(Editor’s note: Since we all know what this season is about, we’re going to start keeping tabs on the four prospects expected to be atop draft boards for the 2023 NHL Draft. Next up, Adam Fantilli.)
There’s no debate that Connor Bedard is the undisputed top player in the upcoming NHL Draft, and the gap between Bedard and other players expanded after the World Juniors, but Adam Fantilli has been so impressive that he would arguably be the No. 1 pick in most other drafts. He’s considered a complete-package type of player with his size, hands, shot, speed, and hockey IQ.