthy of the honor.
John Tavares:
Tavares is the Islander fans dream choice. His resume speaks for itself. He is the all-time OHL goal scoring leader with 215. He has won two World Junior Championships with Team Canada and numerous other awards during his stint in the OHL. He has a natural nose for the puck around the net, and has an immense skill set. He could provide the Islanders with scoring that they desperately need (201 goals as a team in 2008-09, an average of 2.5 a game).
Victor Hedman:
The Swedish defenseman is atop many draft boards around the league. He is 6 ft. 6 in. and has been compared to great defensemen such as Chris Pronger. He has been playing in the Swedish Elite League since 2007, further showing that he is capable of playing at the highest level. He could be the backbone of a defense right out of the gate and that is why he is talked about as a possible No.1 pick.
Matt Duchene:
The 5 ft. 11 in. center from Ontario has skyrocketed up draft boards over the past few weeks. He quickly made this a three-man race for the top pick. He has been compared to hockey greats Steve Yzerman and Joe Sakic and he has accumulated 129 points in 121 games for the Brampton Battalion. His resume may not be as good as the other two young men, but he has so many skills that will translate well to the NHL.
If it was up to me, I would take Tavares. The Islanders need scoring right now and he will provide it right now. So Garth, don't mess around here, and take the slam dunk.
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