Leading up to the 2018 NHL Draft I wanted to provide some quick rankings of the best prospects at each position. The first look starts at the center position.
#1.) Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Assat (Liiga)
A smart offensive player with great size and shot. Can get up and down the ice with speed. Ranks at the top of the draft in terms of hockey intuition and ability to make plays with or without teammates.
#2.) Joe Veleno, Drummondville Voltigeurs (QMJHL)
Veleno is a skilled playmaker that loves to work with the players around him to create chances.