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New York Rangers draft picks continues trend to North American players with size

Jan 14, 2021; New York, NY, USA; New York Rangers players huddle around the center ice logo as they prepare for the home opener against the New York Islanders at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Bennett/Pool Photo via USA TODAY Sports

There was an obvious trend to the New York Rangers selections at the NHL Draft this weekend. It was size and grit, and a heavy North American flavor. Of their eight selections, six were forwards, one was a defenseman, and they added a goalie. The average size was 6-2′ and 184 lbs, and only two picks were European.